[xenoVa]

Hmm, maybe Mr Speakers' ETHER case can solve the problem
https://www.mrspeakers.com/shop/accessories/headphone-case.html

I guess it is bigger than the AEON case and maybe it can store an AFC with its plugged cable.

 

[sbradley02]

I have used the Beyer' DT770 Pros as my travel 'phones for many years. I have ETHER C Flow for desktop, and have been kicking around the idea of getting a pair of Aeons for travel (though that is probably overkill). Anyone have a read on how isolation would compare to the DT770?
Thanks

 

[mrspeakers]

So their design idea is "user must unplug the cable each time he wants to put the headphone to the case and replug the cable each time he wants to wear the headphone again" ?

It is sad that they design an awesome headphone but fail in a very simple practical thing...

It's not simple. If you leave the plugs on the case has to be at least 1" longer to not strain the cables. Since these connectors are fast and super reliable this was a very deliberate design decision for travel convenience.

 

[sbradley02]

I have used the Beyer' DT770 Pros as my travel 'phones for many years. I have ETHER C Flow for desktop, and have been kicking around the idea of getting a pair of Aeons for travel (though that is probably overkill). Anyone have a read on how isolation would compare to the DT770?
Thanks

I think I answered my own question. Innerfidelity has graphs for both. The Aeon is roughly equal or better than the Beyer over most of the range, especially dramatic below 400Hz.

 

[xenoVa]

I'm listening to my AFC paired with DX220 AMP1. My expectations were very high but I couldn't find what I hoped for (so far).

+AFC is the most comfortable headphone I've ever worn

The sound is usually overly thin and bright. I am far from being a bass-head and I love treble sparkle but even for me AFC is overly sharp in negative way so far. The sound quality is weirdly inconsistent across different songs, a track sounds extremely good but the next track on the album sounds like unlistenable garbage. (the two tracks sound equally good on my other headphones)

AFC sounds good with instrumental tracks, but songs with multiple elements (synthesis, vocals, chorus, drums) often sound very congested. Belive me or not, some tracks sound better with my $350 bluetooth Sony XM3.

Many people including Dan suggested AMP8 module on DX220 to pair with AFC. I will purchase that and I guess it will improve the sound.

There are still many tools I can play with (EQ, damping pads, AMP8) . Let's see

 

[headwhacker]

I'm listening to my AFC paired with DX220 AMP1. My expectations were very high but I couldn't find what I hoped for (so far).

+AFC is the most comfortable headphone I've ever worn

The sound is usually overly thin and bright. I am far from being a bass-head and I love treble sparkle but even for me AFC is overly sharp in negative way so far. The sound quality is weirdly inconsistent across different songs, a track sounds extremely good but the next track on the album sounds like unlistenable garbage. (the two tracks sound equally good on my other headphones)

AFC sounds good with instrumental tracks, but songs with multiple elements (synthesis, vocals, chorus, drums) often sound very congested. Belive me or not, some tracks sound better with my $350 bluetooth Sony XM3.

Many people including Dan suggested AMP8 module on DX220 to pair with AFC. I will purchase that and I guess it will improve the sound.

There are still many tools I can play with (EQ, damping pads, AMP8) . Let's see

Have you tried Cascade + cloth pad | T4 filter? If not try one, it has the treble sparkle but still have that low end ommph.

 

[MacMan31]

I'm listening to my AFC paired with DX220 AMP1. My expectations were very high but I couldn't find what I hoped for (so far).

+AFC is the most comfortable headphone I've ever worn

The sound is usually overly thin and bright. I am far from being a bass-head and I love treble sparkle but even for me AFC is overly sharp in negative way so far. The sound quality is weirdly inconsistent across different songs, a track sounds extremely good but the next track on the album sounds like unlistenable garbage. (the two tracks sound equally good on my other headphones)

AFC sounds good with instrumental tracks, but songs with multiple elements (synthesis, vocals, chorus, drums) often sound very congested. Belive me or not, some tracks sound better with my $350 bluetooth Sony XM3.

Many people including Dan suggested AMP8 module on DX220 to pair with AFC. I will purchase that and I guess it will improve the sound.

There are still many tools I can play with (EQ, damping pads, AMP8) . Let's see

I do listen to a lot of instrumental music such as classical or movie scores. However this makes me very hesitant about spending $650 (Canadian) on headphones that I have no experience with.

 

[knivek]

I just finished watching Bumblebee on Bluray and the scenes where there was string instruments sounded very... 'artificial'.
Running Schiit bifrost2 multibit via USB to XLR in Mjolnir2 to balanced AFC's

 

[MacMan31]

I don't use headphones for TV or movies. In my case headphones are strictly for music or YouTube on my computer which is what my DAC/amp is connected to.

 

[xenoVa]

I do listen to a lot of instrumental music such as classical or movie scores. However this makes me very hesitant about spending $650 (Canadian) on headphones that I have no experience with.

I just shared my initial impressions, this is not my final verdict about the AFC. I ordered AMP8 module for my DX220 and it should greatly improve the sound quality. And I will probably find better sound after playing with damping pads and equalizer settings.

 

[mrspeakers]

I'm listening to my AFC paired with DX220 AMP1. My expectations were very high but I couldn't find what I hoped for (so far).

+AFC is the most comfortable headphone I've ever worn

The sound is usually overly thin and bright. I am far from being a bass-head and I love treble sparkle but even for me AFC is overly sharp in negative way so far. The sound quality is weirdly inconsistent across different songs, a track sounds extremely good but the next track on the album sounds like unlistenable garbage. (the two tracks sound equally good on my other headphones)

AFC sounds good with instrumental tracks, but songs with multiple elements (synthesis, vocals, chorus, drums) often sound very congested. Belive me or not, some tracks sound better with my $350 bluetooth Sony XM3.

Many people including Dan suggested AMP8 module on DX220 to pair with AFC. I will purchase that and I guess it will improve the sound.

There are still many tools I can play with (EQ, damping pads, AMP8) . Let's see

Amp8 is indeed the stuff, I really enjoy that pairing. I have an Amp9 on the way, will see how that fares.

 

[xenoVa]

Orderd AMP8 and 4.4mm VIVO cable. Let's wait and see the difference

 

[knivek]

Not sure how much difference a VIVO cable will make. Hope you get the best sound signature you are after though!

 

[xenoVa]

Not sure how much difference a VIVO cable will make. Hope you get the best sound signature you are after though!

Only 4.4mm termination and one meter length option is VIVO. Good marketing strategy by MrSpeakers , 4.4mm option isn't included on DUM cables so the user must the $300 VIVO :

 

[xenoVa]

Amp8 is indeed the stuff, I really enjoy that pairing. I have an Amp9 on the way, will see how that fares.

Do you use any EQ or other audio settings when listening from that pairing?