Anybody have thoughts on the E-MUs vs the Focal Elear? Seems both headphones emphasize lows and they're both easy to drive. I have no doubt the E-MUs are a better value at half the price. But you can find the Elears in great condition for $550 used, which is only $50 off from the E-MUs. Thoughts?

Excellent post, Gandasaputra. I almost went for the DN-1000s for a possible upgrade but you know what, you're right. I like the Yamahas so much that there's little to gain by fooling around with other options. Already ordered a new pair. Thanks for the help!

After 3 amazing years, my EPH-100 finally bit the dust. There's something loose in the Y-split housing as the left earbud won't play sound unless I hold the cable coming out of the Y in a perfect position. Does this sound fixable?   If not, I love these earbuds so I'm probably going to grab...

Quote: Originally Posted by Uncle Erik Try: Yankee Hotel Foxtrot, Wilco Funeral, Arcade Fire In the Aeroplane Over the Sea, Neutral Milk Hotel I purchased these 3 albums on your recommendation, and I'm a huge fan of all of them (especially Arcade Fire and Wilco). What else...

When I first received my 780s, the clamping force was indeed quite extreme. I let the headphones stretch out over a box and it's no longer a problem.

Haha weird, I just noticed that after you pointed it out. But ya, there's definitely an imbalance w/ the right speaker louder at very low volumes. I'm not worried though because the volume is much lower than what I usually listen at.

Many thanks for the advice!

Bump, cmon... someone's gotta know the answer!

Ok so these are some super basic questions, and I feel kind of bad posting a thread about something so simple, but... 1) If I have speakers, I'm supposed to plug them into the jack underneath '1 Main' on the back, right? 2) If I want to connect my Predator to the 0404, I should use a mini...

Quote: Originally Posted by Denver Max And because of the S-Logic technology, the positioning of the can on your head is VERY important. Mind elaborating ? I didn't know there was much to headphone placement/positioning...

From the website Quote: The modification consists of internal dampening and structural vibration control. Then we re cable the headphone directly to each cup using the ultimate in audio wire (6 foot cable length), The JeneLabs Ultra Wire.

Quote: Originally Posted by EnderX I got my HFI-780s and they are friggin awesome. But I do want to recable them soon so I was wondering what the best option is. I'd like to hear from people who say each one is the best and what areas of the music are improved and what each person...

Number1, Out of curiosity, for how long did you burn in your ALO-780s for before selling them? Also, do you think the Jenalabs cable is suitable for transport in backpack and some portable listening (ie on a plane)? Thanks in advance!

The APS v3 seem flexible and appropriate for a portable headphone... what about the Jenalabs cable? It looks really beefy, but is it feasible for transporting in a backpack or portable listening ie on a plane?

Wow those really are tiny compared to my A5s. And I'm gathering from this thread that my A5s would sound better through my 0404 then a headphone amp, rather than straight out of the 0404?

Quote: Originally Posted by HeadphoneAddict And, I can move the laptop and Pico to the wet bar and pool table area when I don't want to be in the home theater with the tube amp. Can I, like, rent out a room at your house please? Anyway, for someone without a...

Quote: Originally Posted by tim0chen How do you guys think Audioengine A5s sound compared to a good headphone setup? I'm quite new to this whole audophile world and my ears aren't very sharp/distinguishing (yes I know I registered 4 years ago lol), but one thing I do know is that my...

How do you guys think Audioengine A5s sound compared to a good headphone setup? I'm quite new to this whole audophile world and my ears aren't very sharp/distinguishing (yes I know I registered 4 years ago lol), but one thing I do know is that my A5s sound AMAZING. My only other audio setup...

Quote: Originally Posted by webbie64 Same sentiments here. Livewires was my chosen upgrade (when Westone3s didn't eventuate). Won't even bother looking at the 3s now. Your other alternative might be to get custom tips for the UM2s? Hmm not sure if I understand - are you saying...

Quote: Originally Posted by fordgtlover Something like this? www.ka5cvh.com/downloads/musicchart1.pdf Helpful chart for sure, but it seems to me that according to the chart, very very few sounds hit the high range (6000+ hz). Am I interpreting it correctly?

Definitely interesting to hear your comparisons, thanks. Although... I've been debating between HFI-780s with various cables and the ESW9s for the past couple weeks, and it seems like I'm getting nowhere .

Sorry I don't have an answer but I think it's hilarious that they named their product 'Smokin Buds.'

So many ALO/S2 780 reviews coming up... I dunno about you guys, but I can't wait!

Actually, during my recent head-fi researching frenzy, I learned that some portable amps come with DACs (common knowledge, I know). Even though they're designed for headphones, can the DAC on a Pico drive the Audioengine A5s as well as the 0404? What I want to know is: is there any reason...

Awesome, thanks for the input guys.