Hello,   When I convert a certain .ape file to .flac (uncompressed) it is 65Mb (1411 kbps) But when I use compression level 5, it is 34Mb (746 kbps)   I see that in Foobar2000.   Is there a difference in audio quality between the two? I know there shouldn't be, but aren't kbps's...

I rip CD to mp3 using EAC and LAME (3.98).   The settings/parameters are set to v-0, which should result in bitrates of ~245 kbps.   But if I look at my songs, the bitrates are more in the region of 160 kbps average.   It's mostly classic jazz.   Am I doing something wrong?   TIA

Is it possible to add physical weight to a hifi component, for instance the Onkyo ND-S1.  It feels rather light and moves around a bit when playing with the iPod, so maybe I can make it a bit heavier.   What do I use, that doesn't interfere with the electronics? There is plenty of room:

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As the title says, I want one of these amps, and I wondered what would be the better on. It will be running my iPod, with mainly acoustic jazz, and my headphones are Shure 840. I also wondered if the 'crossfeed' function is a welcomed feature.   Input and recommendations highly appreciated.

Listening to my new AKG-K271 MKII. Fubar IV DAC & Amp + dedicated Supplier. Damn, these cans are harsh! No bass... Been burning them in for 20 hours on my iPod (computer was broken, not a lot of volume on the iPod) and now I listen to them for the first time on the Fubar and....OUCH...

Hello, Please let me introduce myself: I currently listen to Lame VBR mp3, with a FUBAR IV dac & amp. My headphone is a AKG-240 Studio I really like my AKG's: the sound, but also the ergonomics. The only thing I don't like is the way they 'cut' my neck when worn there and that they are...

I am trying to decide on 2 headphones (they need to be closed) - Shure SRH840 - AKG K271 MKII - Ultrasone Pro 500 I am favoured to the AKG, because I have the 240 Studio and I love the sound/fit. You can also buy aftermarket cables for the AKG. I listen a lot of jazz & rock and use...

Hello, Is there anybody who can compare the two? I know the AKG's are semi-open (those are the one I own), and the Shure's are closed (the ones I want). Do you think it's a noticable upgrade? Don't need perfect audiophile sound (hehe) but: - closed - fun