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    HeadRoom Airbus A380 - The World's Largest Portable Amp!

    http://www.headphone.com/headphone-amps/headroom-airbus-a380.php   I've been looking for a decent portable for my DT770 80s, and these seem to fit the bill. 
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    Concerns about the safety of IEMs. Long-term wearers, what are your experiences?

    I've been considering switching from full-sized cans to IEMs, but I have a few concerns:   Ear Wax I'm worried that using IEMs will result in ear wax getting pushed deeper into my ears, causing it to accumulate there. Is this something IEM wearers commonly have to deal with? If so, does...
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    Any IEMs in the $200 range that compete with full-sized headphones for comfort?

    I primarily listen to vocal trance and other electronic music. I really loved the comfort of the Sony MDR-1R, but after going through multiple replacements due to build quality issues (creaks and jack rattle), I'm finding there are shockingly few full-sized alternatives that even come close with...
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    $400 budget for *comfortable* closed headphones + amp (if needed).

    I've been on the hunt for several weeks for a headphone that is both comfortable and sounds good for vocal trance and other electronic music.   I've already owned or demoed a number of headphones in this price range:   Sennheiser Momentum - owned for about a week - loved the sound...
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    Rdio vs MOG: Is there an audible difference?

    I used MOG a year ago, then switched to Rdio for the better interface and apps. I recently upgraded to the Sennheiser Momentum and figured it was time to reevaluate streaming services and eliminate any potential bottlenecks.   Rdio streams at 192kbps. MOG streams at 320kbps. While MOG is...
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    Macbook Air + Sennheiser Momentum + Rdio...do I need a standalone DAC?

    My current setup is the Sennheiser Momentum plugged in directly to my 2012 Macbook Air. My music is streamed from Rdio, which I believe uses 192kbps lame-encoded mp3s.   Would my setup benefit significantly from a standalone DAC? If so, which do you recommend for around $150? Preferably, I'd...
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    Best unamped for $300?

    I have a $300 budget and want to upgrade from my JVC RX700s. I generally listen to Trance and other electronic music streamed from Rdio while plugged in directly to my Macbook Air.   I've been considering the following headphones, but I haven't reached a decision:    - V-Moda M-100 -...
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    Macbook Pro onboard sound good enough for K550s?

    I've been thinking of getting some AKG K550s. They're easily driven by portable devices, so that saves me from having to buy an amp. That said, I'm wondering if the Macbook Pro's onboard sound is good enough for the K550s.
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    a700x thoughts?

    I don't see too many reviews for these yet, so I was wondering if anyone has heard them and what they think. They run $100 cheaper than the a900x (which has gotten some positive reviews here) and, like the a900x, they don't require an amp. That said, I never see them recommended when people ask...
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    Does the DT770 headband pressure the top of your head?

    I can't stand headphones that support most of their weight by the headband. I tried on some ATH M50s today and immediately felt discomfort from the headband -- little padding and too much pressure pressing down on the top of my head.    How are the DT770s in this regard? I know everyone says...
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    Are the DT770-80 as bad at vocals as everyone says?

    I was almost set on getting the DT770-80, but upon additional research on these forums, one common theme kept coming up: recessed mids and distant vocals. I listen to a good deal of vocal trance with female vocals, so I'd like whatever headphone I get to perform really well with this. Is there...
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    DT770-80 with Macbook Pro....amp recommended?

    After scouring the forums, I've read some mixed opinions on this. Some people say an amp is a necessity, even for this 80 ohm version, while others say they can't tell the difference.   At a safe listening level, does an amp make a significant enough difference in sound quality to warrant...
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    For $160, is there anything better than the M50?

    I currently have a pair of JVC RX700s that I want to upgrade. After doing some research, it seems the M50s gained popularity when they used to be at a much lower price point. Now, pretty much all reputable dealers sell them for about $160. At this price point, are they a significant enough...
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    Closed headphones for quiet office that don't require amp?

    wrong forum. delete please.
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