Alright thanks for that information. I'll see how it sounds without the jumpers once I have enough time for another extended listening session. Though I am worried that my more sensitive headphones might not fare so well. So I just remove completely the jumpers for headphone gain (3, and 4)...

I actually only got the DAC1 a few days ago, so my impressions of it are still shifting. I also have very little experience with different amps and DACs (this is my second DAC/amp i've gotten), so my ears aren't exactly trained to hear the differences as of yet, but I'll try to voice what I'm...

PC > Benchmark DAC1 Pre > HEDDphone ONE

Final update: HEDD Audio eventually directed me to their US distributor, RAD Distribution for a replacement. They were very easy to work with, and I got a replacement unit. Though that replacement unit arrived broken... the swivel mechanism was broken (I assume damaged during shipping. the box...

Second update on the HP1 cracked earcups situation: The Source AV (retailer I bought them from) said that unfortunately they have no more new units in stock; told me they couldn't order any more units(????). HEDD Audio offered me a future discount on the recently released V2, but I declined as...

Update on the HEDDphone cracking situation: HEDD Audio support got back to me, and told me to talk to the retailer I bought my pair from, and request for a replacement. Told me to let them know if there are any issues. fingers crossed everything works out!

JDS Labs Element II -> HEDDphone ONE (my newest acquisition) Head of Nasa and the 2 Amish Boys - Infected Mushroom

Well for reference, I rarely need to adjust the headband of a headphone by more than 1 notch. I can't even wear headphones with auto-adjusting headbands since the pads pull down on my ears. Meanwhile I can fully extend the headband of my HEDDphone, and it still fits over my ears

They did not screw up V2, it's simply a slight departure from the sound of the V1. Most people seemed to like the V2 better. Just not my kinda thing for the same reason I don't like Hifiman headphones (too dry; not super engaging). Also, I really like the weight of the V1, but the V2 totally...

Thank you! Suspecting that it is a early production unit because the headband also doesn't extend very far. I didn't buy this unit through HEDD Audio either; bought it through The Source AV's store (because they were pretty heavily discounted at $1100 (yes, The Source AV is an authorized...

well that's what I'm going to do. I don't have a problem with returning them. i'm simply disputing your claim that "it's not damage"; not sure what I did to offend you

gee, I wonder where the damage is? well maybe you'd realize it was damage if you took a look at the many photos of different people's HEDDphones which were uploaded to this thread which DON'T have those "seams" of yours i mean it's pretty obvious they're not supposed to be there

why is it nonsense to care about getting something undamaged? don't really understand what you're trying to say here

they are quite literally cracks lol 1. they're different lengths on both sides 2. they're uneven/slightly jagged 3. one side doesn't even have them also even if they weren't cracks, it's ridiculous that uneven seams are acceptable on a $1900 headphone

alright yeah thanks! quick question: I sent a message over HEDD Audio's website; is that the correct course of action, or is there a specific email I need to send a message to? also, any info about those hairline cracks in the earcups I mentioned? here's a picture of what i'm talking about...

I get crinkling during playback which is the main issue. I wouldn't mind if it were happening when no music is playing

I picked up a HEDD V1 during CanJam yesterday! It's my favorite open back headphone, and I am in love with how it sounds. However, I'm having a few issues with it, and have emailed HEDD Audio about it, but I'm also going to check here. Issue 1: The drivers make crinkling noises. I understand...

This was at HEDD Audio's booth, and I was listening through a RME ADI-2 DAC/amp

Another year, another CanJam~ Had a lot of fun at this one, and met a lot of cool people!

Just had a chance to compare them at CanJam this weekend! HEDD V1 has superior soundstage, bass punch/slam, and has a better timbre. HEDD V2 is more neutral, sounds "cleaner", and won't give you a headache from wearing it. V1 seems maybe slightly harder to drive than V2

Anybody know if the Heddphone V1 will be discontinued once the V2 comes out of preorder status?

Has anyone actually gotten any information from Monoprice regarding this? Not sure if this is left over stock, or if they're low on supplies, or what

Seems like it's being labeled as "discontinued" again, unfortunately

So like why do you not agree that the LG should have a DAC? I'm not too much into the technical side of things

Thanks for the recommendation! Unfortunately I also value aesthetic as much as I do sound quality, and the design of those amplifiers does not really speak to me very much (I'm a bit of a weirdo haha). I'd also prefer more power than what even the Ember can dish out as I'm looking to get some...