Recent content by hotKarl
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What are the TOTL closed backs?
Just got the Rognir and it's really amazing. Only other closed back I have is the LCD-2 and it's not even comparable in any aspect. Even compared to any of my open backs, including Aeolus, HE1000 Stealth, Elex, I almost always prefer the Rognir. Really my only complaint is the weak clamping...- hotKarl
- Post #36
- Forum: High-end Audio Forum
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Feedback by 'hotKarl' on listing 'FLUX FC-10 Amp/DAC'
Great seller! A++. Item was damaged in shipping, the seller helped to ensure it was repaired and reimbursed for the costs.- hotKarl
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Audeze Deckard - class A amp, USB DAC
Good to know Jonathan! Do you think the Deckard will do a good job with them? I’m also waiting on a Flux FC-10 which should have more than enough power.- hotKarl
- Post #651
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Audeze Deckard - class A amp, USB DAC
Just received the Deckard and very pleasantly surprised. Not really surprising since it's now my most expensive amp, but comparing with the THX AAA 789 my Rognir sound noticeably more open (yes I know I level-jumped with headphones quality over amp/dac so now I'm starting to balance that out...- hotKarl
- Post #649
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Feedback by 'hotKarl' on listing 'Kennerton Rognir Karelian Birch - Blue'
Purchased Rognir from Hifiwar, he was very friendly, communicative, and reasonable with the transaction. Item was shipped quickly and arrived as described. Thank you!- hotKarl
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For Sale LCD-2 closed back
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- 575.00 USD
- Condition
- Excellent/Like new
- Negotiability
- Or best offer
- Ships to
- United States of America
Excellent condition LCD-2 closed backs for sale. Price includes paypal fees and shipping (local pickup available in LA).- hotKarl
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For Sale LCD-2 aluminum with Carbon headband
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- 575.00 USD
- Condition
- Excellent/Like new
- Negotiability
- Or best offer
- Ships to
- United States of America
Excellent condition LCD-2, rare aluminum version and with upgraded carbon fiber suspension headband which is super comfortable. Comes with searhorse case and two cables, one is 1/4" and other is 4-pin XLR. Price includes shipping (local pickup available in LA) and paypal fees.- hotKarl
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For Sale ZMF Aeolus, Sapele
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- 925.00 USD
- Condition
- Excellent/Like new
- Negotiability
- Or best offer
- Ships to
- United States of America
ZMF Aeolus Sapele headphones in perfect mint condition! I am the original and only owner, purchased directly from ZMF. They're in like-new condition, only used for probably 20-30 hours in total. Comes with the seahorse case and also an extra set of pads (so you get stock and also universe...- hotKarl
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Burson Soloist 3x Performance
Did you ever find an answer to these issues? Was considering to get this amp but maybe not after reading this.- hotKarl
- Post #2
- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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THX AAA 789 Replacement
That's intriguing, where do you buy it? Nothing obvious with a quick google search.- hotKarl
- Post #54
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Lcd2c vs lcd2 closed
I'm also not so impressed with the LCD2 closed, to me it just lacks liveliness across the frequency spectrum. Wonder if it responds well enough to EQ that it could be addressed that way?- hotKarl
- Post #4
- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Modi/vali/magni
Is it still considered a good combo in 2024? I have one but now I use the Magni as a preamp and amp with a THX AAA 789, I think it sounds a bit better. Interested in an upgrade too though.- hotKarl
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- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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THX AAA 789 Replacement
Why do amp makers not include balanced output on nice amps like this? Isn't balanced output the gold standard and generally sounding better than the 1/4"?- hotKarl
- Post #52
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Clear MG Vs Elex
Sounds like it's perfect for you then, cheers to that! I actually found that I like the bright metallic tone of the Elex, but it might be because I got used to the Elex first and then tried the Mg. If you like the Mg, have you tried Aeolus? I feel like they're somewhat similar.- hotKarl
- Post #18
- Forum: Headphones (full-size)
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Alternative to the Focal Elex?
Try the Hifiman HE1000 v2 stealth! 1399 now on headphones.com and an amazing all-rounder.- hotKarl
- Post #9
- Forum: Headphones (full-size)