I just want to make this a simple poll. What do you use?

Sup head-fi, relative audiophile noob here and first post on the forums. I have 2 questions.   First, I picked up a set of ATH-AD900's and they're awesome cans, really enjoying them. They're running through a Titanium HD as well as my MDR-7506's. I also have a set of M-Audio AV-40's that run...

Hello   Im a fresh member on forums and i feel really bad that im making my first ever post/thread about begging for help but i have no choice. Usually i dont make such things and try to research info by myself,reading existing topics and reviews but this time i could really use help from...

Currently my squad on Ghost Recon Future Soldier is ranked 3 so we are talking about going competitive; this in mind what setup, no matter the price, would you recommend for competitive gaming? Would anyone recommend?   I did think of getting a MixAmp Pro just because it can do 5.1 but are...

  HRT HeadStreamer Review   Introduction   The HeadStreamer by High Resolution Technologies (HRT) is a USB DAC/Amp combo device. It has one USB input and one 1/8" stereo output. The USB input accepts up to 24-bit 96 kHz audio. The device is powered from USB and has no external power...

So after almost 6 years since my last build I've finally built a desktop pc for myself again, the only relevant part of this build would probably be the motherboard which is an Asrock z77 pro4-m which has a Realtek ALC892 Audio Codec.   I did a lot of reading here and hardforum and at the...

Hello, since im going away from home for a year, im obligated to switch from my desktopPC to a Notebook. ive chosen a Dell Alienware M17x R4 to do the job for me.   on my Desktop i have a Xfi Titanium soundcard icw steelseries steelsound 7H, wich sound great imho.   my Steelseries...

I am using X-fi XtremeMusic (SB0460) for gaming mainly purpose and Essence STX for music.  I am looking for a good upgrade choice for my X-fi and thinking if Recon 3D Fatality may be a good purchase.  I want more details and dimension while playing game and heard that X-fi Fatality series has...

Hi, first time posting, but long time stalker.   Newbie here, I need advice for an upgrade path for my current headphone setup. I am using Creative Titianium HD soundcard ------> Fiio e17 (via TOSLINK SPDIF)----------->Sennheiser HD 518. My budget is around 500$.    First of all, I am...

update! I have now raised my budget to $300 and am looking for both a soundcard and headphones. Currently considering the Ultrasone Pro 550, with a Creative Titanium HD or the Asus Sonar DX. Thoughts? original post: So I am looking to buy a new set of headphones or a headset to replace my old...

Alright, so here is my story. I was introduced to the intriguing world of enthusiast computer's about 7-8 years ago and things have spiraled from there with the purchase of my first "gaming" PC to many purchases and upgrades in the past years. One of my favorite upgrades was getting an Auzentech...

So it seems the living room is mostly occupied and I can no longer enjoy my PS3 as much as I'd like to.  So I think moving the PS3 into my room where my pc is would be a good idea.  But how can I get it hooked up so that I can power it to my PS3?  And also how can I set it up so that I can use...

hello everyone in head-fi, this is my first post here so please excuse me for any mistakes regarding audio specifications or anything similar. I just ordered Denon AH-D5000 along with creative titanium HD sound card, I currently own a Recon3D pcie sound card. I really don`t know much about...

Hey guys, I built my own desktop a couple months ago but I haven't bought speakers or a sound card for it yet. I've been doing research on some of the products out there but I haven't made any concrete decisions. I was hoping that if I explained what I want in a sound system and gave my price...

Recently purchased new headphones (M50s) and ended up wondering on just how much of an improvement I could get by using an amp. So I went, tried out and purchased the Fiio E11 over the weekend and it was awesome.   However as I was aware of, the Fiio E11 cannot be used while charging meaning...

hi,   i have a creative soundblaster X-fi fitality titanium,  then i have a headset for music: ATH-M50 and one for gaming: sennheiser pc 360   my question is if a FIIO e6 would make a big difrence in the sound of this setup, and if its wurth buying? thanks in advance for your help...

hi everyone, i hope you dont mind me asking this, ill explain my situation.(i hope this is the correct section to post this)   i have an x fi elite pro and an ad700, i ordered some hd600 from a member of this forum and they just arrived today.   i CAN notice the difference of quality, i...

so i went and spent the money on a pc360 headset and i love them the problem is i cant lower the volume all the way some content is louder then others making me have to go into the creative volume panel   to lower it even more just wanted to know if anyone had this problem and if my sound card...

Hi recently got a TiHD for my Winsows 8 box, played around a bit, tuned to Entertainment mode, 5.1 for system, headphones for Creative control panel, leave EAX on, THX surround on with everything else off, it doesn't sound bad just the dialogue sounds somewhat hollow, like sitting in a very...

I recently stepped on and broke the cord on my Audio Technica ATH M50, and instead of repairing it I decided to make a change. I had the ATH M50 for about a year, and these are the primary things I would like to improve on with my next cans. My budget is no more than $120 USD. Also, ill be...

I am planning to buy a Schiit Magni and connect it to my Titanium HD. After doing some research I'm not sure what cables I need to connect them, would this work?  ...

I am planning to buy a Schiit Magni and connect it to my Titanium HD. After doing some research I'm not sure what cables I need to connect them, would this work:

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Hey guys and gals. Alright, this might sound weird but I like the Sennheiser HD238 (general sound signature and comfort). Mine is modded with aluminum instead of the foam in the cup, so that might be why. I know a lot of people have issues with this headphone sounding muddy but it's really a lot...

HI all,   I'm slowly putting a head-fi system together...probably over the next year or so, since my next big purchase will be a new gaming computer, so that my old computer can go back next to my hi-fi where it belongs.   But Intel pulled all the systems off the market so I moved on to...