Hey nhoclesnar, For that "warm" and "rich" sound you're after, the HD650 is going to be the one you want. It has a darker, more mellow tone that lends itself well to sad pop songs. Vocals will be full and natural. They'll be no harshness anywhere in the spectrum. It presents details in a very...

Good news guys...it's working now! :) Xperia Z3 --> USB OTG --> E09K with E17 docked in 'Lo-Bypass' mode. This is what I did before, but it wasn't working. So what happened here? Why is it suddenly working now? Well, I turned on the E17/E09K before plugging it into my phone. That's literally...

Good news...it's working! :) Xperia Z3 --> USB OTG --> E09K with E17 docked in 'Lo-Bypass' mode. This is what I did before, but it wasn't working. So what happened here? Why is it suddenly working now? Well, I turned on the E17/E09K before plugging it into my phone. That's literally the only...

Thanks. I actually have no trouble using my smartphone with the E17 via USB OTG, and my phone's stock music app works just fine. What I'm trying to do is use my smartphone via USB OTG with the E17 and E09K (docked). The E17 on it's own sounds great, but the E17+E09K combo sounds excellent. I...

I've had my E17 for several months, and I finally purchased an E09K yesterday. My initial impression is that it makes my headphones sound more cohesive, full, and dynamic. The thing is, I found myself using the E17 more often with my smartphone (Sony Xperia Z3) than with my laptop because of the...

I will post in that thread now. Thanks! :)

Thanks for the post. See, that's the thing...the Z3 does work with the E17 alone (I use it daily), just not when I add the E09K to the mix. Should it work, given that I'm still using the E17 DAC? I had an E18 briefly a year ago, but returned it because, to me, it sounded too warm and congested...

I've had my E17 for several months, and I finally purchased an E09K yesterday. My initial impression is that it makes my headphones sound more cohesive, full, and dynamic. The thing is, I found myself using the E17 more often with my smartphone (Sony Xperia Z3) than with my laptop because of the...

Wow, so the Fostex is even bassier than the SE215? The Shure is already the bassiest 'phone I have, which is crazy to me considering it's an IEM. I like the bass though, especially when on the go, but I don't think I need any more. The SE215's isolation is just amazing. My main issue with the...

These headphones sound incredible out of my Sony Xperia Z3, versus my old iPhone 4S. Any idea why? Bass is deeper, fuller, more impactful. The mids are more rich. The soundstage is wider and has more depth. It sounds more detailed too. The iPhone would begin to clip with these headphones (and...

Nobody? :( Well, I purchased the SE215s last week, and I'm still not sure if I like them. Luckily I ordered them from Amazon, so they may go back. I may order the MA750 before I do that though so I can decide between the two. Still interested in the TE-05, but Amazon has them priced much...

No problem. :-) I ended up buying the HE-400 shortly after making this thread, but eventually caved and bought the HD650 a few months later. As for which one I prefer? Ahh...tough question. To my ears, they sound very different, and therefore they complement each other well. I wouldn't give...

So I just discovered these in my quest for a great pair of portables that won't break the bank, but won't leave me wanting when compared to my full-size cans. I skimmed through this entire thread. After looking at some of these impressions, is it safe to assume that the SE215 and MA750 I'm...

Amazon.ca currently has the HD650 up for $475 CAD. Not a huge deal, mind you, but the HD650 usually retails for $500-$550 CAD from what I've seen, and at least Amazon has a good return policy. Return policy or not, I'm still torn on whether it's worth the time and money. I already have the...

As a compliment to the HE-400 and HD598, which 6xx headphone would do best? HD600 or HD650? Neither? :p

So just how much am I shortchanging myself by listening to these primarily out of an iPhone 4S? Because it sounds great to me just like that. Plus it's just far more convenient to plug them into my phone, while being able to walk around the house, lay down in bed, etc. Even plugging the HE-400...

Just to be sure, you did twist the cable to lock it in place (in the earcup), correct?

Uh oh...mine are also beginning to separate (slightly) from the headband in the same spot (left side). :( They also came misaligned out of the box. Not impressed with build quality at all, and those pictures now have me even more worried. I'll be keeping an eye on the gap for sure. Purchased...

Very interesting! I ordered these earlier today, and they are coming with velour pads along with the pleather. I have the same Pioneer 519 receiver in another room, but will be using my vsx1019, laptop, and iPhone before I decide what I want in an amp (signature wise). I have the HD 598s and HD...

  Thanks for the reply!   HD598 would be the relaxed, atmospheric can to lose myself in...   HE-400 would be the energetic can for getting pumped...   Would that be accurate?         I work from home, and drive wherever I go. At the gym, I have a pair of cheap Sony buds. I don't...

Thanks for the reply!   Yeah, that's the problem. I tend to be sensitive to overly bright or piercing treble, but unfortunately I have no way of trying before buying. No returns either for the store I will be buying from (other side of the country), but they have the lowest price I've seen by...

Pretty sure I'm going with the HE-400. Lower price, an extra set of pads (velour), won't be around much longer in retail stores (400i replacement), easier to drive. And 2 votes lol! :p BUT I'm still worried about comfort, sibilance, and/or treble fatigue. Anyone else want to chime in before I...

Thanks for the reply! As of now, I use an iPhone 4S, my HP laptop, or a Pioneer receiver when listening to music. When watching shows or gaming, I use an Astro Mixamp with my PS3. I will be buying an amp and/or DAC once I choose the new headphone. That way, I can choose an amp/DAC that has...

Looking for my 4th brand new headphone in the last year, but can't decide which one. Hopefully this headphone can put a rest to my quest for more (that is, until I decide to buy some nice portables/IEMs anyway).     What I have now and what I enjoy about them:   - ATH-M50 -- sub bass...

Just like a car enthusiast has that perfect garage full of cars in his/her dreams, I'm thinking audio enthusiasts probably have the same thoughts on their guilty pleasure. I figured this would be a cool thread for a couple reasons. It may give us ideas on what headphones compliment each other...