Well, this is somewhat amplifier dependent, so I'm just averaging my rankings at an overall level across the different amps used.  Some are better with one amp or another and wanted to account for that factor.   Here we go:   1. Beyerdynamic T1 (cube mod) 2. Beyerdynamic DT-880/600 3...

Great Meet and good time had by all.   Thanks to the crew at Bottlehead!  So kind of you to host this event!  Sincerely, very gracious of you all.  It was nice to have enough room to spread out and it seemed like everyone had enough space for their rigs.  Heck, Big Poppa took a whole room just...

Hey Big Poppa,   Yep, I'll be there.  I've been itching to visit with Doc B. and his tapehead expertise!  I'm mainly an analogue guy and listening to my Tandberg TD20A SE at the moment through my Woo2 and T1.  I was thinking of bringing this setup to the meet if there's interest.  I also have...

I owned these back around 1980 after having the HD-424 for a few years before that.  I liked that the HD-420 had a LOT more bass than the HD-424, but it was boomy and didn't have the mid to high frequency clean sparkle of the HD-424.   However, here we are in 2016 and I couldn't resist picking...

I left town right after the meet and only just returned and only now have the chance to post a couple of thoughts about last Saturday's meeting..   First, special thanks to Big Poppa and all who helped set up this meet!  The friendly exchange of ideas and sounds was happening at every...

Another successful meet!  Thanks to Big Poppa and everyone that helped set this up and make it happen.  What a great group of people, friendly and very helpful to talk about their gear and the latest improvements.   Like others, I want to give a shout out to Justin and the HeadAmp display. ...

I've enjoyed reading this thread, it's given me a few chuckles and I appreciate the exchange.  Is the -50 the king?  Hmm, that's the kind of question that is not relevant in my view although its fun to discuss what's come up in this price range that also sounds good these days..  When I was...

Hi Justin,   What model of Audio-GD amp were we listening to your K701's through?  I really liked the sound of my T1's on that setup.

Congratulations on the success of the headphone meet.  It was my first meet and I had a great time!!  It was surprising to see so much variety and great sounding gear all in one place!  The turnout certainly was impressive.   Everyone's hospitality was very welcomed and made me feel right at...

Looks like I will be able to join you after all, and looking forward to hearing and learning and just plain having fun!   I'll be bringing my Tandberg TD20A SE and Little Dot Mk III along with the HD-424, HD-595, AKG 240 Studio, DT-880 Pro, and T1.   See you there!       Mark

Really excellent review and I agree with just about everything you say.   I also have the DT-880 Pro and T1.  Have had the 880's now for about 7 months and the T1's just a month.  I'm running them both through various amps depending on my mission (recording/mixing, or just music enjoyment).  I...

I hope to have a few hours to attend but it's a bit tricky as it's also our wedding anniversary and you don't make it to the 39th anniversary by accident.  Headphones is not her cup of tea, so I have a bit of negotiating to do!   If I can swing it I'll be bringing my STR-V55 SS amp and the LD3...

What a great review and it's been very helpful to me!   I liked the stock GE tubes on my LD3, but was hoping for a bit more bass, especially for the DT-880's, so I sprung for the Voshkod 6ZH1P-EV's, which indeed had significantly more bass, but also significantly more in the high frequency...

I was listening to my HD-424's last night through my Tandberg TD20A and Little Dot Mk III.  AWESOME.  I'm really glad to own the 424's again after so many years.  Even in the context of current gear, this headphone is no slouch and very enjoyable for extended listening sessions.  Classic...

Thanks Plakat,   Yes, the A2 is definitely worth a listen on my journey.  I'll see if I can find one to demo around here.   Regardless of any disagreements any of us may have, our social or financial status, or what part of the world we reside, our pursuit of music appreciation binds us to a...

Hi there Plakat!  I love this Head-Fi site!  This morning I'm chatting with Australia, this afternoon with Austria, all united about our passion for music and headphones!  Thanks for your comment.   As for the Phonitor 2 paired with the T1................let me pause for a second to wipe off...

Well, I'm not that creative, but lack of any money and a desire to hear more was the driving force.   Here in Washington State heat is not the problem!  Staying dry, on the other hand, is a challenge.  I absolutely agree that a good source coupled with a SS amp makes the DT-880 sound amazing! ...

Hello PP312,   Yes, in the '60's as a kid 12 years old I built my own headphones from some small drivers I yanked out of some old speakers lying around in my neighbors garage, with his help.  He was a big audio/ham hobbyist.  My parents........not so much!  I lived in the attic in Sacramento...

I am pretty new to this hobby, but with a medical situation that keeps me here at home in isolation much of the time have been taking the time to clean up my system and enjoy my headphones much more than in the past.  That way can spend me time listening in my music room without bothering others...

I like the M50 very much.  It doesn't get up to the level of the DT-880's, but honestly, liked as well as my AKG 240.  Value and sound quality for the price is unmatched in my limited experience.  Very good purchase for anyone here.  The bass is prominent, but also of high quality, so that makes...

Hello there!   I have a LD MKIII also.  I don't understand your comment that you can hear the sound when the volume control is off.  That doesn't sound right.  Mine is absolutely invisible when the volume control is all the way down and is crystal clear when you turn it up.  I'm using the...

I haven't had much luck driving the DT-880 PRO off a portable device or laptop.  It'll play okay, and if you don't have something to compare with, even sounds pretty good.  However, once you apply a little power with a dedicated HP amp or some connection with power you will not appreciate what...

Okay, just went back to the MKTRV6 archive and it looks like I have verification that I was using them in June 1975.  So, must've purchased them early '75 or late '74.    Keep on rocking!     Mark

I bought mine in 1974.

I bought a pair of HD-424's back in 1974 and LOVED them.  Wore them out until they just fell apart from heavy use over many years.  Instead of repairing, I chucked 'em.  MISTAKE.   After the 424's I got hold of some AKG 240 Sextet phones and the better bass and indestructible nature made them...