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    Best listening experience: iPod + AMP or new DAP?

    I don't quite understand what your goals are with your upgrade. You can improve both soundstage and volume with just hp change out. There is no need for amp or dac. Why pay extra for high resolution files with a portable rig that it will hard to discern the improvement in sound quality. I...
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    Reply to review by '20fenix08' on item 'Cleer DU High-Definition Dual Driver Headphone'

    Thanks for a very detailed review. The pictures are really appreciated. I question how long Cleer will be in business. I will definitely add to my wish list.
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    Reply to review by '20fenix08' on item 'Koss ESP-950 Electrostatic Stereophone'

    Thanks for reminding me that I need to acquire a set of Koss's flagship cans for my collection.
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    Help: First decent headphones Samson SR850 or California Silverado - or something else?

    I hope that you decided on the Samson SR850. I've owned the SR 850 for over 3 years and use on a regular basis. The 850 is my go-to traveling cans. The Samson is tougher than it looks. I own the California Laredo. Sound quality and soundstage of the SR850 far surpasses the Laredo. All the...
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    Help! Trying to find headphones to buy!

    You can skip the amp for a while with the HIFIMAN products. They are efficiently designed to be powered by even most DAP's. You will sacrifice volume and fullness of sound.
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    Help! Trying to find headphones to buy!

    My suggestions were aimed at meeting the poster's objectives: open, big bottom, and $325 budget.
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    Help! Trying to find headphones to buy!

    Hurry and purchase HIFIMAN HE-300/HE-400 while still in supply. 300 can be found for around $200 and the 400 for $300. HE-300 with Schiit Magni should meet your total budget. I would skip the amp for now and get the HE-400.
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    Reply to review by '20fenix08' on item 'HiFiMAN HE-400i'

    Disappointing review. You posted the same review in 3 different threads. You failed to research the HIFIMAN offerings and misstated facts concerning the HE400i "updates". Thankfully, you have completed your obligated review from the 400i world tour; leave the reviewing to others.
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    Reply to review by '20fenix08' on item 'Sony PCM-D100 Portable High Resolution Audio Recorder'

    I also like using recorders for DAPs. My Tascam DR-07mkII is a great digital audio player. It is easy to transfer files via USB. It has a great D/A converter, rechargeable batteries last a long time; what's not to like.
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    FiiO X1 preview world tour--impressions thread

    Headphones - 3eighty5 etz, Samson SR850, Klipsch Image One, California Headphones Laredo, Urbanears Medis, Audio-Technica ATH-AD700, Adidas/Sennheiser OCX-685i, Audio-Technica ATH-CP300, Sennheiser MX471,  AKG K309   DAPs - Multiple ipods ( Nano: 2ndGen, 3rdGen, 4thGen, 5thGen; Shuffle...
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    Recommendations for exciting open back headphones on a budget

    I suggest the AT-AD900X. 900X are almost analytical with their flat frequency response, lightweight, and extremely comfortable. Price is under your budget. Would make a good introduction to open-air phones. The Fostex T-50 "Rocky" recommends are un-modded MadDogs.
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    Best headphone around 70 to 100$?

    Consider the Fischer Audio FA-004. A great all around hp that has a mostly flat frequency curve with a slight upper register roll-off. These are comfortable headphones that come with a full compliment of accessories. The perforated earpads stay cool for extended listening sessions.Sound leakage...
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    Review: Hifiman HE-500 vs LA 7000 Lite

    Nice review. If possible, could you share the exact mods you used to create your LA 7000 Lite.
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    Good over-ear headphones around $50?

    Look into the Superlux 681 or 668. You can find reviews here and they are cheap on amazon. I suggest the Takstar 2050. A more balanced sound and cheap on amazon. The semi-open design will leak sound into your surrounding but will give you good direction presence while gaming. The Superlux or...
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    = HiFiMAN HE-560 Impressions & Discussion Thread =

    I noticed that too. I've been watching the HifiMan site for the launch of the within-my-budget HE-400i. I wonder if hfm is having manufacturing trouble?
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