T As I would like the Susvara because as I explore music, my time has boundaries--My experience and enjoyment should not.

Sorry but I do not. I am certainly not a professional but was a tech in an earlier life and was properly trained on how to solder. Piece of cake to re-terminate. If you are inclined you could purchase the 4-pin for about $12, a modest adjustable soldering station and solder/flux, and some...

I'll learn how to do a proper quote to Whitigir....

Something is to note that the stock Utopia cables is ideal for balanced applications such as XLR and or Pentaconn 4.4mm with the 5th pole for ground or shielding. I can confirm that instead of spending money on the upgraded expensive cables for Utopia right away, you can save up and perhaps even...

Well said. I have also enjoyed the HA-1 and agree that "transparency" is a cornerstone characteristic. I of course do not have the breadth of experience with other pairings--just the Oppo and a Dragonfly Red. Your comment about zero noise or hiss is also one of the endearing traights of this...

I'm recommending a name that references time (as it is ubiquitous) in an "ultimate" expression: ZMF AEON "One of a class of powers or beings conceived as emanating from The Supreme Being and performing key operations of the universe"

Head-Fi Username:jbergner Location (City, Country): Maryland, USA RHA Products Previously Used: T10I, T20I Source Gear: AudioQuest Dragonfly Red, OPPO BDP-105, OPPO HA-1, Iphone6S

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Short answer is I prefer the HEX.  Always risky to offer opinions, but let me expand a bit.  I really liked the Elears.  When I held/wore them there is no denying the quality construction/look/feel.  They are a first class product.  You would not be unhappy owning them.  The Edition X, for me...

A couple of related comments:   1.  Hifiman warranty service.  As an HE-400i owner, I had an issue with the cable losing one channel.  They replaced promptly under warranty--within a week (here in the US).   2.  HEX compared to HE-400i (Tidal fed through OPPO HA-1, balanced cables) -- HEX...

Email Sent.  Lurking for months here at Head-Fi, so a great opportunity to break the ice and finally post.  Whether I'm selected or not, it's very encouraging to see HiFiMAN support their customers--even if it is just a select few--when they really don't have to.