Source: Furutech GT40 Transport: Samplitude Pro X (WDM as ASIO was a bit problematic on my crappy lappy), JRMC (WASAPI), XMplay (WASAPI), iTunes (MME) Sundries: Chord SilverPlus USB cable, Chord CobraPlus RCA, Tacima 6-way mains conditioner     Not reviewed: Onboard DAC and Stereolink...

Alrighty, I'm (still) looking for my first setup and will need help with the cans.   So far, I've only managed to try out the HD598 (with an Arcam rDAC, Rega Ear, Chord Signature I/C and a generic USB cable). While I loved the engaging, airy sound of the 598, I found that it's lower end is...

Hi all!   As what my thread title says, I'm after a first setup (after many years of using integrated sound, cheap sound cards and other silly configurations of the same thing). So I'll need help from those who have had practical listening experience over a wide range of stuff (ideally entry...