Recent content by SmOgER
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The discovery thread!
Shout out to JBL Tune 230NC. One of those products with really capable drivers just maybe not dialed in perfect out of the box. Their JBL app with a built-in EQ makes it quite easy to get the most out of them though. Bass is comparable to Solo3s (on-ear), has some nice texture to it too...- SmOgER
- Post #73,306
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Beats Solo3 Wireless - Impressions Thread
Tried them out in-store today. They are actually surprisingly good as a basshead headphones. Wasn't blown away per se, but for what it is and for the price... These sound tempting. Sound signature is fun and engaging out of the box, clarity ain't too bad either.- SmOgER
- Post #97
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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AirPods Max
Haha that's from MacRumors, they photoshoped it.- SmOgER
- Post #4,838
- Forum: Headphones (full-size)
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FLAC vs. 320 Mp3
I wonder though is it capped to 256kbps or can it go up to 320kbps over BT5? PS. Apparently non-Apple phones perform much worse with AAC. Interesting! https://www.soundguys.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-bluetooth-headphones-aac-20296/ I guess that's why my ears to be honest and despite my critique...- SmOgER
- Post #1,187
- Forum: Sound Science
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FLAC vs. 320 Mp3
AAC generally sound better than MP3, it is not proprietary (AAC@256 ~= MP3@320 ?). Apple is using this codec to this day to stream audio over BT.- SmOgER
- Post #1,185
- Forum: Sound Science
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The JVC HA-S500 thread.
Right so I'm officially of to Audio-Technica camp. SR30BT's are in quite similar price category as these used to be I think, sound as good and then some. Quite surprised there aren't that much info on them, so posting here in case someone's shopping for something similar to now to what those...- SmOgER
- Post #8,345
- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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AirPods Max
How is "spatialize stereo"? Just a gimmick or something useful? PS. That's different from "spatial-audio"- SmOgER
- Post #4,822
- Forum: Headphones (full-size)
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AirPods Max
I'm pretty sure ALAC is getting converted to AAC@256kbps. Found this: https://www.macrumors.com/2021/05/17/airpods-max-no-direct-lossless-lightning-support/- SmOgER
- Post #4,820
- Forum: Headphones (full-size)
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AirPods Max
Does Apple TV support any additional codecs or is it limited to AAC@256kbps like iOS?- SmOgER
- Post #4,813
- Forum: Headphones (full-size)
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Review by 'SmOgER' on item 'Audio-Technica ATH-SR30BT'
Honestly I was not expecting this much given that they cost less than 80EUR. I was quite surprised and quickly replaced my aging Plantronics BackBeat Pro with those. Initially I was planning to buy more expensive cans as a replacement for Plantronics but after using those for awhile frankly I...- SmOgER
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Audio-Technica ATH-SR30BT
Headphones Bluetooth® Type Closed-back Dynamic Driver Diameter 40 mm Frequency Response 5 – 35,000 Hz Sensitivity 99 dB/mW Impedance 32 ohms Battery DC 3.7V lithium polymer battery Battery Life Max. approx. 70 hours* Weight 193 g (6.8 oz) Weight (microphone) Omnidirectional... -
Best Smartphone for audiophile Part II (Updated: Jan 2020)
What is the codec and bandwidth Apple's using for BT? AAC?- SmOgER
- Post #4,355
- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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Best Smartphone for audiophile Part II (Updated: Jan 2020)
I'm curious, how do modern Android smartphones actually compare to modern iPhones (X and newer)?- SmOgER
- Post #4,352
- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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Best Smartphone for audiophile Part II (Updated: Jan 2020)
Since this is the only post I've found mentioning ATH SR30BT I'm gonna post it here. Honestly those cans are amazing and I am trying not to exaggerate but it's very hard when they cost like 80 bucks. They sound better than CAL! across the whole range while offering better soundstage. And they...- SmOgER
- Post #4,346
- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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The Basshead Club
According to V-MODA themselves: "DJs are no longer just live performers but are also often the producers behind their own music, and they need the right tool for that production process. For this type of sound profile, we needed to build something new with more of a studio production focus...- SmOgER
- Post #11,283
- Forum: Members' Lounge (General Discussion)