Quote: What sound cards are there that support optical connections? I just took a look at mine and there is no support unfortunately. Could you possibly give an example, as in a brand or specific model that caters to high-end audio?

Just purchased a fresh new pair of Sennheiser HD 650s with an Audio-gd NFB-12 amplifier to go with it! Words cannot describe the audio bliss I have been immersing myself in for the past week. I don't think I'll ever be able to go back to listening to music on anything that isn't on par with...

Thanks for the thorough responses zhunter, they've helped a lot.   I've been playing around with these cans and the amplifier for a few days now. Let's just say, my experience and entry to the world of audiophiles has definitely been a pleasant and extravagant one. I don't think I'll ever be...

Bump, still looking for some detailed answers from all of you experienced audiophiles out there! Help a brother out 

Quote: Interesting, thank you for the response. That still leaves the other three questions unanswered but I appreciate the help lbj. Another question just occurred to me after playing with my amplifier yesterday, what are Head-Fi's thoughts on using low gain vs high gain? My NFB-12...

I recently just picked up a Sennheiser HD 650 and a NFB-12 Audio GD amplifier to go with it. I received the products this afternoon and I would just like to know if I am getting the most out of my setup.   Here are a few questions that I was hoping could be answered,   1. Should I have...

If I am primarily interested in using my new headphones on my desktop computer for the most part, do you guys suggest I upgrade my sound-card? Also, what would be an ideal DAC/Amplifier to purchase in the future?    

Quote:  I feel judged man! No, I'm actually living in the United States and I am a Malaysian born Chinese. It's currently 6:10AM here, and I'm probably gonna call it a night very soon. I've recently just been living off of a messed up sleeping schedule. As I said in my first post, if I'm...

To be honest, I don't think I'd be very interested in IEMs, mainly due to the fact that I've always been a headphones guy. IEMs for some reason have always irritated my ears and I just can't stand it after long hours of usage. I just love slapping two giant cups on and having my ears fully...

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The Beyer T70s definitely look very interesting and nice, in a classy way hah. Thanks for the heads up colmustard, I will keep a tab on them as I browse for some more options that are actually available now.   I've been hearing some great things about the Denon AH-D series, especially the...

Hello!   I am a new user here at Head-Fi and I'm currently in the process of searching for a pair of cans that will satisfy my inner audiophile. However, I have arrived at a crossroads and have become very indecisive in regards to which type of headphones I truly desire. My criteria for my...