Hey, just wanted to say that this paragraph is probably one of the best I've ever read in a headphone, or pretty much any technology, review:   You definitely have a career in journalism if you so desire. Also, thanks for your thoughts on the quad armatures. It's not confidence-inspiring to...

So, I've downloaded a few of the top EQ apps from the app store on my 4s: Audio Xciter Accudio Afessa EQ EQu Sonic EQ Denon Audio Equalizer (very original people over there...) Equalizer Pro (no relation to the prior)   I'll do a small write up on each if anyone has any...

So, I've downloaded a few of the top EQ apps from the app store on my 4s: Audio Xciter Accudio Afessa EQ EQu Sonic EQ Denon Audio Equalizer (very original people over there...) Equalizer Pro (no relation to the prior)   I'll do a small write up on each if anyone has any...

This isn't a thread in the cable section. I'm sorry if I stepped on any toes, and I won't be engaging in any flame wars. I don't engage in flame wars. Just wondering why people spend so much for good cables. It's okay, I don't need an answer. I suppose I'd have to ask people themselves why they...

Quote: That's not going to happen. I shriek in fear of the financial hit from a pair of $250-$300 headphones, I'm not buying a $300 cable. And it's for this reason:   Quote: In those tests performed (linked to above by p a t r i c k), the tests are inconclusive. Well, conclusive as...

Well, I got a big refund check today, and I broke down and ordered both the E02i (which really can't be considered an amp, I wouldn't think) and the E11. If the E02i gives me any benefit at all I'll return the E11. Otherwise, I'll just keep both. Looking forward to it.  

Sorry, please delete this. I replied in the wrong thread.    

Before I got even half way to say thank you so much. This is going to make my job of choosing an amp so much easier.  

That's awesome. I thought I was the outlier in thinking "better" cables were a myth. It's nice to see that others have felt that way enough to test in a controlled environment. The only reason I would upgrade cables is for aesthetics and comfort, or because the old ones broke. For examplke, the...

I am having an issue with my TF10 tips. While the included silicon tips sealed well, they were also uncomfortable. I got some Comply S-500s, which are comfortable, but don't seal well. They don't expand once they are in well enough, I think they're too porous. I need some good foam tips that fit...

Do you guys think I should not even be considering an amp until I get a pair of high impedance headphones? My current lineup is: Brainwavz B2 (43Ohm) TF10 (32Ohm) ATH-M50 (32Ohm) Etymotic HF3 (16Ohm)   And my source is an iPhone 4s.   Wow, that Fiio X3 is a beautiful product. It...

Cool, I'm reading it now. Thanks!   By the way, your analogy of living in a city with a lot of traffic, and hearing a car on a Sunday morning causing you to become alert brought to mind this article. Written in the NYTimes, it's about our deep-seated stimulus to sound, which is not present...

Yeah, so I'm looking at the Colorfly C4 (~$700), and the Hifiman HM-602 ($399)... I suppose I should've mentioned affordable. (Don't take any of this as unappreciative for your post and advice, I just can't fathom the cost these guys are charging.) I really would rather not have to tote around...

Why doesn't a source + amp exist in one package yet? (Or maybe I'm mistaken) Thanks.   EDIT: Oh wait, it does, huh. Any portable mp3 player has a tiny amp in it?    

Thanks very much. I didn't know vacuum tubes lit up. Is it just to let you know that the amp is on, like, for decoration? Or do vacuum tubes light up no matter what, when there's a voltage passed through it?   One other question I'd have is, is the difference between vacuum tube and solid...

What are those light shaped glass things on high-end amps? For instance:   If they are lights do they modulate, as in shine brighter when they're working harder? At certain points in songs, or depending on the output volume? Sorry, I'm just new to all this, and can't find an answer with...

I currently own only one pair of full-size (ATH-M50) and 3 pair of BA-IEMs (Klipsch Custom 3, Ety HF3, and Brainwavz B2), and listen to all sorts of music - but primarily classical and rap (yeah, not a typo).   I'd like to get another pair of full-size, either a pair of either Sennheiser...

Etymotic HF3./HF5  

This all makes sense, but on question I'd still have is how does one normalize the output of the driver being tested so that 0dB is actually what is expected?  

Oh, which is what? The source?  

I was wondering why there is a positive and negative on the dB axis in many frequency response curves. How could something have a "negative decibel" amplitude?  

What is "presentation"  

Hi guys, So, from March to September I went on an IEM binge mostly because my ears sweat alot and I love the portability of IEMs, and I sold my ATH-M50s. Now, in the winter, I'd like to get back into over ears. I love the wide soundstage, and the fact that the music doesn't seem to be...

Thanks very much for the information y'all. Its funny, when you're new to something, every person who appears to be knowledgable on the subject seems like a expert, their opinions above reproach. It's good to see some levity, a breath of fresh air. Much appreciated. I tried the Harmon program...

But that doesn't enable me to hear and identify it myself, as many people in reviews do.