Lol this is going to sound like a really, really stupid question.  How are you supposed to position the new Focuspads?  Never had angled ear pads before.

Do you know how that headband rests on the HE-400?  Is it strapped on or is there like a tape?

Looks neat but I'm terrible at DIY stuff and I have OCD about the way things look haha.  Maybe one day.

I actually decided to go with this replacement headband (not by Beyerdynamic) as I've heard it fits really well on the HE-400.  I will report back when I've tested it out.   http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00862522A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Does anyone know specifically which Beyerdyanmic headband works best with the HE-400? Are there any cosmetic issues like the headband not fully fitting or anything I should be aware of?   http://north-america.beyerdynamic.com/shop/hah/spare-parts/kopfpolster.html

I'm thinking about swapping my Hifiman HE-400's out for some AKG K712's but I'm not entirely sure what I'm getting.  I know the sub-bass is better on the HE-400's but I'm looking for something with more detail.  Still some bass but more detail (especially for long hours of playing competitive...

  Yeah I've actually done this before and I remember the problem going away. Did it again just last night and there was no more static when moving the volume knob. Weird....but oh well at least I know how to fix it.

Ok just got my velours on.  Yeah they definitely sound different now.  More awake?  I'd say more similar to the DT 990's.  I didn't need a credit card but it did take a good 10 minutes to figure how how to correctly bend the plastic to get the last two tabs in.

Is there a guide for removing / putting on new pads on the HE-400? My velour pads are coming today and I'm kinda scared to take off the stock pads.

Just a little static but not every time.

Is it normal for headphones to give off distortion when lowering / increasing my amp volume?  Other than that though there is no distortion.  Been curious about this for a while.

  Bam! I got it with one left it stock. Thanks!

I'm looking at the standalone JDS Labs ODAC and I think that would be a good fit since I already have the O2 amp.  Anyone also have this setup?

Does anyone have any suggestions for a cheap-ish DAC (around $100) that would benefit my setup?

I think the sound quality took a very small hit and the volume isn't as loud, but other than that I don't think there's a huge difference. I may just keep this setup unless I want to add a better DAC. I'm not sure if that would benefit me for gaming though.