I have an EMU 0404 USB - packed away somewhere. To me it sounded a bit lean and am now using a Cambridge CXA80 which is a Wolfson DAC, headphone amp, and stereo amp so serves me better.

  No, he is saying download and use Razer software. Try the free version. https://www.razerzone.com/surround

Audio-Technica AD900 has been replaced with Audio-Technica ATH-AD900X and from what I have read they sound even better. https://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1490289634&sr=8-1&keywords=ATH-AD900X Only headphone I want on...

I'm on Win8.1 and use ASIO so doubt I would hear any dif.

Can't download it cos google. I block most google domains with the Hosts file. Will get it later in Linux, thx. If it doesn't have library support then I won't use it much.

I don't have the parts yet but amp is paid for and on its way from amazon. The speakers I can buy locally and am just waiting to see what they will give me for my Totem Staff speakers as a trade item. I will be using my Totem Storm sub in this setup too. 1. Cambridge Audio CXA 80 integrated...

Unless you do a double blind ABX test I'm not drinking the Kool-Aid.

Ever read this article? Read it if you haven't, it is about what you are talking about.   http://www.stereophile.com/content/carver-challenge   "But whatever Bob, and others who can match his technical virtuosity, choose to do with the results of this project, I think that the field of...

I dismissed them because they are $2,200.00 in Canada. I would rather buy Q701 for a reasonable $350.00 CAD.

For the effect the OP wants he needs a headphone with very good mids and sweet highs and very good soundstage. I haven't heard these but from what I have read these may be up your alley.   https://www.amazon.com/AKG-Signature-Reference-Class-Premium-Headphones/dp/B004444OFK

I've been using Mixxx DJ software recently when I stumbled upon it by accident. Has lots of features, including asio support, and is stellar for free.   http://mixxx.org/   Another player I like and sometimes use is 1by1, it is a directory player instead of a playlist/tag player.  ...

Came across this free DJ software, supports up to 4 decks, this is really good considering it is free. Thought some here might be interested in it.   http://mixxx.org/

If you are interested in the Senn HD598 and want to save some money then just buy the HD558 model instead, exact same driver with a bit of material added to block a bit of the highs which can be removed if wanted. I use mine stock though and perfectly happy with them, I did own HD598 too but...

MusicBee.   http://getmusicbee.com/

Wasn't giving advice, just my opinion.

Nice SQ but bad comfort for my big ears so never bought them. 5xx Senns are more to my liking due to great comfort and also more pronounced mids on 558 and 598.

I had this issue with one motherboard and used am RCA  ground loop isolator and it worked but that was with RCA analog connection. With digital optical or coax I have never had this issue and that is what I use on my main PC now.

Hmm, I just traded my Lunchbox Pro tube amp for a Cute Beyond, sounds good to me, I use EMU0404 as pure DAC for source, I must have crap hearing. :/   Server not found Firefox can't find the server at www.audiophileproducts.com.

I use a laptop, smaller footprint and less noisy than most desktops, less cost too. I use ATI video card HDMI connection to receiver.

Some Internet radio stations don't even use 128kb/s and use 64kb/s.

You know they use the exact same driver, right? HD598 color is ok if you wear leisure suits too. ;)   BTW, have you owned both 558 and 598 like I have? I gave the 598 away but still have 558.   I have beyer DT990pro and they are very comfortable too but the cups are shallow and that causes...

Everyone hears differently so you EQ to what sounds good to you. The only suggestion is don't over boost the low frequencies or else you will cause distortion. On HD558 I increase bass slightly and lower top end slightly, they have good mids so I leave that alone.

"The truth is, very little is lost in 320 files. What is lost is mostly color and dynamics, but the essence of the music is still there."   Ever done ABX testing of MP3 compared to loss-less? I have, (you can do that with foobar) I tested on a friend and I and we both failed to be able to tell...

My vote is also 558/598. I've owned both and IMO the extra money for 598 is not worth it. Also, 558 is better looking than 598.

Huh? I own CAL and the bass is up there with DT990pro, which I also own. They are a warm bassy headphone and not thin sounding at all.