[pietcux]

I have the HFI 780 vinyl pads. They fit on the SIG PRO/DJ, but they sound much different than the leather pads, even though they are comfy.

 

[bytor33]

Well I finally broke down and bought the Sig DJ's and wow, you guys were right.  These things are amazing.  The earcups are definitely good sized and don't hurt my ears like the UE6000 did or really most other closed headphones (except Beyers of course, those things are huge).  The sound isolation/leakage is excellent too, they are perfect for the office.
 
As for the sound, I am pretty impressed so far.  The sub and mid bass quantity seems to be about on par with my IE8's, which is what I wanted.  The midrange is a bit more forward than the IE8's though and definitely more detailed overall.  How long have you guys found burn-in to take and what changes did you notice, if any?     

 

[b3wannabe]

I got the Sig DJ's and hated them at first. I'd say break-in greatly improved the sound after 100-150 hours. Now they are a favorite. Great sound, easy to drive, comfortable enough. Bass, highs, soundstage, clarity and imaging all improve noticeably (at least that is what I heard). Enjoy!

 

[bytor33]

Has anyone ever heard a "twang" sound from their sig DJ's or any pair of headphones? I had mine playing some music off to the side while I was eating and during a song there this was fairly loud twang sound like something physically happened to the driver or something. The headphones seem fine but I was just curious if anyone had any idea what that could be.

 

[erod]

I feel that you really become picky about mastering with these. Good mastering brings out their full potential.

 

[pietcux]

Has anyone ever heard a "twang" sound from their sig DJ's or any pair of headphones? I had mine playing some music off to the side while I was eating and during a song there this was fairly loud twang sound like something physically happened to the driver or something. The headphones seem fine but I was just curious if anyone had any idea what that could be.

So you used them as loudspeakers on a fairly high volume? I hope that you did not damage the driver membrane.

 

[bytor33]

No, I did not have them that loud.  Just a bit over normal listening volume.  This noise I heard did not sound like something the driver made.  Is there something metal within the headphones that could have moved and would make a fairly high-pitched twang sound?  I am not sure of what all the internal components are. 

 

[pietcux]

Each cup has a MU-metal bufferboard. If this board was under some tension, it could create such sound when the tension gets relived. But mine did not do this up to now. Anyways as long as they sound good and do not show any ratteling noise from loose parts, you should be fine.

 

[bytor33]

Ah good call, I forgot about the magnetic shielding. I suppose it could have been that flexing.

 

[erod]

Has anyone tried the Audioquest dragonfly or meridian Explorer DACS with the Sigs?
 
How about the JDS Labs C5?
 
Looking for reccomendations of DACs and amps, preferably portable.

 

[Sorrodje]

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Has anyone tried the Audioquest dragonfly or meridian Explorer DACS with the Sigs?
 
How about the JDS Labs C5?
 
Looking for reccomendations of DACs and amps, preferably portable.

 
If You wait a few days I will be able to give you my opinion about hrt microStreamer /Sig Pro combo.  

 

[Craigster75]

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Has anyone tried the Audioquest dragonfly or meridian Explorer DACS with the Sigs?
 
How about the JDS Labs C5?
 
Looking for reccomendations of DACs and amps, preferably portable.

I have the V-Moda Verza and it is a stellar combination with the Sig DJ.  The bass boost on Verza with the Sig DJ is EDM nirvana.  For most other genres, I don't use bass boost or any EQ.  The sound is detailed and open with sound I would compare to capable floor-standing loudspeakers.

 

[erod]

I've heard good things about the Verza, but it seems I could buy a portable DAC and portable amp separately, both with good quality, for less than the Verza.
 
I like the idea of them being separate because I can upgrade individually in the future, if I'm so inclined.
 
At first I had my mind set on Fiio E17, but maybe I can spend a bit more on two separate devices, if the results are worth it.

 

[Craigster75]

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I've heard good things about the Verza, but it seems I could buy a portable DAC and portable amp separately, both with good quality, for less than the Verza.
 
I like the idea of them being separate because I can upgrade individually in the future, if I'm so inclined.
 
At first I had my mind set on Fiio E17, but maybe I can spend a bit more on two separate devices, if the results are worth it.

The added portability of both in one, along with battery backup and the on-board DAC bypass for Iphone and Android really makes Verza stand out from heavier, bulkier options.

 

[Levaix]

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I've heard good things about the Verza, but it seems I could buy a portable DAC and portable amp separately, both with good quality, for less than the Verza.
 
I like the idea of them being separate because I can upgrade individually in the future, if I'm so inclined.
 
At first I had my mind set on Fiio E17, but maybe I can spend a bit more on two separate devices, if the results are worth it.

E17 is okay, but it isn't extraordinary. I haven't tried a whole lot of other options, but my Aune T1 definitely has a wider soundstage, and I definitely prefer it because of that. The E17 does have a bit cleaner sound, though, just narrower. I might upgrade my tube sometime soon to see if that helps..