EyEPoD
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I received my PS-1s today along with my EAR HP-4. I quickly converted the HP-4 to U.S. voltage and got underway listening. I had been listening to my 650s on my Max for the last month, so I have gotten used to that general sound.
PS-1+Max - Not a bad combo, crossfeed makes almost no difference in terms of positioning, and actually differs from the 650 in that is seems to make the sound a little brighter (whereas with the 650s the bass can feel somewhat bloated). I had the RS-1s for about a week (I will get them back soon to do a comparison) and was not too thrilled with their sound out of the Max. The PS-1s definately have a different presentation (from what I can remember). The image is still very detailed, but definately not as bright as the RS-1. The bass is deep and textured. the combo doesnt sound as natural as the 650s+Max though, so given the choice I would probably prefer the 650s here given the other components in my system (see profile or sig).
PS-1+HP-4 - Listening to this as I type. Beautiful sound. In comparison to the max, the warmer sound really makes the PS-1s shine. Ive tested a few different genres so far with this setup and I am very impressed so far.
I really just wanted to start this thread, Ive only had the combo for about an hour (it took me about 20 min. to get it converted) so I havn't had much listening time.
I will update you guys with a full comparison, HD650s vs RS1s vs PS-1s with the MAX and the HP-4 soon. Pictures will be added soon as well.
PS-1+Max - Not a bad combo, crossfeed makes almost no difference in terms of positioning, and actually differs from the 650 in that is seems to make the sound a little brighter (whereas with the 650s the bass can feel somewhat bloated). I had the RS-1s for about a week (I will get them back soon to do a comparison) and was not too thrilled with their sound out of the Max. The PS-1s definately have a different presentation (from what I can remember). The image is still very detailed, but definately not as bright as the RS-1. The bass is deep and textured. the combo doesnt sound as natural as the 650s+Max though, so given the choice I would probably prefer the 650s here given the other components in my system (see profile or sig).
PS-1+HP-4 - Listening to this as I type. Beautiful sound. In comparison to the max, the warmer sound really makes the PS-1s shine. Ive tested a few different genres so far with this setup and I am very impressed so far.
I really just wanted to start this thread, Ive only had the combo for about an hour (it took me about 20 min. to get it converted) so I havn't had much listening time.
I will update you guys with a full comparison, HD650s vs RS1s vs PS-1s with the MAX and the HP-4 soon. Pictures will be added soon as well.
