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Audeze CRBN2 Electrostatic Headphones - Now Available on Apos Audio
Hi all, We're excited to introduce the Audeze CRBN2 Electrostatic Headphones. Featuring a new polymer film with suspended carbon nanotubes, the charge is evenly distributed across the ultra-thin diaphragm. This results in less distortion and enhanced clarity. Weighing just 470 grams, the...- Apos Audio
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Flipears Aurora XXIV
The FlipEars Aurora XXIV is a flagship model of in-ear monitors (IEMs) that promises an awe-inspiring audio experience. It is the latest iteration of the original Aurora and sports a few internal updates. The Aurora draws inspiration from the natural wonder of the Aurora Borealis (northern...- BonGoBiLai
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- high end iem phillipines
- Reviews: 5
- Category: Universal Fit
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High end digital / analog cables
It seems some cables are objectively better than others while some users might offer subjective experiences that differ from the objective data. I do believe cables make a difference because they are part of the chain but I think the magnitude of audible differences between cables varries...- newToAudio100
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- cables digital cable high end rca usb xlr
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- Forum: Cables, Power, Tweaks, Speakers, Accessories (DBT-Free Forum)
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Balanced solid state amp with "end game" power?
So I am using my RME ADI-2s headphone out with Extreme Power mode on for 90% of my listening sessions. I also own an SMSL SP200 running balanced off the RME. I was at a meetup and someone had the original Hifiman HE6, I had to max out the SP200 and even then it didn't get very loud. The HE6...- Svperstar
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- balanced amp end game high end solid state
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Original MiM Dark Magician
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- dynamic high end rare
- Reviews: 1
- Category: Universal Fit
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Pairing DragonFly Black with Kinera Nanna
Hi, I am considering buying the praised Kinera Nanna 2.0. I currently own a pair of Shure SE425 paired with AudioQuest's DragonFly Black (+JitterBug). I use IEMs almost exclusively on public transit so buying a regular sized dac/amp is problematic. My question is: Is the DragonFly Black a...- nhftk4320
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- compatibility high end iem portable dac
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Questyle QPM
QPM is the ultimate DAP (Digital Audio Player), and takes the now-familiar Questyle architecture, impeccably machined from 6063 aluminum, and wraps it in 3D glass and an exclusive black anodized finish. QPM incorporates Questyle’s proprietary Current Mode Amplification and Pure Class A BIAS...- corgifall
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- dap high end questyle audio
- Reviews: 2
- Category: Digital Audio (FLAC/MP3/etc) Players (DAPs)
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Ultrasone Edition 11
Our portfolio has been enriched by the new Edition eleven, a set of dynamic hi-fi headphones with an open construction. These headphones are meticulously handcrafted at our production facility at Gut Raucherberg near Lake Starnberg. Thanks to their open, circumaural design, they deliver an airy...- HardstyleLoco96
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- beautiful bio cellulose detailed dynamic driver high end musical open back over ear ultrasone wood
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- Category: Headphones
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FLAGSHIP EARPHONES REVIEWS TOURS THREAD-Interested headfier+Impressions sharing
Hi there, a friend of mine ask me to find trustable CANADIANS audiophiles who would be interested in reviewing High-End IEM from companies like 64AUDIO and VISION EARS. I think that having a dedicated thread where we can keep contact as well as sharing impressions and suggestions could be very...- NymPHONOmaniac
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- 64audio audiophile canada earphone high end iem review tour vision ears
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Any reason to buy closed headphones
For home use in private is there any reason to use closed back headphones?. Let's assume ideal open back headphone conditions. What SQ advantages do closed back headphones have. I can't imagine any and yet people buy high end closed back headphones for home use, even when they own other high...- Johnny Golden
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- closed back headphones high end home home use open back sound quality
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- Forum: Headphones (full-size)
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Are Super High End DAPs Really Worthy?
Hi all. This is the question that always bugs me. I just performed a simple search and found immediately some very contrasting views: https://www.head-fi.org/threads/multi-review-hifiman-hm901-fiio-x5-sony-zx1-hisound-studio-3rd-anv-iphone-4.709479/...- travellersolo
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- dap high end worthy
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- Forum: Portable Source Gear
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Any experience with Silbatone amps?
