Have not looked at the HE-500s but most likely going to see what sort of dynamic driver headphones are out there that can provide a bit of punch. Possibly closed back even? I am new to all of this and still very much learning and this is why I wish I could just spend a week at a Hi-Fi store. If...

Im going to do some hunting / research with EQs on software side first and see if I can get anywhere. I'll definitely report back if I find something dependable. The Schiit Loki seems like a great deal for a hardware EQ just sucks that the Mayflower o2 ODAC has no RCA out or in. I have been...

Thanks for that. I’ll be staying away from the Fostex then. I’m currently using Equalizer APO (to run Audeze Reveal VST) but for some reason I can’t seem to give a simple boost without the EQ peaking and normalizing it hurts the quality for some odd reason. I’m gonna try some other EQs...

The HD8’s do indeed have a massive bass response that is quite punchy. Paired with the ODAC this is emphasized more. The idea is that you can beat match with them while performing a set. They do incredibly well at this. They are also closed-back which could also add to the response of the...

Currently using Mayflower’s O2 ODAC from what I understand is a pretty flat amp.

Just got my first pair of Audeze's today and for the most I find them quite superb - in the areas that they excel in. They have tremendous build quality, comfort, sound stage, and quite excellent mids without being too tinny. Great for casual listening in my opinion. They excel at orchestral...

Hello community of Head-fi and thank you for letting me be here. Being the great community you are, I was wondering if you guys could help me with a few things.   I just purchased and received my HD8 DJ's in the mail a few days ago and I am absolutely loving them. Except on two fronts.    1...