I will state that from the IEMs I own/have owned I generally prefer dynamic drivers to balanced armatures for metal. Make sure you know what you're getting into before spending lots on the Westones or UEs.

I actually just sold my 4.Ais because I thought they weren't good with metal. Then again I don't listen to exactly the same stuff you do. I'm more into thrash/speed and older heavy metal, so that's something to keep in mind. To me the Heirs got kind of stressed with fast music and really did...

Quote:   I had the MTPCs for a while but sold them when I got the JVCs. I didn't compare them that much to each other, but to me the main difference was that the Monsters just sounded a bit muddy after using the JVCs. Like that infamous veil had been placed over the music removing some...

I got my pair yesterday and to me these are the real deal. IMO they make a great showing next to my other IEMs like the FX700s, Heir 4.Ais et. al. Not saying they're "better" or "worse" than those 'phones, just saying I can enjoy the MH1Cs on the same level. Also, they are really comfortable in...

Quote: Well, I've had my IE8i cable for a few years (ordered it back when this thread was started actually) and it still works fine after many hours of listening and many times of being put in my coat pocket. Of course, my IEM cables never seem to break unlike those of many others, so YMMV...

I remember a few of the names in this thread...   I've been around through the years, but other things have taken my time for the most part so there hasn't been much posting. Never lost my interest in good reproduction of good music though, and IEMs are something I just can't get enough of...

Thanks! Don't know why it didn't show up for me when searching...

I can't find one of these on eBay. Could someone please post a link to a seller? Thanks!

I will answer my own question I suppose. A Galaxy SIII (stock ICS firmware with latest update) with a USB/DAC upon receiving a phone call will pause the music and allow you to answer the call using the standard earpiece and mic on the phone. When the call ends the music resumes. For me that is...

Yep, that's correct. Surely someone here must know?

Quick question for anyone using a USB DAC/amp with their phone (specifically a Galaxy SIII I suppose): what happens when you're listening and the phone rings? Are you able to answer the call? Is the call audio routed to the front or rear speaker of the phone? Is the standard microphone...

Quote: Originally Posted by infinitesymphony As you have hinted, the real reason for variable output is to use the DAC1 as a preamplifier to feed a power amplifier (either in active monitors or a standalone amp). Calibrated mode essentially turns the DAC1 into a normal source, with an...

I just bought a DAC1 (non-USB) from a fellow member here at head-fi. It will be used between my laptop and my speaker system which consists of a Densen B110 amplifier and a pair of Monitor Audio RS6 speakers. Now, I have read most of this thread, and the issue has been touched upon to some...

For the last two years my source has been a modded E-MU 0404 (with an AD8620 op-amp and something else too, I don't remember) as my source for music listening. It's fine, but I've been thinking of an upgrade lately. Reading around here pointed me in the direction of the Mhdt DACs in general and...

Maybe I'll pick one up and get a step-down then. At that price I can't really lose. Anyone know how it would compare to a modded E-mu 0404?

What kind of PSU does the Number Cruncher come with? Would it be possible for me as a european to use it with 220V in some way?

I have both, and at the moment I prefer the UM2s. The bass is very detailed to my ears, and the relative lack of highs makes them less fatiguing in the long run. Having owned ER4s for several years I thought they were the best the canal phone world had to offer at a reasonable price, but after...

Quote: Originally Posted by Karlosak If I'm not wrong "Wish You Were Here" should be now in the works for multichannel treatment and SACD release. "Animals" should come next too, both in year 2005. There wasn't much talk recently, however you can see some details in these two older...

Why have they just released DSOTM? I'd love to hear Animals or Wish You Were Here on hi-rez. Anything in the works perhaps?

Any other recommendations for semi-cheap universal players that would be a step up from my current equipment? Yamaha S1500? H/K DVD31?

I have a chance to get this player at a great price as an upgrade from my Sony SCD222ES. Is it worth it? Does it sound better on redbook?

The part about holding them just right is strange, if I spin the cord between my fingers back and forth the sound will cut out and then come back as the cable spins. It's as if there's some loose connection, but there really can't be one seeing as the cables are never pulled or handled without...

That does sound like a reasonable explanation. How often does such a thing happen though? The drivers can't be totally broken either, 'cause if I find just the right position for the cord and hold it absolutely still they sound as usual (both pairs).

I would've believed bad luck if I hadn't had the same exact problem with the Etys as with the Shures. That just doesn't happen.

I've had this player since early summer and used it quite a bit. Then a while ago the Shure E2s I had bought started cutting out on the right channel when the cable was moved around/twisted, I thought I just had bad luck with the Shures and switched over to my Etymotic ER4Ps instead. Then today...