RCBinTN
Headphoneus Supremus
Those were David's words, not mine.
He used a wide range of music genres and amps, in his HP reviews, which I highly respect (his list is on Page 1).
This was the first thread I read 100% on joining Head-Fi, because everything David wrote seemed so objective ... and I needed help!
Here is David's quote - from Page 1 ... he used the word "finicky" not "picky" ...
"AMP FINICKY: With regard to amp synergy, the HD800 has a reputation for being finicky. This means that it can sound amazing in one setup and harsh or lifeless in another setup. As a result, it can be quite the task when planning a setup around the HD800."
That was my task ... to achieve a setup around the HD800.
After several failures, I finally achieved success whilst spending a Lot less money on gear than did David (check out the price of his DAC equipment!).
BTW, I enjoy all music genres on my HD800 - from metal to classical. You see me on the Listening thread.
The HD800 are truly a universal headphone.
FWIW, YMMV, you know..
He used a wide range of music genres and amps, in his HP reviews, which I highly respect (his list is on Page 1).
This was the first thread I read 100% on joining Head-Fi, because everything David wrote seemed so objective ... and I needed help!
Here is David's quote - from Page 1 ... he used the word "finicky" not "picky" ...
"AMP FINICKY: With regard to amp synergy, the HD800 has a reputation for being finicky. This means that it can sound amazing in one setup and harsh or lifeless in another setup. As a result, it can be quite the task when planning a setup around the HD800."
That was my task ... to achieve a setup around the HD800.
After several failures, I finally achieved success whilst spending a Lot less money on gear than did David (check out the price of his DAC equipment!).
BTW, I enjoy all music genres on my HD800 - from metal to classical. You see me on the Listening thread.
The HD800 are truly a universal headphone.
FWIW, YMMV, you know..