Hello, I'll buy a headphone to use with my iPhone. I consider getting Airpods Max or wired audiophile closed back headphones up to $1000 (like Focal Elegia, Beyer DT770, Aeon Flow Closed) Airpods Max has obvious advantages. Convenience of bluetooth, portability, noise cancelling, portability...

Hello all, I would like to learn the differences between using two units (one DAC and one AMP) setup or using a single source device which is both DAC/AMP such as Chord Hugo. Doesn't buying a single DAC/AMP device make much more sense compared to buying two devices ? Is there a big sound...

Hello all Head-fi is the biggest audio forum of the world, but the forum stracture is very poor. Categories such as "Full Sized Headphones" , " Portable Headphones and IEMs" are certainly not well defined enough. There are many types of audio equipments, and the users of each type of equipment...

Update: RELEASED ! https://www.fiio.com/m15 Discussion thread of the upcoming FiiO M15 digital audio player What we know so far (announced by Fiio) : - Dual AK4499EQ DAC - 7490 mAh Battery - 64 GB internal storage - Samsung Exynos 7872 processor - 3 GB RAM - $1299

What is the best gear to drive headphones/ IEMs on the go? AFAIK there are portable DAC/AMPs and DAPs for that purpose. Here are the popular devices but according to my research none of them are perfect. Which one is the best? Chord Mojo iFi xDSD Fiio Q5s Fiio M11 (Pro) Hiby R6 Pro iBasso DX220

They are different types of devices but their sound quality is still very comparable. Fiio M11($450) vs iFi xDSD ($400) They will run a closed back headphone (probably Focal Elegia). Thanks

Hello. I am looking for a headphone but almost all headphones at the markets, especially the closed back ones, have typical relaxed/ smooth/ warm /laid back signature. I understand that majority of the people prefer such tuning but I don't, I want a headphone to deliver my music with full force...

Here is my plan: Focal Elegia(closed back) connected to the xDSD (Bluetooth Dac+ amp) and I will be controlling the music playback from my smartphone via bluetooth. I can carry them in my backpack. Will it work? I don't see a reason why not but I wanted to ask. And how well that pairing...

Any portable DAC/AMP recommendations to drive Focal Elegia or similar $1k closed back headphones?7 Chord mojo still the best option?

I know there are many different types of headphones and IEMs but I'd like learn some general insight as an only-headphone user so far. At the same price range, which one is expected to sound better: a closed back headphone or an IEM? $1000 headphone vs $1000 IEM for example

I have long hair and I often have comfort issues when wearing over-ear headphones due to my hair. Any tips (other than get a haircut? :smile_phones:) ?

With Fiio Music App, it is possible to remotely (via Bluetooth or WiFi) control the playback of the audio files stored on a DAP from a smartphone. Is it possible to control TIDAL playback of a DAP from a smartphone? Since our DAPs are android devices, the general question is: How to control...

Hello everyone Head-Fi is the biggest audio community of the internet, but the forums lack sufficent categories. There are basically 4 types of audio equipments, and the users of each type of equipment have different interests, needs and preferences. Establishing 4 different sub-forums can make...

Hello everyone It is 2019 and people are still debating if certain things make a difference or not (cables, 16 vs 24 bit, FLAC vs WAV and many more. The problem is, people still discuss things subjectively and make subjective tests instead of doing simple experiments which will give objective...

Hello everyone It is 2019 and people are still debating if certain things make a difference or not (cables, 16 vs 24 bit, FLAC vs WAV and many more. The problem is, people still discuss things subjectively and make subjective tests instead of doing simple experiments which will give objective...

Hello everyone Head-Fi is the biggest audio community of the internet, but the forums lack sufficent categories. There are basically 4 types of audio equipments, and the users of each type of equipment have different interests, needs and preferences. Establishing 4 different sub-forums can...

Hello everyone I am relatively new to the audio world. I know my music taste, but I don't exactly know that what kind of headphones with certain sound signature terms fit my taste (v-shaped, forward upper mids, sub bass etc.) I will descripe you what kind of music I like I'll be happy if you...

Hello I am looking for a DAP+ Closed back headphone combo. I will use them on the go. I can afford up to $2000 for both. My usage: I will be wearing the headphone connected to my DAP (which will stay in my trenchcoat's pocket during walking), then I will carry them in my backpack. I found...

In sub $1k closed back headphones market, MrSpeakers AFC and Focal Elegia are the best options without a doubt. Both of them are very good, choosing a one is total dilemma because they are many mixed opinions. For this discussion, please assume that they are used with high end source gear...

These two are the best DAPs around $1k range. The question is simple, which one sounds better ?

ÆON Flow Closed is one of the most popular headphones around $1k range. There are a lot of reviews of AFC and these opinions differ a lot. I've never seen a controversial headphone like this ! Some people say it plays every genre very well, is one of the best headphones and a steal for this...

Hello everyone I am searching for closed back headphones. It will be used on-the-go with a DAP (probably iBasso DX200). Prefered sound signature is nothing but neutral. Price is around $1k, because it is the last point where price/performance ratio is logical. After that, products hardly get...

Hello everyone I am searching for closed back headphones. It will be used on-the-go with a DAP (probably iBasso DX200). Prefered sound signature is nothing but neutral. Price is around $1k, because it is the last point where price/performance ratio is logical. After that, products hardly get...

Hello everyone Searching for a DAP to power my Aeon Flow Closed. Prefered sound signature is nothing but neutral. Alternatives so far: iBasso DX200: $900 iBasso DX200 with amp module, such as DX208: $1100 Hiby R6 Pro: $800 What are your suggestions ?

Hello I am planning to buy a high end closed back headphone and a Digital Audio Player to run it. Headphone must be closed back for portability. I want Neutral sound. This is important because many products in the market are bass heavy and I definetly don't want a one. Budget: No...