I've had "expensive" headphones for 5 or 6 years now and I've always purchased low impedance headphones so things like laptops can drive them. I currently own the D2000s, which has a really low impedance of 25 ohms.    What advantage do high impedance headphones have? Are they really that...

Do all closed headphones have a distinct hollow/echo sound? I've owned: Grados SR-80s DT-880s and I recently bought a pair of ATH-A700s. I noticed that the A700s had the same distinct echo/hollow sound of a pair of Senn HD-280s. Is this a common trait of closed headphones? Are there...

I've previously owned a pair of Grados SR80s. I loved them. I picked up a pair of DT880s and used them for a couple years but always missed the "Grado" sound - the DT880s were too neutral and sterile - I want something that is made for Rock/Indie music. So I sold my DT880s for $215 and now...

I love my DT880s, I really do, but I'm really interested in picking up a pair of Sennheisers for their token sound. I'm looking for a pair that is closed and heavy duty. I'm not looking to spend more then $100-$125. I listen to Rock, Hardcore, and Screamo. I have a Zero DAC/Amp.

Looking for a some IEMs that have a mic built in to them. These will be used with an iPhone. My current headphones are DT880s for home use and CrossRoads X3s for portable use. Looking to spend < $100. AiAiAi's have been making the rounds as "cool hip IEMs with a built in mic" but no one...

I'm looking to finally complete my headphone setup. Currently I have a Macbook Pro, using Optical Out. I have a Zero ordered and currently own the DT880s. What kind of Headphone Amp is recommended for such a setup? My budget on the amp alone is $200-$300, although the less money the better...

It seems like portable amps are all of the rage here on Head-fi, but in all honesty I don't need a portable amp, I'm perfectly fine listening to my iPod with my CrossRoads. It seems to me that portable items carry a premium due to their size. Smaller components cost more, along with increased...

I'm looking to purchase a used Amp/Receiver for my audio setup. Currently I am using my 5.1 Movie Receiver to play records. Rega P1 Turntable >> TCC TC-750LC Phono Preamp >> Yamaha Receiver. When it's all said an done I'd like to have: Rega P1 >> TCC Preamp >> *NEW* Used Amp/Receiver >>...

I just picked up a Rega P1 Turntable for $400 and I am in desperate need of a Phono Preamp. I'm pretty broke (seeing as how I just spent $400) so I'm looking for something moderately priced. Advice?

I've been using my DT880s without an amp for almost a month now and I can't stand it. Currently I've been considering the Meier Arietta Solid State Amp, Little Dot MKIII, or the New Darkvoice Figaro amp. Obviously there really hasn't been any reviews regarding the new Darkvoice, but I'm just...

First of all, many people may disagree with me but I have the firm thought that most expensive cables are snake-oil. I'm just looking for some quality thick cable that goes from mini to RCA. I wish for it to have thick round shielding. Looking for as cheap as possible. Advice?

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I need an amp. Badly. But I really don't wanna buy something I won't like. What I'm looking for is some generous Head-fiers who would be willing to send out some of their amps to let me "trial" for a few days. I'd gladly pay shipping to/from me. I'm only looking to spend $250 or less, so...

I'm a new DIY'er when it comes to headphones, but I think I have a fairly decent grasp on the concept. Instead of building a CMOY, which I'm sure everyone will recommend, I'm looking to tackle something of use to me - the Alien DAC for my Macbook Pro. I realize there is a Alien DAC thread...

I must say, my search for a great amp has lead to nothing but headaches. I went from wanting a MKIII to a Darkvoice 336i, and now I've been considering the Meier Arietta, and soemone also recommended a Carda Move. I'm currently looking to mainly power my DT880s, which I have hooked up to...

I just got my DT880s in the mail. Man are these things comfortable! I turned on some of my favorite CDs to give them a listen and compare them to my SR-80s. The one thing I noticed is the SR-80s seem to have SO much more "Punch" and bass but I feel like the DT880s are better with details of...

Sadly I wasn't a big Audiophile when they made Grado HF-1s. Really, all I know is they were made exclusively for Head-Fi, and limited to around 500. I've always wondered, how did the HF-1 come about? Did John bring the idea to Head-Fi, did Head-Fi contact John? Did the forum members clamor...

I've always loved modifying things, making them better, kinda like little projects. I did this alot especially with my paintball guns. Now I'm looking to bring modifying over to my headphones. I've got a pair of Grado SR-80s and I noticed that some people offer "woody" modifications to...

I've had my heart set on a pair of DT880s (look at sig) and I've recently come accross the DT770s. They seems to be very simliar in price of the DT880s but are closed instead of semi-open. Can anyone tell me what kind of difference in sound they each have? I'm not considering the DT770s...

Although I have probably been bothersome regarding my indecisive nature, I've finally decided between 2 amps - the Darkvoice 336i and the Little Dot MKIII. They will be powering my DT880s (future purchase), CrossRoads X3, and Grados SR-80s. Darkvoice: Pros - Many consider superior to MKIII...

We all know this is Head-fi, where people are known to have Audio setups ranging from $5 to $15,000+, but for some of the audiophile "noobs," it can be quite confusing regarding prices. We all know you get to a certain price when buying amps or headphones that the performance increase isn't that...

I've got EXACTLY $250 shipped to spend on a amp for my home. I'm less worried about it being portable. This will be my very first amp and I'm looking to power my Grados SR-80s, my MylarOne X3s, and my (future purchase) Beyerdynamic DT880s. The reason I picked $250 is because that it how...

I'm finally reaching the $200-$300 price bracket after having my SR80s for over a year. I've got a great pair of IEMs, a great pair of Grados, but I'm looking for something new - the DT880s. Before I invest in these great headphones I've got a few questions... -How "Closed" sounding are they...

I'm getting ready to finally make a huge headphone purchase - the DT 880s. This will be my first Headphone that actually needs an amp to reach it's full potential. What kind of amp should I be looking for? It doesn't have to be portable and I'm looking to spend $100 - $120. Would a Little Dot...

Friend of mine needs a new set of Earbuds because her iPod headphones blew up. She was going to get some earbuds from the Apple store but I told her not to waste her money on that crap. ...So what kind of earbuds can you get for <$50? NOT IEMs.