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    Ibasso PB5 the next dedicated portable Amplifier

    Presumably I could use the PB5 from my standard dx320 with the LO from Amp14? Most of the discussion in this thread seems to be about the 320m, but I’m assuming I’d get a significant performance boost vs the unmodified amp 14?
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    Should I sell my HD800?

    Have you tried eq-ing your HD800 before selling them? In my case, it made an incredible difference and completely changed my perception of them. Now firmly a keeper again and frequently stunned by their performance.
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    Dan Clark Audio E3 Review: Interview, Measurements, Impressions

    They often come up when you do a Google search with the ex-VAT price, but when you follow it you discover the real price including VAT - bit of a sneaky trick but they’re not the only ones to do it.
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    Dan Clark Audio E3 Review: Interview, Measurements, Impressions

    It's pretty common to see parity on the US Dollar vs GB Pound price on luxury imported US goods in the UK - phones are a good example - but a price £125 higher than that caught my eye and did strike me as somewhat unusual, and not in a good value way. I'd happily stand corrected if the $1999...
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    Dan Clark Audio E3 Review: Interview, Measurements, Impressions

    Very disappointing that DCA are ripping off UK headphone enthusiasts with their pricing of the E3. $1999 in the US should translate to about £1600 in the UK. However, it’s priced at £2125. Really? I’d buy one tomorrow, even at £1800, and I appreciate that you often pay a premium for products...
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    What is the best single DD IEM available today?

    Another vote for the 7Hz x Crinacle Zero 2. I suspect many in the Headfi community would simply assume that at an asking price of £25 it can’t possibly be a serious hi-end product. That would be a serious mistake. I‘d say it’s quite simply the best value product currently available bar none -...
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    Effect Audio cables thread

    Hi All, I’m interested to know whether you think the Evo 10 has superior sound traits to the cables in the signature range, particularly the Eros S? My understanding is that Evo 10 is a slightly older and more expensive cable, but the more recent signatures offer eight wires rather than four...
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    Westone W80

    Many thanks for the thought - much appreciated. With EQ I found the sound of the w60 pretty decent, certainly for travel in noisy environments where critical listening is impossible and excellent fit more important. They certainly don’t owe me anything after years of service and I hope the...
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    Westone W80

    It was the right one. Nearly went for a refurb w80 at a decent price to replace but just taken the plunge on a hugely discounted Black Friday deal instead.
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    Westone W80

    Just one. Unfortunately, they escaped from their case in my bag and the nozzle of one got damaged by my laptop. Freak accident, but definitely beyond repair.
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    Westone W80

    Thanks, appreciate the insights. Your comments align with the kind of thoughts I’d been having, but because haven’t had the opportunity to try any of the huge number of releases I’m seeing here on headfi, ive been kind of wedded to a “maybe better the devil you know” idea, but I’ll definitely...
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    Westone W80

    Both good shouts from what I’ve read but the Mach 80 is about £1300 here in UK. I’m looking to spend much less if possible. I really just want to find out if folk here think the older premium Westones still compete on sound quality with current models from other makers in the £350 - £550 range -...
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    Westone W80

    Thanks, sweet deal, if I was in the US that would certainly tempt me. Suggests there are still well priced options around, I’m just wondering if the performance will still be competitive with other more recent designs. But then again, would something different be such a good fit? That’s my dilemma.
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    Westone W80

    My w60 which for years have been my go-to IEM on the road have finally died. I like them due to the excellent fit and good sound once PEQ applied. If I could find a w80 or w60 at a good price used or on sale, would they be worth buying, or has the IEM world moved on so much the, say, £350 - £500...
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