No problem here...using Win 7 x64.  using Foobar with ASIO output.  No popping sounds.  Latest driver installed.  Any chance you have your onboard enabled?   ATI 6970 Crossfire with P8P67 motherboard.

Actually it's very quiet...only if I put my ears a foot or two away i can hear the fans...Got (5x) 120mm Gentle Typhoons 1850RPM version.   Quote:  

Below is the interior of my newly built.  About a month ago.  I know the tubes could be shorter and will change it in the future...no time for now.   The very first slot is the Asus Xonar Essence STX...was worry that it wouldn't work with 2 x-fire vidcards.  Smooth sailing though and audio...

Sorry to hear that...you might want to take a look at the Xonar software settings on your comp.   That piece of software got me pretty confused until I do some research and set it up right.  I'm at work atm.  But I will check on my settings and show it to ya.   Plus there is a...

Best bet go for the Corsair SP2500...Great reviews if you google.   Bought a set for my wife's comp and she loves it.  I know I want one, but already have Z-5500 set.  I know you're not looking for 5.1 but it might be a possibility.  My friend, he bought a set after he heard mine and use...

I don't have much experienced in AD700, but upgrading your soundcard is a great choice.   I know Soundblaster doesn't have a "dedicated" headphone amp.  Originally, I have my nuForce HDP to use as my DAC/amp to my HD650 on the computer, but after a while of lugging it back and forth from my...

My poor wallet! Just got me-self Nuforce HDP, so now I can compare whether or not, it is better than E7 & E9 combo. Will have it by the end of the week. I might take a pic or two. *GRIN***

@wje -   I already have the FiiO  E7/E9 combo when I was contemplating the HD650...wanna try to see if it's any sound difference from my Grado R225i.  I found the Grado too harsh on the high, and gives me a headache.   @forsberg -  Nah didn't paid anything for customs, except the Tax.  A...

LOL, my wallet doesn't like me right now.  Just got them...woew...I know they're gonna get better as time goes.  I use it w/ my Fiio E7/E9 combo at moment.  Hopefully I can get something better once I can afford another one....:) The joy of music, but definitely don't want wife-aggro though. :P...

Hi all, Because of all the wealth of information in this forum. I've decided to go ahead and got the HD650 with the Blue Dragon cable attached; from moon-audio. Hopefull it will get here in Edmonton here soon. :). Just ordered it last night. Anyone know the approx. delivery time frame from...

Haha thanks. I found the darn thread right after I posted this one.

Hi all, My first post! After reading the forum for a few months now :) I've been searching most the threads related to these phones but cannot decide what is best for me? I have the e7/e9 combo for amp and Grado SR225i atm. Listen mostly to Jazz, Trance, Classicals & and some Hip-hop. Your...