I recently purchased a HF-1 which came with both bowls and flats and I like the flats a lot more than the bowls. With the bowls, the sound is a little too edgy and bass-light for me. The flats tame the highs and give a nice body to the bass. This comes at the expense of soundstage and separation...

I got my SR225s last week and compared to the HD650s, these feel more "alive" and faster which is exactly what I'm looking for. However, I find that these at times are a little too bright for my tastes and the bass which goes deep enough, needs a little bit more quantity. Will switching from...

Hi Folks, Me and some other FL members have decided to hold a mini-meet this April. The details are as follows: Proposed Date: TBD April 2009 - PLEASE POST YOUR PREFERRED MEET DATE IN THIS THREAD Location: Either the Embassy Suites Orlando Airport or the Embassy Suites in Altamonte...

I just got an ATH-ESW10JPN as a loaner and I really like the sound signature of these cans. I was wondering if anyone here can tell which closed full-size Audio Technica can comes closest to the sound sig of the ESW10s? I really like the crispness and the "pureness" of the sound that the ESW10s...

For all your 12AU7 tuberollers out there, What is your Favorite 12AU7 tube? The rules are fairly simple - please reply in 1 or 2 lines ONLY: 1. Reply w/ your one and only favorite tube in the first line. 2. You can mention what amp you use it in the second line. For the purposes of...

I'm interested in either one of these DACs and my main concern is how these are when using the USB in. I know optical or coax is ideal but that is not a possibility for now. Any opinions would be appreciated!

The title says it all: For those who switched from HD600 to HD650, what made you do it? The reason why I ask: I currently have a HD600 (with HD650 cable) which I like due to its really nice soundstage and resolution but I could use a less neutrality and a bit more warmth/darkness and some...

I'm fairly new to head-fi and I normally do not write impressions as I feel not knowledgeable enough to write some but after taking delivery of my Raptor two hours ago, I feel like I have to write this. I AM ABSOLUTELY FLOORED BY THIS AMP!!!!! Coming from a Melos SHA-1 to the Raptor is...

I just got a nice NOS Melos SHA-1 to use w/ my Grado HP-1 (courtesy of Pendles) and now I am in the market for a DAC. I need USB connectivity since I will be feeding it from my non-mac laptop. I was considering the following: 1. Stello DA100 Signature - seems to be the most future proof due...

I have a pair of HFI-780s and I was wondering, what is the ideal placement of these cans on my ear to take advantage of S-Logic? Do I place it with the top of the cushions touching the top of my ear or the bottom of the cushions touching the bottom of my ears? Do I places it wear the rear...

I'm looking to purchase my first tube amp (first full-size/desktop amp too). I'm currently running my Predator w/ my ALO780J and ALO K701. My sources will be an iMod and possibly the Predator DAC. I listed to a good variety of music, hard rock, classic rock, house, chill and a little hip-hop...

I am looking to purchase my first set of open cans and I just wanted to ask for suggestions. I am trying to get a pair that has excellent detail and a airy/wider soundstage. I am currently listening to my ALO780s which a very good but I need better soundstage. I am considering the K701 or HD650...

I just got my hands on a used Ultrasone ALO780 w/ the Jena Labs Recable. It is terminated with a fairly beefy and heavy Furutech 1/4 plug. My question is, which 1/4 to mini adapter would you recommend for this phone w/o sound degradation. I am using it with my Pico for the moment until I can get...

I was fortunate enough to get a Pico from the for sale forums a few weeks back, I was wondering if anyone here know if Justin will sell you spare bodies? I wanted to make mine a different color body and endplate. TIA for the advice!

Just got a Tomahawk last week and stumbled into a Pico too. I was wondering if anyone here has had the chance to try both and though I know that the Pico is an overall better amp, I'd like to know how different they are from each other. I'll be using them with FreqShows for now but I plan to get...

While I was browsing Head-Fi and watching TV at the same time, I just stumbled on the American Idol finale (no, I am not a big fan) and noticed that the winner was possibly wearing Livewires. I could tell by the "blinged" out gold rotating connectors whenever they were doing close-up shots. Did...

Hi All, I am looking to purchase my first closed can in the next month or so and I wanted to see what y'all can suggest. I am looking at closed cans because I will be using it for some travel and home use too. My budget is around $250-$350. Here is what I'm looking for: laid back sound (smoth...

Hi, To everyone that uses a portable amp rig, what sound format do you use? I just put together my 1st rig composed of: 4gb Nano, RSA Tomahawk, ALO Cryo X Au/Ag LOD, UE Superfi 5.pro (temporary, to be replaced by FreqShows when they arrive). Everything sounds great (even my MP3 files...

I like listening to really funky and soulfull beats like Kaskade's stuff (It's you, it's me, Everything) and some Hed Kandi stuff. I'm confused as to how to categorize these artists....are they considered house music? They kinda are a little more downtempo and soothing....

I went and had my ear impressions done by the local audiologist today for my Freqshows. She put the two impressions in the box but did not mark the left or right mold. Will this cause a problem or will Freq know which one is which? Also, should she have also indicated the orientations of the...

My 2g Ipod Nano started acting up lately and since it is way out of warranty, I am thinking of stepping to something else. I will probably order a SuperFreq in the near future and I was wondering what a good DAP would be to pair up with that. I am also considering a portable amp purchase (RSA...

I think I have made up my mind, I am returning my Sleek SA6. Don't get me wrong, they are great IEMs but I found the mid-bass/mid-range and vocals a bit congested and that really bugs me. I am considering either the UE Triple-Fi or the Super Freqs. Both would cost me almost the same since I...

I am currently auditioning a pair of Sleek SA6s and I gotta admit, I really like the comfort of these phones! I get a good seal all the time and I barely feel them there. However.....I find the SA6 a bit lacking in bass and upper bass regions and I really like the sonic signature of UE but I am...

I have just discovered head-fi and I am really happy to do so, there is a ton of really good info here! Anyway, I am really interested in getting a pair of Super Freqs mainly for listening to mp3s and watching movies on the plane (I travel for work and fly twice a week). I currently have a...