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  1. JD1993

    Good DAC pairings with Woo Audio WA7?

    I'm looking for DAC recommendations to pair up with my Woo Audio WA7! I've been using the built-in DAC since I've gotten it, but now that I'm able to upgrade my setup and get more gear, the first thing I'd like to do is pick up a DAC! If you have a WA7 and a good DAC pairing for it, I'd love...
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    Campfire Audio IO vs. FiiO FH5 IEM comparison?

    I'm trying to find a good set of IEMs for around the $300 mark. I'm curious if anyone has had both the Campfire Audio IO and the FiiO FH5 who's willing to share their impressions of both? I.E. their relative strengths and weaknesses, comfort, fit, build quality, etc. If you have any other...
  3. JD1993

    $800 Budget - Closed back, portable and comfortable for office use and travel

    Hi! I'm looking for recommendations for some comfortable closed-back headphones I can take around with me to use in an office setting or just for traveling in general. Ideally I'm looking for headphones around the $800 mark. I'm looking for a pair that provides great isolation while still...
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    Noble Audio Savant Bass Response

    I'm very tempted to buy the Noble Audio Savants, but from reading the reviews, I'm worried they might not have enough bass for me. Up to this point, I used the ultimate ears UE 900s, but they just broke on me. Has anyone used both the Savant and the UE900s? How is the Savant's bass response...
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    Noble Audio Savant (Wizard) vs. Campfire Audio Lyra

    I'm in the market for new IEMs that I can use both with my Woo Audio WA7 and my iPhone 6. For sound signature, I prefer an open and spacious sound stage (as open as they can get). I'd like for bass, mids and treble to be equally represented, and for the sound to be detailed and engaging. I...
  6. JD1993

    Best universal IEMs for $700 or less?

    My UE900s just broke and I can't get them replaced since they've been discontinued. I'm now on the market to find a new pair of universal IEMs that I can use wherever. I'd prefer a neutral sound with nothing being too bassy.  Thanks a lot!
  7. JD1993

    Closed-back portable headphones for at or under $600?

    I'm looking for a pair of closed-back headphones that I'll be able to take out and around with me. My current at-home headphones are the Audeze LCD-2s. I'd like to find a pair of closed back headphones with similar characteristics/sound if at all possible. Thanks!
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    Oppo PM-3 vs Audeze EL-8

    I want to find a pair of closed back headphones that I can use outside. I currently use the Audeze LCD-2s for when I'm at home. I listen to a lot of blues, blues-rock, rock, easy listening, jazz, classical, etc. Pretty much anything except EDM, rap, and country. I typically lean towards...
  9. JD1993

    Are the AKG K7XX a good replacement for the Beyerdynamic T90s?

    My T90s are on their way out, and I'm looking for a replacement. Are the K7XX's a good replacement for them? Would there be a big drop/gain in overall quality? Any other recommendations?    Thanks!
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    Audeze EL-8 - Any places to try these out in NYC?

    Is there anywhere in NYC where I can try out the new Audeze EL-8 closed-backs? I'm planning on buying them but I don't want to drop $700 without giving them a listen first. Thanks!
  11. JD1993

    Schiit Lyr vs. Little Dot MK III for the Beyerdynamic T90s.

    I've been trying to decide between these two tube amps for my T90s. In your opinion, which of these is the better match? If there are other tube amps in their price range, then I'd be interested in hearing about those as well.
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    Amps for the Beyerdynamic T90s (~$300)

    I recently purchased a pair of Beyerdynamic T90s and have been absolutely amazed by them. However, I have found them to be too bright, harsh, and missing warmth and body. I am currently pairing them with the Schiit Asgard 2, which I originally got for my Mad Dogs, and have not been so happy with...
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    Looking for an around $300 setup that can run the Mad Dogs w/ Alpha Pads

    I'm in love with these headphones and would like to be able to use them around the house or in the car. Do you have any recommendations for a ~$300 portable set up? I would prefer it to be either a portable DAC/Amp + Music player or just a music player. Thanks!
  14. JD1993

    FiiO X3 / X5 with the Mad Dogs.

