Finding a closed headphone equivalent for the HD-600 is going to be a tough one. They're so airy, you're never going to experience that on a closed-back pair. However, I am very satisfied with my Beyerdynamic DT-770 Pro. They're closed-back but sound very spacious for being closed. Definitely...

  I'm an computer-enthusiast and spend quite a few hours a day sitting at my desk, this is where is listen to my music as well. Going from line-out (white/red) on the STX > RCA cable > Schiit Magni 2 > Headphones.      You don't want to use the jack-input because you'll be using the AMP...

  That's a tough one to answer to be honest, but i can tell you that i hesitated for quite a while before i decided to pull the trigger on a Magni 2.   I haven't regret it for one moment. The sound is fuller, has more body to it, less "sharp edges", it just sounds more fluid. Bass is also...

Yes, without the Modi. Should have mentioned that, my bad. I am using an Asus Essence STX as DAC.

Got a Schiit Magni 2 today. My HD-600 really came to life. I already loved these cans to bits but they got even better with this little amp. Such pleasure to listen to!  

  Still fiddling around with it, its currently on High gain.   I don't know about that comparison but i have been reading on the net that the STX DAC is actually quite good, the DAC used in the Modi seems inferior on paper. I do know however that its not just the DAC chip that makes good/bad...

Recieved my Schiit Magni 2 today. My god, what a difference compared to the AMP on my Essence STX. Been doing some "homework" and the DAC on the STX seems to be better than the DAC on the Modi, so sticking to the STX DAC for now. But again, what a difference in sound quality, my HD600's...

  Thanks for the information, very much appreciated. Decided to pull the trigger on the Schiit Magni 2, hopefully a worthy purchase. I'm going to stick to the DAC of the STX, at least for now.     As in, don't get the Modi and stick to the Essence STX DAC i suppose you mean? I did just...

  Disabled onboard, yes. Also using the unified drivers indeed. I am indeed planning on using the RCA-out on the STX, for Dolby Headphone (gaming) i can always use the amp on the STX unit itself.   I have been looking into changing op-amps before but im not sure what i should go for.

  Of course and i appreciate it.    A friend of mine has the HD-650 and i have listened to them quite often. I think they sound very alike, wheres the HD-650 is a little warmer, the HD-600 the more natural one of the two.  For me, it's not worth it owning them both. I cannot speak for...

  I did consider that yes, i actually bought the Beyerdynamic's recently. I could use a closed-design headphone because of the leakage my beloved HD-600's have. Decided to pull the trigger on the DT-770's and i'm satisfied with them, they definitely complement the neutral Senn's i have.   ...

  Having a pair of Sennheiser HD-600, HD-598 and Beyerdynamic DT-770 Pro's in my possession now. 

Hi lads,   I'm close to buying a Schiit Magni 2 (or a Vali, not sure yet) and i'm wondering if its worth the money to buy a Modi as well? I am currently using a Asus Xonar Essence STX and from what i understood, the DAC on it seems to be pretty good.   Good enough to stick to it and connect...

  My newest addition: Beyerdynamic DT-770 Pro. Very satisfied with them so far, great soundstage for a closed-back headphone. Punchy and tight bass without getting overwhelming, slightly recessed mid's but satisfying high's. These headphones are known for their long burn-in time so looking...

My newest build:       Using an Asus Xonar Essence STX, with a custom backplate. (about to order Schiit Magni 2 as replacement for the AMP)     DIY Headphone-stand with my newest addition: Beyerdynamic DT-770 Pro.