I perfer gen1. Gen2 is easier to drive and hear but when have proper driving force, the gen1 will shine ![Headphone Smile :) :)](https://cdn.head-fi.org/e/headfi/smily_headphones1.gif)
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How do they sound in balanced?
Been thinking about modifying them a couple of years ago, but since I got D7200 my H6 sees almost no use.
I was planning to put micro switch inside to be able to go back to SE
I'd love to have a balanced set. I thoroughly enjoyed these cans, but ultimately sold them because I couldn't use them balanced. Replaced them with the Msr7b.
All my other gear is always balanced
The reason for the switch was that my wife uses only se stuff so if she'd need them she would be able to use them with stock cable. I don't like to cut and modify stock cables as I prefer to do my own stuff from scratch.
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Oh yeah, I'm definitely interested. I have to acquire another set 1st though.How do the Msr7b compare?
Let me know if your interested, I'm already doing another pair for a fellow headfier. Just ordered another pair of H6 Gen 2s from Amazon UK while they are at a bargain price.
Oh yeah, I'm definitely interested. I have to acquire another set 1st though.
The H6 is smooth with good head room. It just sucks you into the music with a fairly balanced sound - slight low end bump. Mids are slightly recessed, but easily equalized.
While the H6 has more decay, the Msr7b has a better sense of attack. Greater defined imaging and separation. Mids are less organic than the H6, and slightly forward - especially the high mids. Guitars are smooth and crunchy with the H6, more aggression and sizzle with the Msr7b. Msr7b has appropriate bass when the track calls for it, but low mids, certain drums sound a bit light and hollow at times. Greater treble extension though.
The H6 is lush, but never boring. Msr7b has more pop, and can get slightly fatiguing without some EQ work. Both have a really nice Soundstage, but in different ways. I like the airyness of the H6, while it's easier to pinpoint instruments on the Msr7b. Both are keepers for sure. Best portables I've heard, but I still think the 99 Classics take the cake, especially with rock n roll, which I primarily listen to.
What are some of your other favorite cans for metal and such?Cool, thanks for the comparison. I just sold my 99c, had them a week and couldn't eq them to sound how i like. Even if I did I couldn't wear them at the gym. I'm a metal head so was surprised.
What are some of your other favorite cans for metal and such?