it seems it doesnt have enough power to push the LCD2C's but enough to run them. which is sad news considering how much the SR15 is.. its almost as much as the headphones themselfs.Hey, I have tried my LCD2C with the SR15 but I don't think they are a good match. It feels like they need a high gain option which the SR15 doesn't have. Even at near full volume they still sound flat to me no matter what the music source. I have a set of Audeze iSine20s which sound spectacluar with the SR15 though so I'm delighted with that.
I have had no issues with heat. The unit was warn after doing a firmware update initally and transferring some files but after that it has been perfect.
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Astell & Kern SR15: A&norma Impressions & Reviews
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Most DAPs are designed for use with IEMs. Planar magnetic headphones are notoriously hard to drive. There are only a few DAPs out there that are capable of driving full size headphones well (which even then is very subjective). The point is I think you might want to manage your expectations of what can be achieved with DAPs. However with that being said there are high end- full size headphones designed for portable use, the AK T1p is a good example of that.
These deals are for North America customers only. All of our deals vary by region and regions run their own separate deals from time to time. It would be best to contact Addicted to Audio directly for a list of their holiday deals.Hey Guys, will that discount be cascaded to your official re-sellers around the globe? I am almost pushing the trigger on one, but would prefer buy from a local store in Australia (addicted to audio)
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Most DAPs are designed for use with IEMs. Planar magnetic headphones are notoriously hard to drive. There are only a few DAPs out there that are capable of driving full size headphones well (which even then is very subjective). The point is I think you might want to manage your expectations of what can be achieved with DAPs. However with that being said there are high end- full size headphones designed for portable use, the AK T1p is a good example of that.
Planars and DAPs definitely don’t go together. I just got my SR and have been listening with my travel headphones, Sony WH-1000XM3. So far, very nice sound. You can connect the SR 15 to an external DAC. People love the Chord Mojo, which is not crazy expensive and very portable.
I'm fully aware of that, however i would like to continue to use headphones from my collection on the go around the home. ofcoarse if i sit down at my setup i'll use my dedicated source. but if i choose to cook in the kitchen i dont see why i shouldnt be able to atleast use my DT1990 pros they're not "super" hard to drive. if the SR15 can drive the DT1990 Pros properly, i'm 100% sold and i'll order it tomorrow.Most DAPs are designed for use with IEMs. Planar magnetic headphones are notoriously hard to drive. There are only a few DAPs out there that are capable of driving full size headphones well (which even then is very subjective). The point is I think you might want to manage your expectations of what can be achieved with DAPs. However with that being said there are high end- full size headphones designed for portable use, the AK T1p is a good example of that.
Has anyone used the SR15 with RHA CL2 IEMs? If so, how is this pairing?
it seems it doesnt have enough power to push the LCD2C's but enough to run them. which is sad news considering how much the SR15 is.. its almost as much as the headphones themselfs.
I belive the LCD-X were designed so they could be driven far easier and have a lower impedance than the LCD2C but you'll obviuosly have to pay the premium for them.
Addicted to Audio is having 15% off on full priced AK products. https://addictedtoaudio.com.au/pages/black-friday-saleHey Guys, will that discount be cascaded to your official re-sellers around the globe? I am almost pushing the trigger on one, but would prefer buy from a local store in Australia (addicted to audio)
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Addicted to Audio is having 15% off on full priced AK products. https://addictedtoaudio.com.au/pages/black-friday-sale
suddenly that SP1000M seems mighty delicious....
suddenly that SP1000M seems mighty delicious....
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Just wondering will this heat spoil a leather case? Especially when I am charging this player
Yeah, i was considering the newest gen LCD-X that comes with a new headband from the LCD2C model. however, like you said. its premium, so its around 1,600$ CND before taxes for me almost 1900$... which at that point i might as well buy the FuturaI belive the LCD-X were designed so they could be driven far easier and have a lower impedance than the LCD2C but you'll obviuosly have to pay the premium for them.
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It will not at all.Just wondering will this heat spoil a leather case? Especially when I am charging this player
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Cj3, where did you get the cable to connect with the Mojo?
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Addicted to Audio is having 15% off on full priced AK products. https://addictedtoaudio.com.au/pages/black-friday-sale
suddenly that SP1000M seems mighty delicious....
Advanced MP3 Players are running the same - use code 15BLACK works on Astell & Kern and Audeze
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