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Hi All, My current set-up is as follows: Streaming services -> offline mode -> iPhone -> Ifi Hip Dac - HD6XX / HE4XX This set-up gives me great sound + plenty of power + an incredible bass boost option. -- Truth is, I'm tired of stacking phone + HipDac and I want a more elegant solution...

👉 NOTE: Mojo 2 was released on January 31, 2022. 👉 To jump to the release moment in this thread go to page 95. 👉 Link to page 95 here: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/chord-mojo-2-thread.885405/page-95 Hi Guys, How long ago was the Chord Mojo released? The Hugo 2 is out now. Any idea on...

Currently powering my HD 600's via iPhone + Fiio Q1 MKII. Plenty of volume for my needs. In search of better sound, I've ordered a Magni 3. Can I run line-out from my iPhone/Q1 into the Magni 3? What cord would I need?

I'm quite sensitive to too much volume, too much treble & high-end frequencies (as such, I listen at relatively low volumes). I'm on a quest to achieve my "end-game" set-up, which will ultimately have to be a very "non-fatiguing" set-up. My current set-up is as follows: Tidal offline (aka...

I listen with HD 600's. I listen at relatively low volumes. I'm quite sensitive to higher frequencies, sibilance, etc. I'm easily fatigued by anything too "bright". I understand that listening to quality music files is an important first step in eliminating this issue. I also understand...

I listen with HD 600's. I listen at relatively low volumes. Wondering which device will be better at low volumes? I've read that the iFi Micro iDSD Black Label has channel imbalance at low volumes... Is this true? If so, this could be a deal-breaker for me.

My current set-up is as follows: iPhone/Macbook -> Fiio Q1 -> HD600 I have a budget of approx $400 - $700 CDN, and am considering one of the following two options: Upgrade my Fiio Q1 to a Fiio Q5 (soon to be released), a Chord Mojo, or an ifi Black Label. Keep the Fiio Q1, and instead...

I currently own a pair of HD 600's, and am wondering if there's a somewhat comparable closed-back headphone that will will allow me to hear more detail at a lower volume listening level? The HD600's sound great, but I get the impression that they don't truly start to shine until the volume gets...

I want to use my HD 600's to compare a few different amp/dac set-ups, and I need you guys to recommend a good A/B switcher for doing this!

The x5iii doesn't have a "bass boost" option.   Is it possible to achieve the same result as Fiio's typical "bass boost" feature (as seen with the Q1, A5, etc) by playing with the equalizer feature on the x5iii?   My current set-up is as follows: iPhone 6s  ->  Fiio Q1  ->  HD600   I...

Hi Guys,   Take a look at the attached picture.   My iPhone is no longer playing nice with my Fiio Q1.     As you can see, I'm connecting the two devices like this: iPhone 6s   ->   Lightning to USB Camera Adapter   ->   USB 2.0-Micro-USB to USB Cable   ->   Fiio Q1   ​Up until a few...

I've been thinking about getting a pair of X2's for awhile now, but was a bit put-off by the claims of quality control issues after they were bought by Gibson.   Well, it looks like Gibson is about to address these issues by releasing an updated version of the headphone - the X2HR (HR = "High...

I currently have the Sennheiser HD600's, and I'm wanting to add another set of headphones to my collection (something a bit different).     A few things to note   1.  I'm sensitive to treble and higher frequencies.  I recently auditioned the Grado SR-325E and the Byerdynamic DT 1990 Pro...

Hi All,   I'm thinking of getting a new cable for my HD600's, and am wondering if anyone here can offer their opinions on it?   It's made by "New Fantasia".   For reference, here's the link...

Which has more bass, the Sennheiser HD 600 or the Hifiman HE400S?   My set-up is as follows:   iPhone 6S  ->  Fiio Q1  ->  Sennheiser HD600's   I don't listen at loud volumes. I find myself using the Q1's bass boost almost all the time, as there's very little bass without it. I don't feel...

Hi Guys,   My set-up is as follows:   iPhone 6S  ->  Fiio Q1  ->  Sennheiser HD600's   I don't listen at loud volumes. I find myself using the Q1's bass boost almost all the time, as there's very little bass without it. I don't feel like the bass boost muddies the sound, or anything...

Will I hear much of a difference between the HD598 and the HD600/650 if I only listen at low (to moderate) volumes?   Is it worth spending the extra $$$ for the HD600/650?

Hi Guys,   I'm wondering which of these is best for listening at low volumes? (and would your answer be the same for moderate volumes)?   Fidelio X2 Sennheiser HD600/650 HiFiMan HE400s   Listening mostly to rock, art-rock, etc (albums from the 1960's - the present).   Listening to some...

I'm talking about the actual build & feel of the headphones.   Which ones feel the most open (as opposed to closed & isolating)? In other words, which ones let in/out the most sound?   My ears get fatigued from phones that are closed, and I'm looking for ones that feel very open.

HD600 vs HD650:  Which is easier to drive?     From what I've read on the forums, the HD650 is pickier when it comes to amps.  Is this true?

Which is less fatiguing:  HD 600 vs HD650?

HD598 versus AKG K240? For those of you that own both, or have heard both, what are your thoughts?

Here in Canada: the HiFiMan 400S  =  $465.00 (taxes included) the HD650 + DragonFly Red  =  $1,035.00 (taxes included)   From what I've read, the 400S can be driven just be my iPhone 6S, whereas the HD650 needs an amp (this is where the DFR comes in).   Comparing these 2 options, is it...

Hi Guys,   I listen to my music at relatively low volumes (I have a bit of sound sensitivity and my ears get fatigued quicker than the average listener).   From what I've read, the HiFiMan 400s has a more present & less laid-back bottom-end (with the hifiman focus pads or the brainwavz pads)...