Hi folks, I came across an amp brand called Silbatone and listened for a few tracks. It’s sounds fantastic but the price tag is scary. Their cheapest model JL107 is 10k plus. When I am trying to looks for some reviews I couldn’t find any. while this is tempting, I really am hoping some of u...- MGSGP
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Best headphones for Electronic Dance Music (future house, House, Trance) in 2019 for around $2,000
Hi! Long time lurker, first time poster. I've searched and seen this question asked before, but for either lower budgets or from years ago where the landscape has changed since. I want the best headphones for enjoying EDM music. I like bass. I currently own the Beyerdynamic DT770s 250 Ohm for...- MusicLover12321
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- edm electronic music high end
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- Forum: Introductions, Help and Recommendations
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Endgame for Metal Music
Hi everyone, so I’m fed up with messing around with different headphones and gear and I’m looking to go complete endgame and just set and forget for good. Willing to spend up to 3k AUD maximum. So uber high-end headphones like the Abyss 1266, Susvara, LCD-4z, Utopia etc. are just out of the...- monkey4054
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- end game endgame headphone high end
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Best High End, well recorded, Music.
please post links to your favorite High End Downloads. Here are 5 suggestions to get started: https://www.soundliaison.com/ https://www.soundliaison.com/ https://www.prostudiomasters.com/album/page/693 https://www.prostudiomasters.com/featured/genre/jazz/new#quickview/album/7569...- Kheadfi
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THE LIST! a list of the most expensive fullsized headphones on the market
Hello there people of Head-fi! I have compiled a list of the most expensive headphones starting from 1100 USD and up. The List contains all in one units (such as the Orpheus) and some headphones that are just ridiculously priced as they are encrusted with diamonds or being made of gold. The...- 12lior12
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- expensive headphones hi-fi high end the list
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- Forum: Headphones (full-size)
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PW AUDIO 1900 cables
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- Reviews: 1
- Category: Cables and Accessories
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Best options for portable (easy/easier to drive) closed back headphones
Hello everyone, excuse me if there is already a thread for this. I just wanted to compile a list of good options for easier to drive closed headphones. Can be on ear or over ear, can be any sound signature, and any price range, although I feel that there are lots of info for sub $200, so above...- bluebair
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- closed closed back closed back headphones closed headphone headphone hifi high end phone phone source portable
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- Forum: Portable Headphones, Earphones and In-Ear Monitors
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Chord Electronics Hugo M-Scaler
1 million taps at £3500, optical in and out, TT form factor. I guess Chord have solved the problem of the Blue 2 waiting list. I cannot wait to get mine in Q3 2018.- plinth
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- chord electronics dac high end
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- Forum: High-end Audio Forum
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Thoughts after Shure released RMCE-BT1, will detachable cable totally change Bluetooth market?
Hello there, I am new to Head-Fi forum. English is not my native language therefore please excuse all of the language errors. Here I just want to share an idea about detachable cable. In this year, I have tried many products such as Airpods, Shure SE846, Bose QC30, Bose QC20 and JBL UA Sport...- AmirHwang
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- battery detachable cable headphones high end wireless
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What are other famous European high-end headphone brands beside Sennheiser and Beyerdynamic?
I'm curious what other European high-end hifi brands that are well-known in the audiophile world? Excluding the brands that everyone is familiar with, such as Sennheiser, Beyerdynamic, Focal... Thank you!- lchou99671
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- headphone hifi high end over ear headphones
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What are the best hifi heaphones with the price tag of $2000+??
I'm very new to this realm and very curious why some of the headphones have such a high price tags. Perhaps, I can hear from all you experts' thoughts and experiences. Thank you!- lchou99671
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- audiophile headphone hifi high end
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New Member Introduction
Hi, My name is Peter Chou from California. I am currently an ordinary headphone addict, but can't call myself an audiophile yet. Now, I'm have the interest getting into high-end hi-fi world, so I would like to use this platform to learn more. Thank you!- lchou99671
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- audiophile headphone headphone advice hifi high end speakers
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I have $4,500 to spend. Open to any suggestions!
So I have $4,500 to spend on a pair of headphones, an amp and a dac. I’ve messed around with a bunch of low fi and midfi and want to go all the way this time. I was planning on going with the Autuer Teak from ZMF with a Soekris 1541. I feel that this may be pointless as I would most likely shoot...- pichu
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- amp dac headphone high end totl
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I have $4,500 for a full headphone setup
So I have $4,500 to spend on a pair of headphones, an amp and a dac. I’ve messed around with a bunch of low fi and midfi and want to go all the way this time. I was planning on going with the Autuer Teak from ZMF with a Soekris 1541. I feel that this may be pointless as I would most likely shoot...- pichu
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- 4500 autuer best amp best dac bottlehead decware high end rme soekris totl
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- Forum: High-end Audio Forum