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Recommend a good portable headphone amp for less than $200
Hello. I have not been here for years and I am out of the loop with anything related to headphones. I have not done any searches or read up on anything. I know this looks lazy but please give an old-timer a break smily_headphones1.gif I currently listen to podcasts and music with my iphone. I...- tortie
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Most comfortable in-ear headphones?
Any more suggestions?- tortie
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Most comfortable in-ear headphones?
Hi guys. Used to be a regular here but I have not visited this site in years. I'm not in the loop anymore and I need help. Im looking for the most comfortable in-ear headphones out there. Im planning to use this with my iphone without an amp. I usually listen to podcasts so audio quality is...- tortie
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opamps on audigy 2 .. which to replace?
Will do. Thanks glass- tortie
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Anyone else tired of 'typical' headphone recommendation requests ?
Quote: Originally Posted by catscratch I think you're missing my point. This isn't about answering questions but about discouraging an attitude that is detrimental to the community. I edited my post above to more accurately reflect what I was trying to say. It's late but insomnia...- tortie
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- Forum: Headphones (full-size)
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Anyone else tired of 'typical' headphone recommendation requests ?
Quote: Originally Posted by catscratch Except that the waiter is getting paid, and is earning a tip from you, whereas the people on this forum are giving you advice for free, and are in fact very often donating money to the forum, and taking a lot of time to organize events. If...- tortie
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Anyone else tired of 'typical' headphone recommendation requests ?
...wallet and the waiter replies "just check the menu". Its not like the new customer is too lazy to read the menu, its just that he still wont know **** even if the looked at it. Your recommendation of "figuring it out" is just like telling him to pick something from the menu then you'll...- tortie
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Sennheiser RS130 Wireless System Review
I needed a replacement for my Senn HD590 which I primarily used for my computer and after a long deliberation I decided to get The Senn RS130 from TTVJ.com last week. I was looking for a comfortable set of headphones, one I can use for hours without discomfort. Being in the Philippines, I can...- tortie
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Looking for comfortable headphones for PC gaming and video viewing
Quote: Originally Posted by KingStyles You can get the dt880 in a 32ohm if you want something easier to drive. They are 269 through headroom. Yep, thats what im leaning to right now. Thanks for all the help guys.- tortie
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Looking for comfortable headphones for PC gaming and video viewing
Quote: Originally Posted by Oggranak Headroom sells the D1001, do they not ship it to where you are? They do I did a quick search and it didnt come out the first time I tried it, thanks for the heads-up. Unfortunately, based on the pics it looks like the D1001 uses a leather pad...- tortie
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Looking for comfortable headphones for PC gaming and video viewing
Quote: Originally Posted by Oggranak I'm still not quite sure why you're not considering the K601.. Comfier than the HD595 and D1001, IMO. (I've tried both) Is there any reason you're staying away from them? Hi Oggranak. Yes I considered the K601 but its not available in...- tortie
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Looking for comfortable headphones for PC gaming and video viewing
Anyone else?- tortie
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Looking for comfortable headphones for PC gaming and video viewing
Thanks for the input guys. I've checked all your recommendations and these are the new 3 cans that I am considering. This choice was mostly based on what phones I can get on sites that accept international credit cards and can ship the phones internationally to me. Beyerdynamic DT 880...- tortie
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Looking for comfortable headphones for PC gaming and video viewing
Quote: Originally Posted by oqvist Question??? If the sound doesn´t matter only comfort why are you prepared to pay up to 250$ for them??? Im just stating that $250 is my limit, and the DT880 unfortunately is priced over that.- tortie
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Looking for comfortable headphones for PC gaming and video viewing
Hi guys. Ever since I scaled down my audio rig I have not posted here for years, but my HD590 which I use for my PC and movies is dead and the cheapo HD201 I got as its replacement is killing me. My headphone knowledge is outdated now and I would like your help with getting a new can. I still...- tortie
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opamps on audigy 2 .. which to replace?
Hey guys, where do your buy your ad8620 opamps?- tortie
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Audible Differences in Copper vs. Silver Cables?
Here are George Cardas' 2 cents on the subject: "Q&A with George Cardas jude: All of your interconnects are made with copper conductors. And in one of your catalogs is the following quote: "Copper has proven to be the best conductor for an audio signal..." Lately there has been a strong...- tortie
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- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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Dropping by to say hi.
Well it was nice to see you guys and gals again I hope everything continues to go well with everyone here and this site. Best wishes!- tortie
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Dropping by to say hi.
I havent logged in to head-fi to read posts or check what the latest/hottest gear in headphones are for quite sometime now, but im really happy to see how the site has grown exponentially over the past few years. 54,000+ members now, most users online record is now 1,800!!! Im pretty happy to...- tortie
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Anybody play Monsters game?
Just discovered this game. Great when you have idle time in front of your computer. http://world2.monstersgame.co.uk/?ac=vid&vid=31014956- tortie
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Im looking for a good treadmill machine. What do you guys recommend?
Im currently looking for a good treadmill machine in the $1000-2000 range. What do you guys recommend? Tnx!- tortie
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Recommend good playing cards and shuffler
Quote: Originally Posted by iq160plus Another hint: I found this site about building your own poker tables http://www.homepokertourney.com/tables_build.htm Everyone loves mine though it is crap, but better than the kitchen table. Also, a FREE (or donation) software that is...- tortie
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Any Battlefield 2 players?
I usually play BF2 about twice a weeks with friends. You want to rack up high scores? Be a medic- tortie
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Free Spysweeper in outpost.com
I have used this program with spybot and adaware for about a year or so and its a good anti spyware program. Its currently free in outpost after the rebate. http://shop1.outpost.com/product/4626928- tortie
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