Not sure if I'm missing something, but was having a hard time confirming whether it was possible to use the iFi BL as a DAC only to feed a Bottlehead (and, subsequently, HD650)? Would also like to power a pair of LCD-2 and wondering whether I can cover these high and low impedance phones using...

I've done some poking around and can only find a few outdated discussions on this topic. I currently own and love the AT A900X- it sounds much more accurate than my previous W5000 though without as much detail and space. Would love to find another closed headphone that would be comparable in...

I'm looking for something similar to the Apogee Duet 2 or One but not sure if I'm asking for the impossible.   Would like:    -usb/lightning functionality for OS X / iOS with midi and xlr input -decent headphone out for low impedance iem -rechargeable for portable use   Is this available?

I'm finally looking to buy another pair of headphones after using throwaways for several years.   Last time I checked there were several widely regarded options for under 100 and even under 50- the KSC75/PortaPro and S500 come to mind.     Now I see the Pioneer SE-A1000 and others garnering...

I've been loving my M6 buds for some time and curiosity has once again gotten the best of me.   Any ideas on what might come next?  I've heard the FX500 suggested so that's certainly an option.   Other ideas?   (like: high end sparkle and rather visceral bass / dislike: prefer better...

Before anyone jumps in with "An IEM is designed to isolate... blah blah blah"- I am very aware of what these 'plugs' were designed to do. However, I personally prefer the ability to hear some ambient noise while walking around and was looking for something that might provide a minimal level...

So some people claim that the Turbines are 90% of the IE8s at about 40% of the price. Some even go further and say that the S4/C710 are 90% of the turbine at 60% the cost. And so, I ask, is there a phenomenon relating to the Westone 3? I'm thinking: deep powerful bass with sparkling highs and...

People always ask for the "best" headphone at a certain price point. There are infinite definitions of neutrality and how we perceive lifelike presentation of music. For this exercise use your own judgment. So, for classical and acoustic music, what do you think the most accurate or...

So there are a lot of threads discussing overrated/underrated headphones, personal favorites, and the like but I have yet to read a thread about headphones that are liked by almost all who hear them. Any ideas? To start: MS1, KSC75, AD900

Alright, so this seems like a very strange comparison. One open, one closed; different sound signatures- blah blah blah. However, I've noticed quite a few people own, or have owned, both. If anyone cares to compare the two phones I would certainly appreciate it! I've read many...

So after spending many an hour researching my first amp purchase I've found very few comparisons between portable and desktop amp/dac combos. While this seems to make sense I was wondering whether someone could possibly explain the differences. So far I've concluded that sound quality can be...

So after spending many an hour researching my first amp purchase I've found very few comparisons between portable and desktop amp/dac combos. While this seems to make sense I was wondering whether someone could possibly explain the differences. So far I've concluded that sound quality can be...

So I've been perusing many threads trying to find a replacement for my (personally) underwhelming NE-7m's which are moving into the possession of my brother. I was having a difficult time finding information on the Sennheiser IE-7 (everyone seems to go straight for the 8's) but surmised the...

I know this has been discussed to varying degrees in individual threads but I was hoping owners/auditioners of both IEM's could comment on wearability over long periods. I know that the sibilance problems some had with the Westones could make for less overall comfort (although this could...

Well, the title really says it all: If one was interested in comparing Westone 3, triple.fi 10, SE530, etc could not audition them, would the UM1, super.fi 3, E2C/E4C accurately reflect the sound signature exemplified in higher end models? Thanks in advance for any thoughts on the matter...

So... I am looking to upgrade from my current IEM (Nufroce NE-7M) and was looking at everything from the UM1/Super.fi 5 Pro/ER4P/SE310/er6i through the Westone 3/triple.fi 10 pro/SE530 BLAHBLAHBLAH and so forth. I treat everything I own like an 8 year old boy would and am looking for the most...

I've discussed this on a couple of other threads and was wondering if anyone else cared to share their thoughts. I realize there are other threads discussing solid replacement bud options and was hoping for a more general discussion concerning the importance of the mic. It certainly is...