    Has anyone had any experience with the Mad Dogs paired with either the X3 or X5? Are either of them able to sufficiently power the Mad Dogs? Thanks a lot!
  15. JD1993

    Beyerdynamic DT-990 250 OHM vs 250 OHM Pros?

    On Amazon the DT-990 250 Ohms are $429, while the 250 OHM Pros are $300. This is a bit confusing to me. Can anyone clarify why there's such a big price difference, and if that really means anything? Thanks.
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    DT 990s and the Schiit Asgard 2?

    Due to the recent price drop of the DT-990 250 ohm Pros, I am seriously considering picking up a pair. However, I have no way of knowing how good it will sound on my setup, as I have only ever listened to them at a meet. Can anyone tell me a bit about how it sounds with the Schiit Asgard 2? Thanks!
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    ~$200-$300 DACs to go along with the Schiit Asgard 2

    I've been looking at the Schiit Asgard 2 for my Mad Dogs w/ Alpha Pads, and I need a nice DAC that can plug into my computer via USB. I looked at the Bifrost, but apparently it didn't come with USB, and is a bit too expensive. Are there any other DACs that I could use in the place of the Bifrost...
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    Desktop DAC/AMP Combos for the Mad Dogs w/ Alpha Pads?

    I've been using the FiiO E09K/E17 with my Mad Dogs w/ Alpha Pads and it sounds good, but I know that I can do better if I am willing to spend a bit more. For now, let's say my budget is $500 or less. What can you recommend for an amplifier and a DAC? Also, size is a bit of a constraint seeing as...
  19. JD1993

    Schiit amps for the Mad Dogs W/ Alpha Pads

    For the past month or so I've been planning to buy the Schiit Valhalla and the Bifrost. However, a friend informed me on how they didn't sound much different from the Magni and Modi, with the Mad Dogs. Is this really true? If not, which one is better? 
  20. JD1993

    Samsung Galaxy S4 compatible portable DAC/AMPs?

    So I recently got a Samsung Galaxy S4 and I want to start using it for music instead of bringing along my iPod Video Classic. However, the headphones/IEMs I use for portable listening are the HiFiMAN RE-262s and the Mad Dogs w/ Alpha Pads. Both of which are not necessarily easy headphones to...
  21. JD1993

    HiFiMAN HE-400 Comfort mods?

    I LOVE  my HiFiMAN HE-400's too death, but they're just so uncomfortable! I can barely wear them for more than an hour before experiencing some really annoying pressure and pain issues. The weight, and lack of padding is just horrendous. Anyone have any comfort mods on these headphones? Also...
  22. JD1993

    HiFiMAN HE 400 & Mad Dogs w/ Alpha Pads

    I'd like to preface this by saying that i already have the HiFiMAN HE 400's. I need a pair of headphones that I can take outside with some good isolation. However, I don't want to lose much audio quality by going portable. I have a FiiO E17 for portable use, so amping shouldn't be a problem...
  23. JD1993

    Audio Technica AT-2020 vs. Zoom H2N vs MXL 990

    I need to get a microphone that I will be using with my computer. It would be mainly for Skype calls, Recording, and Streaming. Yes, I know that the MXL 990 or the Zoom H2N don't plug directly in via USB. I would get the accessory kit for the H2N and a Blue Icicle with all the necessary parts...
  24. JD1993

    Closed type over eared headphones equal to HiFiman HE-400's?

    What are some closed back, over eared headphones that sound similar to the HiFiman HE-400's without being ridiculously more expensive?
  25. JD1993

    Good ~$200 2.1 desktop speaker system?

    I am in desperate need of a 2.1 speakers system because I no longer have speakers on my computer. I'm looking for a nice pair at around $200. I'd prefer them not to be logitech because those were my last speakers and I didn't really like them. Any recommendations? Thanks.     EDIT: It has...
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