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Quote: Thanks for the approval. I needed that. 

Quote: Thank you for your reply, hodgjy. It seems whenever I get close to deciding on an amp after researching on this forum some one throws negative reasoning into the mix. I have pretty much narrowed my search down to the Asgard and the Matrix M Stage at this point. You may have just sold...

I'm considering buying an Asgard to hook up between my cdp (Onkyo C-7030) and my hp's (HD-598 and SR-60i) using stock cables. Would I be happy with this setup or should I be considering something else? Does the Asgard compliment the HD-598's wide soundstage? Any advice would be much appreciated...

Quote: Thanks john57. The link was helpful and I will try to hook up with the folks in the amp forum. Thanks again.

This thread is the reason I happily own a pair of HD-598's today and now I am seeking advice on an appropriate amp to connect to my cdp. I won't be using the amp with a computer or a portable device. I've been considering a few amps such as the Matrix M Stage, Schiit Asgard, etc. but, for...

Quote: Thank you for taking the time to explain this to me. The model receiver (HR-752) that I've been considering was manufactured for only a short time ('88-'91 I believe). I would really prefer a receiver over a dedicated hp amp to use with my hp's. I suppose I should consider a 70's...

Quote: I would be using both the SR60i and HD598 cans. Thanks for responding.

Quote: Thank you for the response, wotts. The Carver manual states the following regarding the hp jack: " HP impedance may be from a few ohms to several thousand ohms, although output level may vary depending on impedance. HP jack is driven by a separate internal amp designed to provide the...

Can anyone tell me if Carver receivers, specifically HR-722 and HR-752, work well or at all with hp's? I'm looking for a receiver to use with a cdp and my SR-60i's and HD-598's. I've searched the on-line manuals and found some generic impedance info which was of little help. Are the Carver...

That an audiophile forum is actually needed so misconceptions can be widely and wildly heaped upon the uninformed masses...but why mess with a good thing? A very good thread.

Quote: Is your E09K still functioning well for you? I've been thinking about buying this to go with a cd player and my hp's (Senn HD598 & Grado SRI60i). Do you think this setup would function well?

Quote: $75 at half.com as well.

Quote: Speaking of full sized CDP's can you recommend an amp/receiver etc. for a full sized CDP and a HD598 setup? Speakers are not a consideration for this setup right now.

Quote: You're right, 5 ohms might be cutting it close. Might be worth a try, though.   Thanks.

Quote: Is the  "...designed for >2 ohm amps" pretty much a strict guideline to adhere to or could a >5 ohm amp like the Matrix M Stage work well with the HD598's and other Senns? 

Quote: Does the "older recordings" portion of your statement apply to the HD598's, as well? I've been considering buying the HD598's because I understand the soundstage is above average. I listen to a lot of the older rock, pop, r&b '50's-'60's music and was wondering if maybe I'm...

Quote: Thank you.

Quote: I'm so old school with this stuff I find myself getting hopelessly lost trying to follow today's jargon concerning it all. I just want to play and enjoy my music on a component system. As for the music itself I listen mostly to 50's, 60's, and 70's rock, r&b, pop and country reissues...

Quote: Thanks Headstar. Since your the OP let me pick your brain, if you don't mind. I'm not interested in using these with my computer, but I do intend to use them with a mini system and, hopefully, a stereo receiver such as the Yamaha r-s300 or 500. I really don't know anything about...

Quote: I was hoping it wouldn't be needed. I'm replacing a pair of sr60's that served me well until the left channel went out. The hd598's seem to be a suitable replacement for me. Thanks for your response.

Quote: Most of what I have read concerning these hp's has led me to believe they are, as you say, good from the word go. I wouldn't be interested in buying something I would have to perform surgery on to achieve a sound I believed existed naturally. I'm replacing a pair of sr60's that lost...

Quote: Is recableing really necessary with these 598's? I'm currently leaning towards buying a pair of these cans but if I have to recable them so they will sound good I will look elsewhere as I am completely inept when it comes to tinkering. I've seen other posters mentioning recableing to...

Quote: I'm going back to the drawing board. I've discovered I need to do a lot more research before making any decisions as to what components i can marry together to form my next system. I think it is time I ended this thread. Thanks again for your help.

Quote: I finally figured out how to respond using the quote tab. I told you I was a bonehead. I've done some more searching and am wondering if the Sony stereo receiver str-dh130 and the Onkyo cd player c-7030 might be a decent match for the hd598's? The two non-hp items total less than...