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    AKG K340 Electrostatic Phones

    I also found the K340 to be highly selective in terms of amp synergy. Just because an amp has a stated power output of "x" number of watts does not seem to directly correlate into ability in properly driving the K340. Having tried a number of different headphone amps many tend to lack the...
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    AXEL GRELL HEADPHONE

    To add some context, the samples we had at the show were very much pre-production samples and not production level. One of our key objectives at the show was to get listening impressions and feedback from HeadFi members. The brightness was one area we will be addressing as we progress towards...
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    Studio Monitors vs Headphones

    I've found each category to have its strengths and weaknesses as other have pointed out. Started out with headphones due to necessity/budget - it was much more cost effective to try out different types of headphones to learn about personal preference and develop better critical listening...
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    AKG K340 Electrostatic Phones

    I did. Here is a quick measurement showing how the Pads alter the Frequency Response. The Blue line represents the XL Pads and the Orange line are the stock pads. Generally the larger pads increased the bass response and created a treble peak between 5-6kHz. The XL pads are certainly more...
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    AKG K340 Electrostatic Phones

    Decided to order the Brainwave XL sheepskin pads for my K340. I'll try to take some new measurements with the pads to see how they impact the sound. I've found the bass on the default pads are quite good and that im still able to get a good seal even with glasses however I would like more...
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    AKG K340 Electrostatic Phones

    I'd like to see if there's a good after market pad that maintains a similar frequency response to the original. I've seen some recommend the Brainwavz XL pads as a good fit. I would guess the sheepskin would be most similar performance but I'm open to other ideas of anyone has had good success.
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    AKG K340 Electrostatic Phones

    I recently acquired a minty K340 after selling my first pair several years ago. I remember really liking it at the time but ultimately sold it to try out other headphones but always wanted to give them another try. It was a bit of a shock to listen to these again and hear how fast and clean...
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    Official Unofficial 8XX Discussion Thread - UPDATE SENNHEISER HAS BEEN SOLD!!! GT(heck)IH

    The average response time is around 14 hours so you should hear from someone today.
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    Official Unofficial 8XX Discussion Thread - UPDATE SENNHEISER HAS BEEN SOLD!!! GT(heck)IH

    Just so you know Drop does have a price match policy for products that our within our 30 day return window. Please reach out to our CS team if you are still within the window and they will be happy to help you out.
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    AKG K340

    Quick Update: I had a feeling that current (not voltage) was the secret to unlocking the K340s abilities. I pulled out a Bacon HPA-01 which is a current based amplifier and has two outputs on the front. One is current based and the other is voltage based. I first plugged the K340 into the...
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    AKG K340

    Decided to give another go at the AKG K340 after finding a pair in excellent condition... My prior memory of them was fond and I had always had a lingering desire to give them another shot! It's not an understatement to say these need a lot of power to show off their talents. They are also...
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    DROP + HIFIMAN HE-R7DX CLOSED-BACK LAUNCH

    I wonder if the RD7X would have a larger soundstage compared to the Focals. It been awhile since I heard a closed back Focal so I dont recall where they sit in the spectrum. Your Denon would be an interesting comparison against the HIFIMAN...
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    DROP + HIFIMAN HE-R7DX CLOSED-BACK LAUNCH

    The inner volume of the earpad is roughly 2.3"wide, 2.6" tall and 1" deep. They also have a slight angle. Id consider these pads to be fairly roomy compared to one like the 6XX which is narrower. The headband and sliders should be accommodating to those with larger heads, you can take...
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    DROP + HIFIMAN HE-R7DX CLOSED-BACK LAUNCH

    As a brand HIFIMAN tends to do a lot of development and testing of new materials and processes. The dynamic drivers used in these headphones were an evolution of a driver originally designed for an IEM which was later scaled up to the larger 50mm version used in the R7DX.
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