Thanks. I should have tried some things myself before I posted so I didn't waste everyone's time. I was just really confused, because I thought I would hear noise with the PIMETA if it were a ground loop, but my PIMETA being two prong would explain that.   Thanks a lot guys. I might invest in...

I'm not sure if you caught my last edit or not, but the noise is coming from my computer's charger being plugged in. As soon as I unplug it, the noise completely goes away, and I mean COMPLETELY. Why would my PIMETA filter this but the Asgard would not? Interesting... Now, how do I get rid of it...

Hey, guys! I just purchased a Schitt Asgard 2. It came in today, and I finally got around to hooking it up. Now, I have an insane amount of hum coming from my headphones. I'm not exactly sure that it's 60 hertz, but it seems like what I've experienced before. The PIMETA that I have been using...

Oh, this! Even with my $80 FiiO E10, I could tell the difference. With my headphones simply plugged into my laptop, I could hear clicks every time I used the scroll wheel on my mouse. Since I use this all of the time, it was a huge annoyance.

If you're using Windows 7, you can get to it through the control panel.   Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Under Sound (Manage Audio Devices)   Set your DAC to the default device.

It's alright. We are here to help. I definitely would not buy a decent headphone amp before you get decent headphones. You can get a good pair of headphones that don't necessarily need an amp, first, or you can decide to buy a good "starter kit". If you go this the route of the starter kit...

Hey guys, I just put in my order for one. I almost bought a Modi, too, but I talked myself out of it. Well, I've almost talked myself out of it. I currently have a FiiO E10 that I am using as my current DAC, but I was wondering how the Modi would compare to the E-10? My reasoning for not...

Yeah. This is a very vague post. We need to know more! Saying you are willing to spend $100 - $400 leaves you open to so, so much. Headphones change drastically throughout this price range. I would narrow it down a little more. Also, seeing as this is your first post, I would tend to say that...

I don't have that particular DAC, but make sure that it is set to the default device in your settings. The picture that you posted lets us know that your computer recognizes it, but we have no idea if it is set for the default for audio or not. Right click the speaker in the bottom right corner...

Hi guys, I've been out of the game for a long time. This modest setup has been with me for quite some time, but I think it's time for a change. I want to focus on my computer rig for now as I spend most of my time in my bedroom listening through headphones.   I currently have the following...

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What do you guys do with them? I do not have any sort of need for them as I have never sent a package in my life. Even if I did occasionally use them, I have three trash bags full. It said that UPS takes them, but when I did a search by my state, there were no UPS stations listed in the area...

What I hate is when they leave a new vinyl on top of my mailbox in the rain because it wouldn't fit.

I have been listening to my speakers pretty much since I got them. I haven't put my headphones on since I got the speakers until a couple of hours ago. Keep in mind that these are very well regarded speakers, but they are still very much entry level. I have never owned a good set of speakers...

Alright, I will somewhat revoke my last statement. I still very much like speakers, but it has taken having a "decent" pair of speakers to make my headphones shine. I have been listening to my speakers exclusively for about two days and just not put my headphones on for some listening. I like...

You really don't want to get a headset. They are usually bad quality in terms of build and sound. Get a pair of headphones and an external mic. May I ask why you have to have noise cancellation?

Is it the full range of speakers that originally came with the system or just the left/right?

Use the search feature. This has been answered countless times and might even have a sticky. Monofilament (Techflex) is cheaper and a little easier to work with but isn't as flexible or nice looking as nylon multifilament. The Techflex expands but the multifilament does not. Get heatshrink...

For computer use, you can probably get by with a t-amp for around $30 if you want. They provide decent enough quality to use them as a system for your computer. Don't expect them to sound as good as your UE Triple.Fi 10s though.

I just did get a pair of decent speakers. I still like the sound of my headphones more, but they usually only see use now when I need to be quiet. The soundstage on my speakers as well as the fact that they aren't fatiguing makes up for the small lack of sound quality. I also like the ability to...

I tried it the other day and didn't really like it. I really, really like the new garlic crust, but the sauce killed it for me. It was too sweet and they put too much of it on the pizza I got. It has almost ruined me from Dominoes. I prefer Pizza Hut when it comes to pizza chains anyway, though.

It depends on what you are wanting to hide. If it is just not wanting them into your documents then just make a guest account with limited access. If you want certain files or folders protected, download TrueCrypt and put them in the encrypted folder until they leave and get them back out.

I know that I haven't spent nearly what most people around here have. I might have $1000 in my current rig which I am counting headphones and speakers. When I bought the AH-D2000s a couple of months back, my roommates didn't necessarily make fun of me, but they did make it vocal that they...

You could buy a cheap t-amp or something. They are like $30. My guess is that the Sony's aren't really worth it, though. In case you do, you would just cut the plug off that is on it now and strip the wires as far as I can tell.

I am not an expert on computer interfaces, but PCI has 1.06 gbps bandwidth versus USB 2.0's 480mbps which is about half as fast as PCI interfact. USB 3.0 will probably be a different story, though. It is true that USB sound interfaces should provide a sufficient bandwidth for sound but...