I am just entering to amp scene. Been a "non-believer" for a long time. One of the mystery to me still is what makes an amp sound good. For a while, I had been powering my HD6xx from my Macbook Pro. It was loud enough and Apple DAC has a reputation of being low distortion and transparent. But it...

My budget is around $150 for a pair of closed headphone for work. I looked around and most of the current headphones around this price range are meh. The only few real contenders are HD589 CS and DT770. I was wondering what are some heavy hitters in the used market around this price range...

I am looking for a pair of earbuds that are non-isolating and has a mic, similar to the Apple Earpods. And they should be better sounding. I had a pair of Urbanears Medis (https://www.urbanears.com/ue_za_en/medis) that fit the bill, but they finally broke, out of warranty, and discontinued. I...

I am in search of something that could replace my generic apple earbuds.   http://www.apple.com/shop/product/MD827LL/A/apple-earpods-with-remote-and-mic   I find myself using them more often than my IEMs and fullsize cans because I listen to music when I am on the go (still need situational...

Hello, I am having some problems with my UM3X. When I listen to music, sometimes the right monitor would go out. When tab it or readjust the position, it usually comes back on. Anyone know what might be the problem? Is there any cost effective way to fix it?   Thanks in advance.

I am having problem with this sound card. Once a while (randomly), it creates this loud popping sound for no particular reason. It is loud and obnoxious, it happens even when the computer is idle. I have already tried electrical tape to isolate the card from the chassis, doesn't seem to help...

Hi, I have a pair of MS1i. I enjoyed the sound but the comfort really bothers me. From what I heard people get used to it after a while but I don't find the same applies to me. The main issue is the pressure it insert against my ears, which makes it impossible for me to maintain sanity over 30...

I recently started to listen with my UM3x IEM using computer as source. It seems that no matter whch channel i connect my headphones to, there is always the same type of buzzing sound occurs. Not the same kind of hiss sound that some IEMs are pirone to. It buzzes at a faster than heart beat...

Hi, I am a complete noob at DYI stuff, please be patient with me . I have a Auzen Forte video card that I use directly with my headphones, but the headphone jack is located at the back of my computer, I am thinking about making a box that takes 3.5mm jack and out 3.5mm jack. Basically all it...

Hi, my beloved Super.fi 5 pro had some problem few weeks ago. I sent it back to manufacture (now logitech) and they gave me a replacement. I am thinking this might be a good opportunity to upgrade! As much as I would like a Westone 3, by budget just doesn't cut it. My music preferences are rock...

Hi, being a crosscountry runner, I am looking for a pair of non-IEM headphones (bud, semi-full sized). I have a pair of SF5P as my main portable solution. It serves the purpose well in library, but sadly not in sport. I am open to suggestion of nonisolated headphone as I need some of my...

Forte is on sale right now: NCIXUS.com - Buy AuzenTech Forte Low Profile PCI-E 7.1 Sound Card PCI-E Dolby Digital Live Headphone AMP - AZTXFF7102550. I am thinking about upgrading to a Forte from my old creative PCI Fatality premium edition. I don't have much knowledge about technical specs...

Hi, I have SF5P for a while now and love it. I did the ES cable mod on it; while not creating noticeable improvements, it does make my listening experience better by ditching the stiff stock cable. Recently I found one side of the connection between the speaker and the cable become loose. One...

Hi, I recently moved my computer, the old 3.5mm cables no longer long enough to connect to my z5500. I am wondering if X-fi (I have the fatal1ty pci version) able to deliever 5.1 via coax out. I notice there is no dedicated coax jack at the end of the card, is there a way to convert it? I am...

I have a X-Fi Fatality (the earliest revision) and now looking for a new PCI-E sound card due to spot restriction of my new motherboard. I want to keep the budget below 200. Right now I am looking at the Asus Sonar, Auzentech prelude X-FI, and the Creative X-Fi Titanium(PCI-E and due to it's...

I just got myself a ATi 4870 and HR-03 (FYI video card and Heatsink) for my computer and it ended up taking all the expansion slots on my motherboard, forcing me to remove my x-fi. Now I am looking for a external sound card. I use my computer mainly for gaming and music, right now I have a set...

I was a big retard and washed my pants with my Super.fi 5 in it, I need some tips drying it ><

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I am planning to get my first headphone setup, I am thinking about either getting the Zero DAC/amp or LDmkIII tube amp to pair with my future K701 or HD600. I already have a X-Fi sound card as DAC, I don't know if I really need to Zero as dedicated DAC...

Hi, I am completely new to DIY, after little researching, I found there is nothing in my house that I can use for assembling an amp or other related projects. Can I get some suggestion what to buy (direct link/ model name/ brand) for tools? I am looking some noob friendly tools, nothing too...

For a very long time, I wanted to buy a SR225 ($180 new at Headroom), consider by many the best sub $200 headphone on the market. Then I saw K701. AKG K701 Open-Back Reference Class Stereo Headphones with Varimotion and Flat-Wire Voice Coil Technology For $250, (Abe's of Maine has a...

I am thinking about getting one of the two as my first quality headphone, for home use, it will be plugged into X-fi front panel: I read both headphones have similar sound signature, I am not surpised by the fact they use similar drivers from Grado Labs; MS-1 is about half the price of...

Which open can do you think is the best in the price range? SQ Value Confront is not in consideration unless the phone melts your ears when you put them on ---- I am looking at the HD555, A700, MS-1, and SR225, what are the pros can cons about them? For listening musics from all...

I am new to Audio related equipments, please enlighten me . What exactly is and DAC? Standing for Digital Audio Converter iirc, I assume it takes digital signal via usb and convert it to 3.5mm or 1/4 in jack for speaker/headphones. From what I know, just about every computer has integrated...

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