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IEM carrying case also protecting the tips ?
Hello Since the Xelastec tips are sensible to prolonged pressure, I am searching an IEM carrying case that not only protects my precious IEMs, but also prevents any pressure on the tips... Any experience ?- XP_98
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- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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Hiby WH2 compatible tips
I wanted to create this thread because : - stock WH2 don't give - at least for me - a good seal, and and lack bass - unfortunately most common tips don't fit into the Hiby charging box and prevent the IEMs from charging :frowning2: So what tips did you try, and in which size, that work good for...- XP_98
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Bluetooth cable for earbuds (0.78 pin) recommandation
Hello I am looking for a decent Bluetooth cable that I plan to use with my Monk Omega Edition (0.78 pin) earbuds. So it should be without earhook. Any recommendations ?- XP_98
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[thread to delete, I could not find how to do it...]- XP_98
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2,5 mm DC connector : what IEM brands use this ?
Can someone tell what IEM brands use this type of 2,5mm DC connectors for removable cable ? Seen on "Blue ever Blue 2000EX" (connector bottom right) :- XP_98
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Old FiiO X5-1 vs X1-2 vs Hidizs AP60
Which one has the best sound quality ? To pair with FiiO EX-1 IEMs.- XP_98
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Buying a non balanced headphone amp, still a good idea in 2017 ?
Hello I plan to buy a better headphone amp (I've got the Micromega Myzik) to drive my AKG Q701 (63 ohms), but more, I want to prepare future, planning afterwards to upgrade next year my headphones (expected budget : about 1200 USD / 1000 euros). As source, I will use my Plenue 2. My budget is...- XP_98
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Buying a non balanced headphone amp, still a good idea in 2017 ?
Hello I plan to buy a better headphone amp (I've got the Micromega Myzik) to drive my AKG Q701 (63 ohms), but more, I want to prepare future, planning afterwards to upgrade next year my headphones (expected budget : about 1200 USD / 1000 euros). As source, I will use my Plenue 2. My budget is...- XP_98
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- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Best with togo 334 balanced : hm901U, plenue S or 2, Qp2r, or X7 II ?
Title says everything... :) What would be the dream combo with my Fitear Togo334 ? New Hm901U, new Cowon P2, new Qp2r, new FiiO X7 II ? If possible, but not a no go, I would like to be able to drive my AKG Q701, or another good headphone. What would your advice be ?- XP_98
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Campfire Andromeda, Fitear TG334, Shure 846 or Earsonics SEM9 ?...
After upgrading my previous budget to 1250 euros / 1400 USD, I start a new thread... Those two seem to fit to my needs : - real improvement vs my Er4p (I'm not necessary searching the same chirurgical sound signature) and Nad hp50 - good combo with my FiiO X5 + E12 - best for classical...- XP_98
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Westone UM Pro 50 and Sennheiser IE800 still best in class ?
These 2 IEMs are at the upper limit of my budget, and seem to fit to my needs : - real improvement vs my Er4p and Nad hp50 - good combo with my X5 - best for classical, acoustic, vocals - good soundstage But are there - in the same price class or below - newer alternatives I should also...- XP_98
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Searching a Wow effect : a lot of questions...
Hello everybody I really need some advice as I ask myself a lot of questions about upgrading my gear… · What I have (as written in my signature) : FiiO X5 1rst generation + FiiO E12 [edit, not E17] headphone amp Etymotics Er4-p NAD HP50 Micromega Myzik headphone amp + AKG Q701 ·...- XP_98
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Hard carrying case for NAD Viso HP50 ?
Hello Does anybody know if there is a hard carrying case that fits for the NAD Viso HP50 and his headband's special form factor? As this model is not so common, I can't find any picture showing those headphones inside a case...- XP_98
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Etymotic MC2 filters : ER38-50MC, différent from ER-4 ER38-50 filters ?
Hi all does anybody know if the filters for the Etymotic MC-2 (ER38-50MC on Etymotic's website) are different from ER-4 filters (ER38-50) ? They look the same, but can they be switched ? Or must I buy two different filters ?- XP_98
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340 € budget : Q701 or K701/702 + headphones amp ?
Hello can you please help me to choose : I need to replace my old Beyerdynamics DT-911. I have a budget of maximum 340 euros. My gear : Marantz PM-50 amplifier, Marantz CD-60 CD player. I do not plan to use this headphones with portable gear (for this I have Etymotics ERP-4...- XP_98
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Any trick to avoid ER4-p's microphonics ?
If you have the Etymotics ER4-p headphones, and are like me annoyed by the "microphonics" produced by the cable, and have found some trick to avoid it... could you please tell it ? Or even show it ? Thank you in advance- XP_98
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VAIO pocket discharging at rest
Hello Did anybody find a way to prevent the VAIO pocket from discharching at rest (after about 5 days outsitde his craddle) ?- XP_98
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Strong carrying case for ER4-p
Hello I've ordered my pair of ER4-p and wait for them... I've red that the included zipped carrying case is not very good, and I wonder what others do use ? I find my E3's carrying case very solid (and stylish too). Does the ER4 fit to it ? If not, do they fit to the E5's carrying case...- XP_98
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Carrying case for the sony VAIO pocket ?
I'm looking for a good (and not too expensive) case that fits to the sony VAIO pocket and offers good protection. Does it exist ? Where can I find it ?- XP_98
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- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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VAIO pocket vs Zen Touch
Who could compare both ? Which has the best sound quality ? Thank you for helping me to choose- XP_98
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- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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VAIO pocket output specs ?
I couldn't find anywhere the specs of the output power (headphones output) of the VAIO pocket. Does anybody know ?- XP_98
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Using E5s unamped ?
I plan bying a sony VAIO, and maybe add a new pair of Shure E5 (although I'm very happy with my E3, I want to go further) or maybe E4 (waiting for release and review). Is it possible to use them unamped without loss of sound quality ? I couldn't find the headphone output specs of the VAIO...- XP_98
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Sony NW-HD1 vs Sony VAIO Pocket
After reading that the NW-HD1 has a better sound than the NW-HD3, I wonder how it compares to the VAIO pocket (especially the sound quality) ? Could anybody try them both ?- XP_98
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Best sound quality (MP3 player with HD)
Among the newest MP3 player with HD : sony VAIO pocket, sony NW-HD3, archos AV420, gmini XS200, Iriver H320/H340, Rio Karma (even if not new), Zen Touch, wich one has the best sound quality ?- XP_98
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Rio Karma and Beyer DT911 : worth to use a portable amp ?
I've got a pair of shure E3 and a Beyerdynamics DT911. I plan to buy a Rio Karma (seems to have to best sound among portable players). Is it worthy to add a portable amp (and if yes, which would you recommand, at what price ?) to a Karma, to use it sometimes with the Beyer DT911 ?- XP_98
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- Forum: Headphones (full-size)