Quote: Originally Posted by Audiofiler Hi My K701's mated like a rabbit with my modded EarMax Tube Amplifier...the tubes really help round out the bass response and marks in the lower register, including overtones from instrumentation, and vocals, and help to roll off a bit, the highs...

I recently got a K701, and I must say I really like it with my Corda HA-2; the Aria and HeadFive presumably will be even better. With my EarMax Pro, however, it's a different story; I'd stay away from the K701 + EMP combo.

One day I found myself wondering at how extended the bass was, and its level, contrary to my memories of it at first. This is with the same tips, amp, player, evertything.

Quote: Originally Posted by chrisfromalbany Athough any headphone turned up loud will block outside noises. No, no, no. A headphone turned up loud will not block sound—it will only make the audio louder than the external sounds. This is bad, because that's the way you harm your...

Quote: Originally Posted by fewtch This "audiophile terminology" is all pretty loose. Bright could also mean lacking in bass, in some cases. Dark can mean subdued or rolled off high frequencies, emphasizing bass/mids more.... depends who is uttering the word. I wouldn't take any of these...

I got the E4 a couple months ago, and use it from a Meier Porta Corda MkIII and an iPod Mini. Overall opinion is mostly the standard "like them" opinion: really nice mids and details, with rolled off highs. The bass quantity could be a bit more, but actually, if I had to choose between having...

NAD C542, going to an EarMax Pro. Love it, have not wished for anything else since. I had a Meier Corda HA-2 before that. It was not at all bad, but I felt the mids were missing something; and, comparing it to the EMP, the HA-2 has a slight hump in the lower mids. (I read some review somewhere...

I've never compared to other portable amps, but FWIW, I have a Porta Corda MkIII USB right in the spot you're looking to fit, and I'm happy. The fact that it has crossfeed and USB in is totally decisive for me. Do absolutely make sure you get a line out for the iPod.

Quote: Originally Posted by miziq In 10.4.3 ? Can you also use it with Quicktime, Myplayer, Itunes etc. Thanks... Yes, in 10.4.3, and it works in every app. It's a standard USB Audio device, using the USB audio drivers that come with the OS.

I use it nearly every day. No problems at all.

Quote: Originally Posted by ZOKROX The curves show that the DT880 has a more extended low frequency and is brighter than the DT250. The DT250 is more forgiving with poor recordings and low end system electronics. First of all, the frequency response curves you cited for the...

You don't just gain portability; the DT250-250 is closed. If you're going to be using them in a noisy environment, this is an essential feature. I have both. When it comes to sound quality, it's no contest at all: DT880. But if sound quality is your more important criterion, there's open cans...

Here's a few I haven't seen mentioned:Caetano Veloso — Transa. Caetano Veloso is of course one of Brazil's most famous and popular musicians, and this one is my favorite album of his. Trio Mocotó — Samba Rock. Not really rock, but this is one hell of a groovy album. (Beware: their recently...

Quote: Originally Posted by markl Baaba Maal-- Missing You Buena Vista Social Club Orchestra Baobab-- Speciailist In All Styles All 3 are also awesome recordings to boot, Buena Vista a real reference disc. The Baobab disc was done by the same people, so it too is eerily good...

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Quote: Originally Posted by The Monkey hmm, I got mine used, but I would think that 30 - 50 hours would be ok for the 250-250. But even out of the box, I don't know if they should be bass shy. What's your source, amp, etc.? Porta Corda MkIII USB.

Does anybody know the burn-in period and behavior of the DT250-250? I got a pair recently for the office, and I'm finding them a bit treble-heavy and bass-shy, which doesn't quite match with the descriptions I hear. (The treble's not harsh, though; it's just that the balance isn't quite right...)

I bought my DT880 from B&H. I've also bought photography equipment and supplies from them many times. They're a good retailer, but yes, remember the return policy.

I'm gonna rant now, but I'm very wary of cyclists who see themselves in the model of recreational runners or walkers, and therefore, conclude that just like those people do, cyclists should also wear headphones. Personally, I'd rather prefer you not listen to music (or otherwise impair your...

Quote: Originally Posted by Ikon The solution is simple: get yourself a nice pair of low-impedance cans for portable use. Try the Senn HD555/595 or the Beyer DT860, if you want something Hi-Fi for your iPod. Yeah, those Senns would certainly be a good alternative for that...

There's two "teams" when it comes to amps for the 880: (a) people who are happy with their sound out of solid-state amps, and (b) people who really think they should be used with tubes. I'm yet another of those EarMax (Pro) + DT880 people, FWIW. I had a Meier Corda HA-2 before that, and I...

You might be putting the cart before the horse. I think the most productive way to go about this is first to decide on one of the headphones, and only after that, decide on a synergistic amp.

You know, choosing between one high-end full-size open headphone and an in-ear monitor is a pretty weird choice. There's some really simple criteria that would clinch the decision: (a) do you want or need the isolation and portability that the Shure provides? or, (b) do you prefer the comfort of...

Quote: Originally Posted by Ferbose On the other hand, I try to stay away from mindless compilations like Greatest Hits of XXX or The Difinitive XXX because bits and pieces of music stuffed into one CD does not make much sense musically. It is hard to enjoy such mega compilations. Of...

Quote: Originally Posted by binkgle unless the above is in old french, i which case ignore what i'm saying.... Deal...