help and recommendations

Hi everyone, I'm completely new to high-quality audio and could really use some guidance on choosing an AMP/DAC for my headphones. My Setup: I’m currently using the Audeze LCD-2 Closed-Back, which has the following specs: Type: Over-ear, closed-back, planar magnetic Impedance: 70 ohms...

I am planning on ordering the ar5000 today, was looking for a good Dac/Amp combo that pair well with it. Planning on adding more HPs, like the Sundara or maybe the Arya stealth. i have tried tube amps before a long time ago, and i remember i loved how they sounded but i am currently in a country...

Hi, fellow listeners! I recently upgraded to the Beyerdynamic MMX 150 USB headphones and ran into an unexpected issue. For context, I was previously using the Marshall Major 3 headphones, which, despite being heavily worn, served me well. I also used an old, cheap Logitech webcam for my...

Hey All, i am new here, and to the whole hobby. i have had the Grado SR325 for a couple of years and its time to upgrade, however, i don't have access to any headphone store in my country. So i have to buy blind. i liked the Grado's forward vocals and details, but found it to be too fatiguing...

Like the title says, Im looking for headphones that give me nice mids, with nice vocals and instrument separation. The bass should be good, but it shouldn't be bass heavy. I'm looking for a decent to good soundstage, so I'm open to open-backed headphones, since it will be used at my home desk. I...

Hello everyone. I was wondering if I might be able to get some insight from some members that have much more experience than I do with headphones. I have been headphone listening for some time, but only seriously perhaps in the last year. So this means that I probably don't have wide...

Hello everyone, I am looking for new IEM earphones. My budget is around 200$ - 250$. I am currently using a Hidizs MS1 (not rainbow ver.) + Aune Yuki dac. My current earphones have a bit muddy sound and poor instrument separation. I mostly listen to IDM and other genres of electronic music...

HELP: I'm pretty early on in my audiophile journey here, and am trying to decide how to best spend my money to updgrade my current set-up with a mid- to high- tier DAC / amp combo to drive HiFiMAN Arya Organics (plus occasionally some IEMs). Budget: $500-1000. These are the options I've...

Hi guys! So I'm torn as to which upgrade I should make to my system first that will make the biggest difference. I'm between the Schiit Mjolnir 3 amplifier and Audeze LCD-X open-back headphones. Note that I will probably get one after the other one within 6-12 months. Current Stack...

I'm not an audiophile but I would like to improve my sound quality. I currently have a Logitech G935. I was thinking about buying new headphones and decided on the Sennheiser HD 599, but I can't decide which dac/amp to buy. I'm on a pretty tight budget, so I went looking for dac/amps around...

Hello! I am new to this forum but I've already read some articles related to headphones I'd like to buy. My preference is mostly sound quality but also it is important features that headphones have. As I mostly work in a quiet environment in my home, neither I live in a city, I do not really...

I have always been interested in Grado headphones and know they have a reputation for sounding forward. A forward sound signature is usually not my thing, but people swear by them because they have an immediacy that a lot of other headphones lack. Headphones with elevated upper midrange and...

Can anyone suggest one? I picked up the KZ dongle recently on the recommendation from a prominent dongle reviewer that they're totally neutral in response.. and well it's not and i can see it in my graphs. It's sounds fine but they add a weird looking bass shelf that looks linear below 100hz...

Hello, I am looking for earbuds for listening to music - mainly pop, hiphop and musical theatre. My criteria are: * budget 50-75 euro *without heavy or extra bass * wired * with mic I have had kz zst x and kz zsx. I love the energetic and vivid sound. Sadly they broke. I have salenotes...

I'm thinking of buying Meze Empyrean II and am wondering if they would work or be compatible with the headphones? If not, could someone list some amps and dacs that work well or better with Meze Empyrean II for both budget and high-end. Thank you for your help.

I keep hearing great things about the elysian Diva, but they only mention female vocals, and I don't really have a lot of female artists in my playlists. A majority, like 98%, is male. What are some other recommendations, that don't break the bank.

Hi, I just recently got a UM Mest OG and I’m liking it a lot so far. I enjoy the bass but i also feel like it could slam a bit more. I’m wondering if the MK2 has better bass then the original? On the other hand since bass slam is mainly what I’m looking for if I should just go after an IER Z1R...

So I've been doing a lot of casual research over the last couple years on headphones/amps and they function as a whole. Still learning more and always willing to get more answers from this talented and I feel may be *slightly* over-qualified audio community 🙃. Nah, in all seriousness you guys...

So, I've recently tested plenty of IEMs and I was really impressed with the Audio64 Tia Trio. I enjoy its laid-back sound and everything else about it. However, I've noticed that the mids feel recessed and a bit less full, which is my only complaint. I'm looking for recommendations on how to...

Hi, I wanted to upgrade my pair of Arias and I've set the budget to about $300. Obviously I'd prefer something near $200. I listen to mostly Hip-hop but I dabble into everything else too. My preferred sound signature is warm/not lifeless. I was hoping to find something that sounded more spacious...

Hi, I wanted to find out just how much better a D90se is vs the E50. I just got into hifi a few months ago with a e50 and l50 stack. Since there is a sale going on for the D90se I want to find out if it worth the upgrade. If I upgrade to the D90se I’ll probably also end up getting the a90d later...

Hey! I've been struggling to choose my first good headphones. After reading articles and reviews, I got some candidates but can't choose. Would you help me pls? I'm considering between: -Sennheiser 560s -Shure SRH-840A (or 440A) -Audio-technica 50 (wired, probably) -Meze 99 Neo (not classic...

Hello everyone, I usually do my own research and draw my own conclusions and make my own decisions when it comes to headphones. But for a while now, i'm at a loss and my issue is this: i am searching for a complimentary pair of headphones, something that goes well against my current daily...

Hello, fellow headphone lovers! I am reaching out regarding my search for new headphones. While I am getting ready to visit Munich 2023 Hi-Fi expo, I would like to make sure I do not miss any brand/model you think might fit my needs. Let me open by going over headphones I previously owned...

Hey! Been thinking if I should go for the M1570 or the LCD-2C or just save for a LCD-X. Maybe you've other headphones to recommends too. I prefer to use planar cause i'm using EQ. :D