[vapman]

yup, next step up is new dac or amp instead of new IEMs IMO

 

[warrior1975]

I have to agree, I don't think I've touched my g2 since acquiring the Sony Xb90ex but maybe once or twice, both times were either due to soreness of my ear from the Sony or for a comparison. It's been over a month, my only regret was not getting them sooner.

 

[Hawaiibadboy]

I have to agree, I don't think I've touched my g2 since acquiring the Sony Xb90ex but maybe once or twice, both times were either due to soreness of my ear from the Sony or for a comparison. It's been over a month, my only regret was not getting them sooner.

 
 
Diminishing returns is real and sometimes it goes backwards.
 
My 2 sets of sub $200 Sony get all my time and the 2.5 has been regulated to comparison set.
 
ex800st is a fine spot to stand on for a while and focus on source (mojo   IMO) or cable since the ex cable sucks hard

 

[dragion]

Thanks all for the helpful advice!
 
Looks like my next adventure will be looking into an amp...Mojo as HBB recommended, also considering re-cabling the EX800ST!
 
The issue is budget, just got into a new Infiniti Q50S and can't place any funds toward my other "hobbies" per the wife! 

 
 
Any more suggestions will be great...especially inexpensive ones!

 

[vapman]

I hear the Cayin C5 is pretty cheap and has nice power to boot but I have never heard one.

 

[dragion]

  I hear the Cayin C5 is pretty cheap and has nice power to boot but I have never heard one.

Great!
I'll look into it.
 
 
Not sure if I should dive into an amp just yet...maybe wait until I'm "able" to make a purchase first.
Once I get going...there is no stopping, which only leads to trouble!

 

[thejammonster]

  Thanks all for the helpful advice!
 
Looks like my next adventure will be looking into an amp...Mojo as HBB recommended, also considering re-cabling the EX800ST!
 
The issue is budget, just got into a new Infiniti Q50S and can't place any funds toward my other "hobbies" per the wife! 

 
 
Any more suggestions will be great...especially inexpensive ones!

 
Does it need to be portable? The Schiit Magni/Modi 2 Uber stack works wonders.

 

[dragion]

   
Does it need to be portable? The Schiit Magni/Modi 2 Uber stack works wonders.

Preferably so...
 
I have both a Home Theater System and a 2 Channel Stereo System for home audio listening.
 
My headphones are usually for on the go or when I'm just moving about.
 
 
Thanks for the suggestion.

 

[cuiter23]

Is the EX800st good for portable use? Or let me rephrase it - is it acceptable? (i.e. bus, walking, etc)

 

[dragion]

  Is the EX800st good for portable use? Or let me rephrase it - is it acceptable? (i.e. bus, walking, etc)

I think it is...it really depends on the environment you are in.
Close quarters it might be a bit leaking, but walking should be fine.
 
Since mine is taped, it might be an improvement regarding audio leakage.
 
 
HBB and/or vanman probably can give more detail regarding this...

 

[cuiter23]

I think it is...it really depends on the environment you are in.
Close quarters it might be a bit leaking, but walking should be fine.

Since mine is taped, it might be an improvement regarding audio leakage.


HBB and/or vanman probably can give more detail regarding this...

Thanks for the reply. Would it be too much of a hassle for you to take a picture of how you taped it?

I am seriously considering the ex800. Thanks so much!

 

[Hawaiibadboy]

  Is the EX800st good for portable use? Or let me rephrase it - is it acceptable? (i.e. bus, walking, etc)

 
 
I am pitting the 2.5 ASG and the ex800st...again!!
 
 
 
I think the ex800 are fine for outside. I would rec an after market cable since the stock one is kinda wild but longer than the xb90.

 

[warrior1975]

Cayin C5 is an excellent option for an amp, great device, wonderful bass boost.

 

[Hawaiibadboy]

Thanks for the reply. Would it be too much of a hassle for you to take a picture of how you taped it?

I am seriously considering the ex800. Thanks so much!

 
 
 

 

 
It is very small and not noticeable when worn. If it were I'd cut it to shape and line it up proper. It has one thumb tack hole

 

[cuiter23]

 
 
It is very small and not noticeable when worn. If it were I'd cut it to shape and line it up proper. It has one thumb tack hole

 
Appreciate it! Thanks for your contributions to this thread