Unfortunately, I was able to confirm that this is an issue via using the Speaker Setup test. At a high enough volume, it makes a beep/scratch sound. It is not a cable issue since I have two cables in possession with me.   On the other hand, I was able to take a picture of the drivers behind...

I have in possession with me the Lyr and the Asgard. Both amps, when pushed sufficiently above a certain threshold will cause some pieces of music to make a scratchy grainy-like sound on the right side. Before the amps are warmed up, the don't seem to make that sound (although sound in general...

I see them mentioned around the forums, but I can't find any info on them. Are they even existent, or is it some kind of joke?

I've recently purchased a used Lyr (1) with a pair of Genalex Gold Lion tubes. I switch it on, but the tubes are not glowing. The lights inside of the Lyr are however. The entire setup is still able to produce audio. I've noticed with the HD 6XX that the lows are amazing, but the highs seem a...

I own both. Here's my impression:   HD598 destroys in all categories except for quantity of bass.

My Brainwavz B2 are close to dead now, and although they were nice, the signature was just not for me. I listen to many genres; rock, EDM, trailer, instrumental, D&B, dance, you name it. After trying out various different IEMs and headphones, I'm become more sensitive to sibilance, little to no...

I think everyone's favorite answer for you would be the Ultrasone HFI-580 (or 780 for a less bassy but more balanced set).  

Is there going to be an update on the SQ value numbers anytime soon? Each pair of IEMs were reviewed at different times, so it would be no surprise that something like the Brainwavz B2 would be outstanding for it's time thus scoring 5/5 for value, yet today, at best would be 4.8 whenever it's on...

By any chance have you tried out the HiFiMan RE400, and if you have, how would you compare it to the Brainwavz B2 and MH1C?

If you had to compare the RE400, GR01 and the MH1C in terms of soundstage, sibilance, bass, and fullness, which one would take the cake in each of these catagories?

I personally would not upgrade from the HD 558 to the HD 598. Even though I favor it more, the difference is too small to consider purchasing. You may even consider using both as a bonus, since the HD 558 has a bit more bass than the HD 598 so it sounds better with electronic music. You can use...

Assuming I use the Polk PSW10 which has a line in RCA jack, I can basically do this without skimping out in audio quality, nor following a Xonar DG to Subwoofer to Speaker configuration like a normal 2.1 system with an amp would:  

I actually found this from another post: You mean like this (though my Y-splitter for my speakers use a TRS)? If I compare the Xonar DG > Subwoofer > BX5 D2 bypass to this, is there going to be a major difference between Xonar DG > BX5 D2 & Subwoofer?

http://bandcamp.com/discover has a lot of different independent artists of every genre of music out there.

Assume this is how the panels of the subwoofer, speakers, and sound card look like:   Can someone draw out a diagram of how to connect these, and what kind of wires are required? I do not plan on using A/V receivers or amps. Assume that the subwoofer I am using is the one in the photo...

He has a point about the average Beats consumer purchasing them for the fashion and the upgraded quality compared to the free earbuds that come with your phone. I would have to agree with most of what he said. I had a friend who was was contemplating whether or not to purchase a pair of Beats or...

Quote:   Smokiness = bass, richness = detail in headphones, JW Black label = good for a blend but not amazing   Sony MH1C: Brainwavz B2:     Sennheiser HD 598:   ATH-M50: Klipsch Image S2m:   Not super accurate, but I tried.

I guess the DT880 would be the closest to the Denon D2000.

Many people speculate it's the same driver with more tips. You can always purchase a pair and see if it's any different.

LE: It's basically silver with a metallic silver-blue circle surrounding the logo. Note that it uses a straight cable, it stretches to 3.5m.   Original: Coiled cable (ATH-M50, 1.2m unstretched) or straight cable (ATH-M50S) options available.

When wearing them outside, they feel kind of clunky, and they don't sit around your neck properly. The wires are extremely long, even the coiled ones, so if you have the time or skill, try to get it to have a removable cable. The pads all feel and isolate the same, though you can replace them...

Quote: The M50s have weak bass from my experience, at least not enough to get a decent punch from electronic music, and it does not help that they sound boring. The HFI-580 or HFI-780 (less bass compared to the 580, but better everything else) are recommended for electronic music due to...

The HD 598 has an amazing soundstage, recessed highs, and reasonable bass. It's not very punchy or anything, but I'm not sure if that will perfectly fit the "n" signature you are looking for.

I believe the HD429 leaks more than the other two, but overall, the HD429 should sound better, considering that I found the HD439 to be way better than either of them both, as well as that the HD429 are open headphones and most of Sennheiser's products do put attention to sound quality even to...

The world of IEMs have been changing a lot recently. As for headphones, other than the HE-400 which has been mentioned a lot, I can't think of anything else.