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I finally have enough money to step-up into the HIFI range. As a starter, I need general direction “where to go” with cans. I have d2k and d600 and I’m very disappointed at their performance. I have somewhat proper equipment: Ipod classic è Fiio e17 or USB è e17. All my audio files are at least 320kbps mp3 or higher quality, but my d2k is not simply meeting up to my expectations. I’m willing to spend 1k ± 100 dollars on my hifi cans.
1) Is one grand enough for so-called hi-fi’s?
2) Do I have proper equipment?
3) I prob not going to audition them. Please describe the sonic qualities as detailed as possible
I finally have enough money to step-up into the HIFI range. As a starter, I need general direction “where to go” with cans. I have d2k and d600 and I’m very disappointed at their performance. I have somewhat proper equipment: Ipod classic è Fiio e17 or USB è e17. All my audio files are at least 320kbps mp3 or higher quality, but my d2k is not simply meeting up to my expectations. I’m willing to spend 1k ± 100 dollars on my hifi cans.
1) Is one grand enough for so-called hi-fi’s?
2) Do I have proper equipment?
3) I prob not going to audition them. Please describe the sonic qualities as detailed as possible
First, the trebles are causing my ears to fatigue, the bass is not tight, and the overall sound sig produced by my denon is just not "right."
I use 320kbps mp3 or higher (ALAC) music files. I don't know what the problem is with my d2k, but the trebles are very sharp, almost to a point where I have to take a break from using my phones. I did consider getting mark mods, but that's additional $300. I can't justify to spend $300-500 on a sub 400 cans to make it sound OK. I would much rather spend a grand on a new setup.
First, the trebles are causing my ears to fatigue, the bass is not tight, and the overall sound sig produced by my denon is just not "right."
I use 320kbps mp3 or higher (ALAC) music files. I don't know what the problem is with my d2k, but the trebles are very sharp, almost to a point where I have to take a break from using my phones. I did consider getting mark mods, but that's additional $300. I can't justify to spend $300-500 on a sub 400 cans to make it sound OK. I would much rather spend a grand on a new setup.
Your next headphone: Modded Mad Dog T50RP. Put in an order.
How is this compared to LCD-2s? I did some reading this morning and LCD2 are grabbing my attention.
O_O', your situation is similar to me, i have the D5k but i just couldn't tolerate their sharp treble, did my research and end up with Audeze LCD-2 without an amp ( was on a tight budget, but now i'm in the market for an amp ). You'll appreciate all the qualities the LCD-2 have, DARK sound with lots of details, and I'm pretty sure they have the Tightest bass on a headphone, the sound stage is 3D like and most of all the non-fatigue sound signature, the sound is very smooth and lush but the details aren't lost. take a look at the The Audeze LCD-2 Ortho thread (New).
you can pick one of the hifiman and save some cash but once you get the LCD-2 you'll never look back and be done with headphone upgrading and start build up your system around them ..