That's a down payment on a Tesla. No thanks.

Triangle-Dot Tips:smile:

Plugging in the amp enables what JVC calls "high intensity mode" (indicated by the blue light), which supplies more power to headphones and earphones, and it still continues to charge. Basically, it was designed to be used while plugged in. So you'll get fantastic sound if you have a dual 3.5mm...

Seems they’re still available in Japan.

I recommend you get a balanced (4.4mm) cable for them; the one I’m currently using is Sony’s MUC-M12SB1, which can be a little challenging to find. The openness of the 10k was spooky when I first heard it. But even spookier than that is the sheer clarity and ambience of the soundstage. All...

The sound I’ve getting lately from these is very cohesive and “‘musical”. Lush vocals, depth, instrument placement — a presentation that just puts you “there” in the music. Just a pure pleasure to listen to. EDIT: I will say this is where these hit a turning point for me: the sound of...

I'm currently listening to some ripped music, and... Let's just say I'm hearing a BIG difference between Lossless and 256kps streaming. I wasn't a believer before, but now I am.

The Comply 400 Series might be the solution. The Spiral Dot SF series might also be worth a look.

My JVC-branded FW10000 retailed for $100 more.

I'd consider it if I didn't already own 3 earphones (IE 800S, XBA-N3, FW10000). The Astell & Kern Pathfinder and IER-Z1R looks more interesting to me though they aren't single-drivers.

Yup. I bought the Sonys as a replacement after my Orb Celestial Force cable got damaged on one side. The FW10000 sounds more “musical” or “alive” to my ears with the Sonys, especially when it comes to consistent bass response. EDIT. I’m gonna go ahead and say that these are leaps and bounds...

Right now I'm listening to my FW10000 with Sony's MUC-M12SB1 cable for a few minutes before going to bed. I originally bought this cable for my XBA-N3, but I might end buying a second pair... The coherency is very good.

The only thing I’ve ever used is the Walkman NW-WM1A because of the 4.4mm port. I listen to most of my music via Bluetooth on my iPhone. IMO the ifi audio hip dac is worth a try. It will definitely work out cheaper than a standalone player.

What happened when you clicked on it? IIRC the CL2 was discontinued. RHA only sells bluetooth headphones now.

The Sonys will be more to your liking then. They are “wear-down” style with no hangers or memory wire.