I have several CDs that I need to rip. I've seen conversion programs such as EZ CD converter and another one I forget. Are they worth using? What are the preferred settings to use within the program? Is it going to make any difference in how I hear the album, opposed to just straight ripping it...

When purchasing downloads, songs and albums, can I download the files directly to my SD card inside of my dap? Do I need to load them onto my computer first, and then onto the SD card? Or can I even do this at all? Where are some other sites I can grab hi res music files from? My sources have...

I'm looking to pick up another DAP. I currently own the Shanling M8, as well as the M6 Pro original AKM version (my gym dap). I really enjoy and appreciate Shanlings house sound with AKM on board, but I'd like something that offers something different. I'm concerned that the original M15 is...

For those who have heard both, just curious how the tunings differ. Also what you think is the better dap and for what reasons. I currently have the M8 and like it quite a bit.

Need to grab a laptop under 350. Not very knowledgeable when it comes to computers. Not even sure if one will be better than the other. The only stuff I'd be using it for is downloading and transferring music files, surfing and shopping online, and occasionally watching a movie here and there...

A headphone that combines the dynamic, note weight of a Focal, Kennerton, etc, with the height, width, and depth of a Hifiman egg? Haven't found such a thing myself, but don't purchase TOTL headphones. I'll probably regret asking this question, because I haven't been able to bring myself to...

So I've always downloaded all of my music files from various websites and groups that I was a member of. These sources have dried up for the most part, or I've extracted all of the albums and songs I wanted. I don't stream, my library consists of large files on SD cards. That's what I'm looking...

No longer have an LG phone, rather a Samsung Galaxy S22 Plus. I want the dongle strictly for watching movies and streaming series. Won't be listening to any music. I'd rather go this route and use my current cans, rather than purchase a Bluetooth headphone. The dongle must have a 4.4mm option...

Just looking for a Bluetooth set, strictly for watching movies and series from my phone. Doesn't have to be the greatest, as I won't be listening to music with them. Need to be comfortable first and foremost. Imaging/Separation is most important. No bright or shrill upper frequencies. A little...

I've been wanting to try one of these for a while now, but I'm concerned about the upper mids and lower treble - moderately sensitive in this area. From everything I've read, it seems that the Edition X V2 might be the best option, but kinda hard to source. I'm also interested in the Ananda SM...

Had to get a new phone, so no more LG audio goodness, nor a headphone jack. Looking for some of the better options for a wireless set of cans, 150 bucks or less would be good. These will primarily be used for watch shows and movies from my Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. I may also use them in the gym...

Can't decide which one I want. I'm referring to the Gjallarhorn GH50 JM Edition 2nd edition. Never heard an ZMF headphone, but after much research, it definitely sounds like a winner. I own the Kennerton Magni V3 and like it a lot. With the stock pads, the upper mids/presence region was a bit...

Curious which headphones members use that you would consider heavy hitters - bangers. I'm not referring to an in your face type of presentation, but rather something incredibly dynamic that fully hits the spot for rock and metal. For example, from what I've owned or heard, Kennerton and Focal...

Hoping someone can explain the tuning differences between the Edition X original, and the Edition X V2.... If there are any. It's a headphone I've wanted to try for many years, just never got around to it. Any info would be most appreciated.

I'm thinking about selling my MG in exchange for an Elex. I appreciate most everything about the MG, especially the smoothness in the upper frequencies. The one issue I have with them is that lead vocalists, male and female, generally sit back in the mix, behind back up vocalists and...

Hey folks. This will be my first venture into the amp world, so please bear with me. I've owned multiple daps throughout the years, and I believe I've settled on two. My sources are the Shanling M6 Pro, and the Hiby RS6. Recently picked up the Focal Clear MG. Also looking to run my 58X and...

Does anyone own / owned both of these headphones? I've been contemplating if I want to give the Elex a try, but I have some concerns. More like one specific concern. I previously owned a Magni, and I thoroughly enjoyed it for the most part. The problem was that I found it too forward and...

I've owned the Teaks. I enjoyed them for the most part, but I felt they were lacking sub bass. From the mid bass on up, I liked what I was hearing. Aside from the low end, which I've been told is greater in quantity with the Ebony, are there many other differences between the two? Are the mids...

What are some of the more clampy headphones you're familiar with? I might be an oddball, but I prefer some tighter clamp, such as the Sennheiser 600 series. I have a tendency to rock out pretty hard at times, and I can't do a loose fit that wants to slide and wiggle, or potentially fall off.

Looking for a 4.4mm balanced cable at or around 100 bucks. Lots of different cables available, so curious to hear what you think the best bang for buck might be. I had a budget end Arctic Cables for my 660s, but it was just okay. Stiff and a bit unruly. After a manageable 4-5 footer that doesn't...

Are there any noticeable sonic differences between these two headphones? Also, is the Sendy as easy to drive as the Sivga? Any comments would be appreciated.

Has anyone listened to both of these versions? The HP-3 is a very good can. Unfortunately, they sounded a bit too bright and splashy in the presence region for my particular tastes. I also found them surprisingly resolving. Not so good for some relatively poor glam metal/rock recordings. The...

This is one brand I haven't tried yet. Primarily because reviews seem to be all over the place. Which headphone would we say is more musical yet engaging? Which one for hard rock, and more so some fairly poor recordings?

Can someone point out the main differences between these two cans? From what I've gathered, the Denon should have a little more sub / mid bass, and a little less extension in the presence region. Is it safe to say that the Denon is a little warmer and darker? Anything else that stands out...

I'm currently using the Meze 99 silver plated upgrade cable with four different headphones. I like the cable and think it sounds pretty good. I recently bought a custom cable from Arctic Cables for a different set of cans, and I believe I can hear a difference between the two. I'm considering...