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  1. Cieran

    Can I use full-size & portable amps together?

    I am thinking of getting this cheap DAC/ headphone amp combo but I want to know if I can also use my Fiio E6 with it as well for basic eq settings?   http://www.cypeurope.com/Audience/AU-D3-H-Digital-Audio-Converter-with-Stereo-Headphone-Output-DAC.html   Can I do this or is it a bad idea?
  2. Cieran

    150mW vs 200mW - will I notice much difference?

    Ok I taking my first tentative steps into the world of headphone amps and DAC's and I am on an extremely tight budget. What I am looking to do is to use a DAC with my TV for watching films and concerts etc... and then use a portable amp to boost the signal.   However I am undecided whether...
  3. Cieran

    Fiberloft / polyester wool (sound dampening mods) - bring out the highs, mids, or lows? Confused!

    I've been reading up on this recently after modding my Creative Aurvana Lives and I can only find conflicting information.   Some people say using it will dampen the high frequencies making a smoother & softer sound, while others say it will bring out the mids and highs?   I am a...
  4. Cieran

    XL Comply tips - or something similar?

    Recently bought a S/M/L pack of T400 Comply tips to test them out and find which size fits me best. However as much as they improved isolation I still found that even the largest size didn't make a complete seal in my canal (I blame my larger than average ears - they didn't call me spock in...
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    Will these Sennheiser pads fit the Creative Aurvana Live?

    I'm thinking about trying out some different pads with these and was wondering if some Sennheiser RS110 pads like these will fit:   http://www.hifiheadphones.co.uk/sennheiser-foam-earpads-rs110hdr110-rs120hdr120-510633-prodid-2241.html   Or how about these:  ...
  6. Cieran

    Silent Coat dampening......

    Has anyone used it before?   Was wondering how it compares to Dynamat/ Damplifier/ Flashband.    
  7. Cieran

    Sennheiser PX100 detachable cable? UK

    Really want to get this done but I don't have the skills/ don't trust myself to do it without messing it up.   Is there anywhere in the UK that I could get this done?   Thanks for any help with this.
  8. Cieran

    Something between PX100's and Creative Aurvana Live!?

    Does anything like this exist?   I currently own both and love the bass heavy guilty pleasure that is the PX100's but I also appreciate the larger, more detailed & refined sound of the CAL's. I've seen the following mentioned as possible alternatives in my extensive research.....  ...
  9. Cieran

    Anyone know where I can buy spare/replacement memory foam ear pads?

    Looking to get some pads for my JVC's....
  10. Cieran

    On-ear closed cup, open back headphones....

    Does anything like this exist?
  11. Cieran

    How does AKG K141 sound signature compare to Senn PX100-ii's......

    Thinking of upgrading from my Sennheiser PX100-ii's and the AKG K144's have caught me eye.   They tick a lot of boxes for me as they are semi-open, supra-aural and have closed cups. I am hoping the closed cups will provide more isolation as that was my one complaint with my PX100's.   I...
  12. Cieran

    How do Senn HD408's compare to PX100-ii's?

    I absolutely love the sound of my PX100-ii's but seeing as I am only using them at home I am looking for something with a bigger and more engulfing sound while retaining a similar signature.   Would the HD408's provide this?   All advice and opinions welcome...thanks
  13. Cieran

    Can't find any info on Panasonic RP-HXC40 'Slimz' - are they any good?

    http://shop.panasonic.co.uk/RP-HXC40/RP-HXC40E-W,en_GB,pd.html   Had a good look on the internet and Head-Fi and can't find anything on them at all/   Doe's anyone have any experience of them?
  14. Cieran

    Thicker pads = more bass?

    Ok I recently got my hands on a pair of 2nd hand Grado sr80's with the bowl pads. As much as I like them my major gripe is that they are lacking a bit of bass so I want to experiment with the S-cush comfies.   I've already tried them with some streched Senn PX100 pads and the bass is a bit...
  15. Cieran

    Sennheiser PX100-ii's sound signature but larger/ wider/ bigger - any suggestions?

    I absolutely love the sound of my PX100's but i find them slightly narrow sounding compared to larger headphones.   Can anyone suggest something that fits into both camps?   Any advice or opinions are welcome!
  16. Cieran

    Grado sr80 hole punch mod - is it worth it?

    Just got hold of some 2nd hand Grado sr80's (not the i model) and while I like their overall detail, I can't help feeling that they have a lack of bass compared to my smooth Senn PX100-ii's.   If i do the hole punch mod will it make a significant difference and get them somewhere close to my...
  17. Cieran

    JVC RX700 vs Sennheiser HD202 - which is best?

    All opinions welcome!   Thanks
  18. Cieran

    Beyerdynamic DTX710 vs JVC RX700's - help please....

    Which is generally considered better?   I am looking for a open-ish set of headphone, with decent isolation, a well balanced sound and good soundstage and have narrowed it down to these 2 contenders.   I have spent a good few hours reading about both pairs on Head-fi and elsewhere on the...
  19. Cieran

    Fostex TH-5/7 - anyone have any experience of these?

    I have spied a good deal on some of these fostex's which I think I might go for but I can't find any reviews of them anywhere.   Have any of the wonderful people of Head-Fi got any hands on experience of these?   Thanks in advance
  20. Cieran

    Recommend me a less-airy alternative to PX100's.......

    After listening to closed-back cans for years I finally took the plunge and got some Senn PX100-ii's for mainly home use and I am amazed at the difference. However, as much as I like the open sound I find them a bit too 'airy' and not engaging enough so I am looking for an alternative.  ...
  21. Cieran

    Watching TV - Sennheiser PX100-ii's vs HD 202's - any preference?

    As the title says I am torn between getting either of these two headphones for the primary purpose of watching TV late at night. I've read the usual arguments of open vs closed (sound leakage isn't a problem) as well as this rather useful review over at Headfonia comparing the 202's to the ultra...
  22. Cieran

    B-Tech BT928 vs Fiio E11 - SQ comparison?

    I'm a bit of a noob when it comes to headphones and amps but hopefully someone can help me out with this.   I'm looking to get my 1st headphone amp for use mainly inside the house and I have narrowed it down to either the B-Tech BT928 or Fiio E11.   I'm torn between getting the B-Tech...
  23. Cieran

    Portables which can be used for watching TV - PX100-ii vs PX200ii?

    Which would be best in your opinion?   How about the Sennhesier HD238's?
  24. Cieran

    HD414 pads on PX100-ii - how will the SQ change? Newbie needing help...

    Just taken my first tentative steps into the world of decent headphones as I have just purchased some Senn PX100's. They sound really good compared to what I am used to (Sony MDR-V150 rust buckets!) but I can't get used to the open design - I miss the feeling of being fully immersed in the...
  25. Cieran

    Recommend me a headphone amp for under £30/40....help please!

    Complete newbie badly needing some advice. I've already got a Fiio E6 but I need something for my TV - the main reason being that the volume of my media player when connected to the TV is pretty quiet. I've seen some decent reviews for the B-Tech BT928 as it can be easily modded and is pretty...
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