I like the memory foam pads from the AKG AnniversaryK702/712. It ticks all of my boxes and mutes that low treble a bit.

I set up a system for a friend who insisted on a remote, we introduced this into the chain with no negative results (hiss, sound fluctuations )...

Brilliantly said! I would add that most that critical reviews are from those who have never heard them and must validate their inferior purchases.

Agreed, I hate them on everything except the sextett and the HE 400

Yes sir I have, shure Alcantara pads sound awesome( and are comfy).

The Aeon C is by far the best/ most accurate closed headphone I have ever heard and is the best headphone I’ve heard under 1k by far(open or closed).

Krell KTC, I had it laying around and it serves it new purpose well.

It took about 30 amps until I found the J2, perfect synergy to these ears. Hope you enjoy the pairing as much as I do.

klipsch r-15pm do exactly what you need and you can control the sub level from the remote. They sound decent for what they are.

I saw you sold it the first time you had it. I figured you did not enjoy the pairing and honestly was surprised. I am glad that was not the case, beautiful synergy between the two for sure!

Well said! :clap:

Same thoughts, they were a pleasant surprise. Very durable as well.

Comfort- Aeon>Elear>LCD 2 Sound stage-Aeon>Elear>LCD 2 Tonal accuracy-Aeon>Elear>LCD 2 Musicality (my general enjoyment) Elear>Aeon>LCD 2 Bass Elear>LCD 2> Aeon Treble (my preference is warm) Elear>Aeon>LCD 2(though if I were watching a movie I would pick the Aeon, it is voiced beautifully)...

The Lyr 2 is terrible with the HD800, the Vali 2 has better synergy. As far as solid state amp on a budget, the Magni 3 is exceptional sounding, dead quite and is a steal at 99 bucks.

Yes Yggy to Jot, balanced. Jot is a great amp, the Magni 3 just hits a sweet spot to my ears treble wise.

I actually think the Magni 3 sounds more balanced then the Jot. It is significantly better then the 2, and has a similar sound to my Darkstar(my favorite ss amp).

Bad tube, it happens. Lightly tap each tube to find which one it is.

Compression of the pads with age makes a difference as well. I have an older and a newer pair the difference is minimal (to my ears).

Like I said earlier, I don't tweak too much, I am very happy with extensively reasearched current gear , it's there for some troublesome peaks and valleys that are not correctable with amp coloration/tube rolling.

Yeah, that is similar to the was I run mine as well. You should pick up an Ultra curve to play with, run optical in, then out (split after the out). 31 band graphic and a parametric EQ,lots of buttons to press, it is kinda fun!

How do you split your source? I use optical ran through an ultra curve-pro, I also use multiple sources and amps. All can be tweaked(I don't love EQ but some headphones need a bit to shine).

Do not need this ,will buy it!:ksc75smile:

A Vali 2 would compliment all of the mentioned as well.

Amen to this. The 400/500/6/HE-4 all scale to unbelievable heights with a better chain.

IMHO the hidden gem in the ATH line-up is the ATH-R70x, the smooth mids of the HD650 with a more open sound and deeper bass. They do not scale like the HD650, but man they sound just great with movies and music.