I just recently got both the HD650 and HE500.  The HE500 has much clearer sound but small sound stage.   After owning them for a week,  I prefer the sound the HD650.  It's just sound better.   It is more addicting and it makes me want to listen more.  The sound of the HE500 is clear but  without...

I love my HD598.  It is still very good compare to the HD650 and HE500.  And it can run on anything.  No need dedicated amps.

I tried the Vali + Bifrost VS Lyr (Orange Globe) + Bifrost.   The Vali's sound is not clear.   The sound on the Lyr is very clear.  It is night and day different.  I'm sending my Vali back to Amazon.   

My HE500 + Lyr (Tungsgram ECC85)  is an excellent match.  The Lyr has plenty of power to drive it.   Everything is very clear even with low quality recording.

Hopefully they ship the orders for the people that ordered.   Too bad I wasn't online at that time to purchase.  I love my HD800.  The sound is superior to the HD650 and HE500  that I have.  The imaging and soundstage is unbeatable.

Hi, any very warm laid back tube for the Lyr?   I don't like bright sounds.

My Bifrost Uber just arrived today and I'm listening to the Lyr + Bifrost Uber Combo.  The sound is just too bright.  Yesterday, I tried the Fiio E17 DAC + Lyr (tungsgram ecc85) and the sound was just right and is really good and musical.      Update:  I think I found the answer.  The Lyr...

    Thanks  I just ordered it.

  Thanks, I just ordered the Vali through Amazon Prime.  It will be here very quick.  I'm using the HD800 with the Lyr + E17 DAC right now and the sound is really good already.  

  Should I keep the Lyr or are there better amps?  I don't want to spend too much money.  I don't care if its tube or ss.  As long as the sound is great.

I'm the new owner of the HD800.  It just arrived today from Amazon.   I also ordered the He500 and its coming this week.  I'm in the trial period with the Lyr (in possession) + Bifrost Uber (coming friday.)   I may keep both headphones He500 and HD800 if I really like both of them. Can you guys...

I'm joining the He500 Club very soon.  I have the HP coming from Razordog next week.  Also the Lyr + Bifrost Uber coming from schiit next week too.  

I just got the hd650 HP.  which would sound better? fiio e09k w/ e17 or the magni and modi?  I care most is the sound.  Thanks

I have the HD650 HP.  I'm looking to get the schiit amps and dac.   What do you think is best?  The Lyr + Modi  (total $600)  OR Asgard 2 + Bifrost Uber (total is $670).  Which is best?  I have around $600 to spend.  Also I will be using it with my macbook pro retina 13.  It has the toshilink...

I have my HD650 coming in the mail.  I'm looking to amp it.   I will be using the headphone with my macbook pro retina.   I'm looking at Schiit amps and dac.  Would it be good to go with Modi and Mjolnir OR Bifrost and Asgard 2 (with or without USB???  My macbook has optical out through...

I just purchased the Sony XBA1 for $52 (still within return period). But  I'm not satisfied with it.  What are other IEM  I can get?  I'm looking for good mids & highs.  Little bass is okay.

xba1 definitely.   Very clear and non fatigue sound.

I went to best buy earlier and saw the sony xba1 on clearance for $52 and I bought one.   Just letting others know about the deal.   It is very good.   I'm testing it out right now.

  Quote:   The new price is $199 on amazon.  It started today.

You can try to get the denon d2000 at J&R or ElectronicsExpo for around 200.  It is comparable or a little better than the hd598.  Plus it comes 3.5mm standard headphone jack and you don't have to use the heavy bulky adapter like on the hd598.   Also, if there are noises around you, then the...

Here are two choices for you:   HM5 ATH-A700  

You can't go wrong with either one.   They are botth good.  Just get the one thats easier to acquire.

Definitely D2000.  Awsome bass but not overwhelming.  The hd598 is great for instruments and music with emphasis on vocal.

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I received my e17 a few days ago from mp4nation.  I did the pre-order in February.  The shipping was fast, only took less than 3 days to ship from Hong Kong to the US.     At first, the sound was clear, tighter, but bright.  It was uncomfortable.  After a few days of burning in with my...