Thank you, I find that my listening level on the LCD-X and Utopia are almost exactly the same.   What DAC do you use that you turn down your output? Just curious.

Anyone able to comment on channel balance at low volumes?   I have to listen pretty low and I consistently have issues on amps with channel balance. Any idea if I'd run into any problems if I'm using a Utopia?

  Perfect timing on this response for me. I respect your opinion as a basshead and hearing this praise on the Opus has sold me. Do I really need to get the metal one or would the OG be fine? Worth more than double the price? ($899 vs. $399)

  Seems like you and I have very similar situations. I noticed recently that when the leather pads are on my ears they're creating what I would describe like an airtight seal and even moving them around to adjust them messes with the pressure. Although I love the sound, I've found recently that...

  What a relief to read that! I have a pair of the vegan ordered but it's backordered so that's why I was asking about other options in the meantime. I'll just wait until they arrive and hope for the best. Thanks for your help.

  Thanks and I agree the sound is fantastic but I'm having some issues with sound pressure/intensity compared to some other headphones and I'd like to do some experiments via pad swapping. Looking for similar sizes to give a few a try.   I know it might not work but I want to give it a shot.

Sorry if this comes across as a dumb question but I'm looking to play around with some different earpads on my LCD-X to see how the sound changes.   Anyone have any idea what other replacement pads would be an approximately correct size to attach to the LCD-X?   Thanks!

Thanks for the help everyone.   Sounds like I know what to do but if anyone has any other suggestions, feel free to mention them!

  Thanks. I'm using a LCD-X and Focal Elear.       Thanks for the confirmation. I know some of the all-in-one servers can be pricey and the Pi and others can be done cheaply. For what I need, I think it's just too much hassle. The DAP is convenient for me and as a bonus I have a player I...

Looking for help on what to use as a source!   Current setup: I currently use a Fiio X5 via coaxial to a SImaudio Moon 230HAD DAC/amp.   Music: I've ripped my CD collection to FLAC and listen to that almost exclusively. I don't currently listen to any hi-res but may in the future.   If I'm...

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I saw in the other basshead phones thread that you were frustrated that they didn't provide measurements so I emailed them and asked. They responded back that they don't have bass boost frequency info :( In the end I decided on the Cayin instead of the E12 and I'm loving the boost. I have no...

  Oh my goodness THANK YOU for posting this! I was already lamenting the loss of several easy features coming from my iPod and the lag on ffwd, rew and changing tracks was starting to really get to me. Deleted all album artwork and voila - it's so zippy! Everything is almost instant now. I...

  I had something similar happen with my Zero DAC years ago. When I listened to it normally with my headphones plugged in while sitting on my couch, no problem. If I put a blanket on? There was massive static. Blanket off? Quiet. On? Static. Weird.

  Good to know, thanks for sharing. I've been listening to a DT770 Pro 80 ohm for years and just recently got a Philips X1. I have a Hifiman HE-400 on the way as well. Looking for an amp that will give me a clean, deep bass bump without making it overly boomy. Also reading great things about...

  Really excited to hear your comparison on the C5 vs E12 v1 especially in the bass boost department. I'm trying to decide between the two myself and while I've read a lot about both I don't think I've seen a single direct comparison. Can't wait to read your impressions!

  I just recently switched from an iPod Classic to an X5. I love the additional detail and more accurate bass but the overall 'warmth' seems to have taken a big hit. I'm not a huge fan of the X5 by itself so far.   I'm looking for an amp and the E12 seems to come up quite a bit as a great...

I've read that the 3G's bass boost is awesome a few times now. What I haven't read, though, is anyone say that they've heard the 4G or 5G and it was worse. Is that true? Just trying to decide whether to pull the trigger on a E12 or try to wait for a 3G to show up used. KM

What a great thread! I enjoyed reading all 90 pages on a car ride from Vegas to L.A. today hahahaha.   I currently listen via the 770 Pro 80 which I've loved for the last ~6 years and am looking for a pair of open phones with great bass and sub bass. Here are my qualifications:   Price...

Are there any bass heavy or ones with boost that anyone would recommend? I know it's not really in keeping with the usual "summit fi" tastes but I thought I'd ask. I've been using the KICAS Caliente and I love it. I've tried a few others, including the Mjolnir, but as long as I tried they all...

I'd love to be a part of a PDX meet. I've unfortunately never been able to make the Seattle ones!

Quote:   Ha, it's not super secret I just didn't mention it because I figured the chances of anyone knowing it are very small. It's "My Empathy" from Sepiamusic.

I know this is an appreciation thread (I read you loud and clear Lorspeaker  ) but I pulled the trigger on some D7100s and I wanted to post my impressions here. This is the main thread that I read before buying them so, for those like me, I thought it would be good to get another semi-review in...

Wow, two Mjolnir recommendations right off the bat.   Hope this isn't too off topic... this would be the first time that I go balanced. Would you guys recommend I get the stock Audeze balanced cable or is there another reasonably priced cable out there that gets top pick?

Love, love, love my LCD-2s. I currently have a KICAS Caliente and I'm thinking of trying a new amp. My one request: rock solid, hard hitting bass that goes low. Looking to stay at $1,000 or below but if there's something out there that's mind blowing and costs more, I'd love to hear about it...