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    Triggered by this article - "I Don’t Give a crap About Disappearing Headphone Jacks"

    This article showed up on my google feed, and it enraged me: http://www.droid-life.com/2017/08/08/pixel-2-headphone-jack-iphone-8/ It boggles my mind that there could be someone as stupid as the author of this article out there in the world. 3.5mm headphone jacks has been used universally...
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    Sony MDR-1000X

    I must say, these two posts triggered me pretty badly. I bought the iPhone 7+, but sold it when I realized I couldn't live without the 3.5mm headphone jack. I ended up buying an iPhone 6s+ that I'm very happy with. I will never buy another Apple iPhone as long as it lacks the 3.5mm headphone...
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    why does a cheap wired headset that costs 1/10th the price of a premium bluetooth headset sound much better?

    I've been on a bluetooth kick recently, trying to free myself from cables and using bluetooth headsets at the gym and in the car.  The earphones I had been using were the highly touted Panasonic RP-TCM125-A , picked as one of the top wired earphones by wirecutter. These sound crisp, full, and...
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    LG Tone Infinim HBS-910 dilemma

    Hey all, I purchased 2 LG Tone Infinim hbs-910 bluetooth earphones from CostCo recently, for around $50 each (clearance).  I bought these at the suggestion of a friend who raved about them.   Imagine my huge disappointment when I tried these for a few weeks.  The sound is tinny, flat, and...
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    MacaW GT100s(inverted dynamic driver) impressions thread

    So after listening to them for about an hour, here are a couple of things:   1. is there such a thing as headphones being too clear sounding?  The clarity on these are amazing... but I feel as if the music has had all its clothing stripped away and is fully naked... which can remove some of...
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    MacaW GT100s(inverted dynamic driver) impressions thread

    Interesting, my massdrop silver ones are the same height as the other filters... but my black filters are missing an O-ring.   Quality control is not the best I guess, in terms of the accessories.  
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    MacaW GT100s(inverted dynamic driver) impressions thread

    The clear tips do fit.  Read my post above.  I'm surprised you guys are having that much trouble.   Slowly slip it on, then jam it on and voila the white silicone buds stick on.
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    MacaW GT100s(inverted dynamic driver) impressions thread

    They do fit.  You have to slip it on gently at first, and then forcefully jam it in fully once you've got it seated around most of the filter.   I was worried about the silicone tips after reading your post, but I was able to install it on them with no problems, by slowly increase the force to...
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    Xiaomi Pistons 3.0 Impressions Thread

    I was not able to scan the QR code, it's too small for my iPhone 6 to read.   However, I have to say my opinion is changing.  I took these on a trip recently, and used them for hours on end on the trip, and they have come alive.  I was shocked at how good they sound after extended listening...
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    CNet video about IEM's damaging hearing

    Thanks for the info.  Still kind of depressing to read about the hearing damage. You're right though, a lot of unanswered questions.   Our ears are the most precious investments in this hobby... I hope there will be better news ahead.
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    CNet video about IEM's damaging hearing

    Watching this brand new video posted today was a major downer.  I wear earbuds most of the time because they are convenient to carry, keeps my ears cool, and are cheaper than over the ear or on the ear monitors...   Now I'm a little concerned and anxious about doing so...  :(   Any veterans...
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    Xiaomi Pistons 3.0 Impressions Thread

    I seriously wonder if my P3 are counterfeits, although the discussion in the SD thread do not seem to indicate such.  I listened to them again a few times since my post, and they really do not sound as good as my other cheapie $10 IEMs.  I am very disappointed in mine so far.  I'll try burning...
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    [Review] Philips SHL3300 "DJ" Headphones - Most Underrated Headphone?

    On sale for $17 shipped... worth it?
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