For whatever reason, the Kameleon fails to be popular on head-fi. If you're looking for info and feedback, the DIY audio heaven website is filled with Kameleon users and lots of reviews. The designer is on there frequently and is willing to offer very honest advice. Also, just as a heads up...

I've loved my 400i and now I need an upgrade. If these sound anything like the HEK or HEX, they're gonna be winners.

Worst headphone I've ever owned! For $5 more, the 1more single driver is 10x the headphone. I've owned most of the Xiaomi and most of the 1more IEMs. In order of best to worst: 1more triple, 1more single, Piston 3's, Piston 2's, 1more double, 1more Bluetooth, Xiaomi Hybrids.

Also, any news on RE-2000?

No news yet? Is it on display at CES? Anybody hear it yet?

The triples! I bought both and I'd say the triples are worth 10x the price. I find the triples a great deal at their $100 msrp. I find the doubles a rip off at $50. I actually like my single more than the double, and I've seen them on sale under $20. Also, the cord tangles but it's fabric...

You're talking about the rods right? Honestly, I think the chalkboard paint will peel. Powder coating is fairly durable (and used by ZMF). You can consider anodizing (are they aluminum or steel?) or plating (nickel, chrome, gold, etc.). For straight up options and ease of application, it's hard...

I just went back and reread this old article from Headfonics: http://headfonics.com/2014/08/12-flagship-headphones-compared-the-totl-guide/12/ According to Michael the Alphas sound best with a 2+ watt amp with a warm signature. This pretty much narrows your list down to the Ember. (I can't find...

Amp choice is kinda personal and everyone will have a different answer. They'll all be correct. Personally: Considering sound only: Torpedo>Ember>Valhalla>Gustard>Asgard. Disclaimer: I've never heard a gustard though, so I'm going straight off secondhand accounts. Things to consider...

Regardless of the type of primer and paint, you'll need a really nice surface to start. I'd definitely acetone the outside. Acetone, sand fairly well through about 400, hi lift primer, wet sand primer, more primer, wet sand, more primer, paint 5-6 coats, wet sand, 1 more paint layer, 3-4 clear...

The first pair!   Couple questions: 1. Do you have a materials list? 2. Any surprise expenses? 3. Any special equipment needed? I have a soldering gun, 3D printer, and basic tools (pliers, scissors, knives, screwdrivers, etc.)    I'm just worried because for me, DIY tends to run about 10x...

It's been a couple weeks. Has anybody finished theirs yet? I'm hoping to get some measurements.

More power:   http://garage1217.com/garage1217_diy_tube_headphone_amplifiers_004.htm   2.4 watts. Enough power for HE-6's. Likewise, it is one of the best sounding amps I've ever heard. It has different settings, so you can use it on your IEM's if so desired. If it's a bit overkill, G1217...

I agree with Griffith and the Chinese IEM's. You're going to be limited in the under $30 range.   I originally started with: 1. Xiaomi Piston 2's, 2. moved to Piston 3's (a slight downgrade), 3. then Xiaomi Mi Hybrid (a big downgrade. The worst IEM of this group). 4. Afterwards I moved to...

I've had my wife try quite a few headphones. She doesn't do in ears, so they are ruled out. Her favorites have been the Oppo PM-3's and Sennheiser 598's. They're both relatively light and comfortable. The 598's are open, but they have a new closed back version, the 598cs. The 569's are very...

For warmth you want 598's. If they have to be closed, the 598cs might be a possibility, though I haven't heard them yet. Maybe the 569's might be worth looking into as well. Lastly, a pricier option like the Beyer 770's or Oppo PM-3's might be ideal. (I don't know what the PM-3s run outside the...

Start with Sennheisers. The durability and sound are above all others in their price category. My 598's have been excellent. They are 10x the headphones my monoprices are. Find the best Sennheiser that you can find on sale for your budget. It's possible to get 598's in the 90's but you'll...

I highly doubt you'll beat the $249 that they're selling for today. I believe today is their last day of the sale. http://www.ttvjaudio.com/mobile/Category.aspx?id=1821&page=2 Or https://www.razordogaudio.com/collections/hifiman-holiday-sale

Has anybody heard what is going on with Amazon and their HD598CS deal? I don't want to miss other headphones because I'm waiting for a phantom deal. A B-stock Sine is only $350 today.

I'm wondering the same thing. I need a cheap closed headphone for late night Netflix binges. I was planning on picking up the 598cs because I like my 598se, but the Beyers have me questioning that.

1. Given a straight up choice, go ABS. You'll get a better finish & it's a little more durable. Plus PLA will melt if you accidentally leave these in a hot car. 2. If you're on a very tight budget, hard wire them straight to the driver. But...you need to modify the opening before you print it...

I wish you would've told me that 6 months ago. I made some fenders for a PWD car out of PLA. I used a dremel to get it close. Then hand sanded, primed, sanded, primed, over and over. I probably have 2-3 hours on just one fender. It worked and looked good, but I think epoxy would be 10x easier...

The back door to etymotic: http://www.etymotic.com/support/out-of-warranty-and-special-purchase-options will work on most er4's except the XR & SR. Send in a cheap kids pair and get a discount on an expensive pair. They're a little too wise to allow the XR in that deal. They have a discount...

A few requests for the community 1. If a builder would post a supplies and tools list, that'd be great. I can make a rough list from the original instructions, but I know I'd miss stuff without actually having built the headphones. 2. If somebody who builds this could also post a price list...