How does the Oriolus mk2 compare to modern iems? I bought a used pair many years ago and enjoyed the warm mids. I’ve been out of the iem game for a while so I don’t know what’s good nowadays. Does the Oriolus still stack up? Should I be looking for an upgrade? My source is iPhone + Apple dongle.

I'm on a windows PC, using a Fiio K5 Pro. I noticed that I can either use bitperfect or PEQ, but not both at the same time. Is bitperfect important? I have 16/44, 24/96, and DSD files.

I bought a used Aeolus a few days ago and admit that I didn’t check the drivers visually during the purchase. It sounded fine to me when I was testing it. While I was changing the pads, I noticed this. https://imgur.com/a/YSeKJV3 Is it a cause for concern? What does this piece of material do?

I have all my music playlists set up on Plexamp. I bought a Fiio K5 pro to use as a desktop DAC/amp for my laptop and have it connected via usb. But when I play a 24/96 file on Plexamp, the DAC doesn’t detect the hi-res stream and thinks that it’s 16/44. Playing hi-res files on foobar doesn’t...

Do you mean the stock Aeolus perforated pads? I eventually bought the used Aeolus, it came with the perforated suede and lambskin pads. I haven't tried the suede ones yet but so far I like the warmth of the lambskin pads. Are there other pads from ZMF that I could consider getting?

Hi guys, how are the mids of the Aeolus compared to the HD6xx? I used to own the HD600 but haven't had one for years. I find myself missing the smooth luscious mids, and I was about to buy one when I saw a used Aeolus for sale. I get that the Aeolus is a superior headphone overall, but does it...

Ok this seems to be an intermittent issue. Now it’s remembering the EQ settings when I turn it on. Not sure what changed.

Hi, new owner here, hope you guys can help me. Why is it that every time I turn the Qudelix on, the default is that the EQ/DSP is turned off? How do I make it turned on by default?

Hi all, I just got the Qudelix 5k and want to try EQ for the THX00. The preset oratory EQ in the Qudelix doesn’t sound good to me and I wonder what PEQ settings you guys use? I mainly want to tame the treble and harshness of the headphone.

I've never EQ'ed before. Is there a simple online guide on how to start? What do I listen for when adjusting the bands? What does it mean when people say they are trying to reduce a frequency peak?

I’ve tried the Lawton mod before, but I prefer the stock sound. The Lawton mod made the treble harsh sounding.

How does the Aeolus compare to these headphones? These are what I own currently, but I'm looking for something warm and non-fatiguing. 1. Focal Elex 2. Fostex THX-00 3. Sennheiser HD800S At the moment I prefer the HD800 for classical music and acapella. Especially acapella because I find the...

Hi guys, I'm looking at buying the Qudelix because of the parametric EQ functionality but I have zero experience with using parametric EQ. My source is an iphone. Is it as simple as selecting my headphone from a drop-down list and the Qudelix will load the optimal EQ profile? Or do I need to do...

I'm interested to buy a Topping DAC/Amp (EX5) that has USB-B has an input. My source is an iphone. Amazon has Lightning to USB-B midi cables on sale, but I wonder if they work? Has anyone tried it before for external DACs? Amazon link Alternatively, could I use the Apple camera kit and...

Hi, My MicroDSD BL is having issues with the headphone jack, not getting sound on the right side with multiple headphones tested. The funny thing is when I turn on the 3D sound toggle switch, sound comes back on the right side for a while then goes away. Is this a common problem with the...

I’m currently using the micro idsd BL as a portable unit but the battery life sucks. I want to use it as a desktop unit that is plugged in all the time. Is it true that if I want to use it plugged in all the time, I can’t use the dac function? I basically have to use RCA inputs right?

After a botched repair attempt, my HD650s are now out of commission. I mean they still work, but the bass is almost completely gone. I had scraped off the foam under the "spidercage" behind the driver because the foam melted and pieces fell into the driver cavity. Little did I know that doing...

Hi guys. I have a 15 yr old pair of 650s. Lately I detected a buzzing noise on the left driver and dismantled it to check. Instead of a hair, I found that the foam at the back of the driver, under the spider cage, had disintegrated and dropped inside. I cleared it out after scraping off the...

Hi guys, I have a question about the default Onkyo music player app. I listen to my music by album, sorted in alphabetical order. However, some albums only have 1 or 2 songs. After the album finishes, I need to go to the player and select the next album. Is there any way to make it automatic, so...

Thanks for the review MR. I'm using the micro iDSD BL as a dac/amp at the moment rather than a desktop based setup. Together with my DAP I listen at different places in the home, in my bedroom, etc.

Hi guys. I’m considering getting the Aeolus but looking for some advice. Like many others, I started this hobby with the Hd650 almost 15 years ago. My next big upgrade was the Massdrop THX-00 when it launched. More recently having come into some money I splurged on the HD800S and a used Focal...

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Hi all, I recently bought a used Elear for cheap but I need to change the original pads. The Amazon reviews for the Dekoni Frenestrated sheepskin pads mention a treble spike, which I'm wary of. Anyone else has this experience?

I currently have my DAP hooked up to a DAC/Amp to listen while sitting in a recliner in my room. The biggest issue is the DAP battery life, can't play music for more than 2 hours and needs to be charged every day. So basically I'm looking for a source where I can load the same files that are on...

Hi, I'm using the Onkyo DP-X1 android DAP as a source, connected via a short USB OTG cable to a DAC/amp. Given how short the cable is, it's a little annoying to change tracks, search for music, etc on the DAP while it's connected. My headphone cable is long and I don't always sit right next...