[clackbait]

I see. I do like velour more for comfort but I'm used to ZMF Velour pads creating a flatter sound that is easier to listen to.
Looking forward to trying velour.

I found the pads make a noticeable sound difference. The Velour pads make it sound more airy and relaxed, and are super comfortable. Leather is more intimate and punchy. I like both options.

 

[Doctor HiFi]

then use the Pro iCAN Sig exclusively (the Pro iDSD typically doesn't [depending on HP] provide enough gain on its own, even in pro mode) to remotely adjust the volume level of the system. Now, depending on variables (HP, impedance, Aegis volume position) the iCAN occasionally has to work a bit too hard and goes into protection mode for a few seconds. This obviously prompts me to turn off the xbass setting or reduce volume. Putting the Pro iDSD into pro fixed ouput mode takes some of the load off the iCAN (compared to hi-fi fixed mode) which keeps its volume pot lower and actually prevents it from going into protection mode.

Interesting to hear about your iCAN going into protection mode, the gain limitations on your iDSD, and the need to use Pro mode. I haven’t experienced any of these issues, nor have I had to use Pro mode on my iDSD. It’s worth noting that my iDSD feeds my HA300MK2 via RCA cables (so, lower power than XLR), yet it still provides ample gain. In fact, I have limited wiggle room with the HA300’s volume knob—each step causes a noticeable jump in volume, especially with more sensitive, easier-to-drive headphones.

 

[DaJustin]

I found the pads make a noticeable sound difference. The Velour pads make it sound more airy and relaxed, and are super comfortable. Leather is more intimate and punchy. I like both options.

I have yet to remove the pads. Is it easy to do?

 

[RobertSM]

I'll have to live vicariously through you all this weekend. My GTs have been further delayed and now UPS is forecasting a Monday delivery.

 

[Chris Kaoss]

Yes, that is the approach! We do not create different tunings, we measure and match the pads and make sure that the customer gets to experience the one GT sound (while being able to choose between different comfort experiences).

Refreshing approach.

Wether you like leather or velour, you still get the Hedd-Sound, no matter what.

As a leather pad guy, I like that the user has not to think about: will I lose/ gain some in favor of different personal comfort levels?

 

[clackbait]

I have yet to remove the pads. Is it easy to do?

Very easy! It's magnetic and press fit. So just pull them off and when you place them back on, just press down till it's made contact at the base. Be mindful of L & R (stickers on the back)

 

[Pan Varox]

Today I auditioned Heddphones 2 GT for some time at the show.

What struck me the most was abundance of detail in midrange. Vocals, strings, snares - everything sounded super natural, but also detailed with very clean reverberations, echo etc…

They still remain a great tool for analysis I think

Bass wasn’t overblown, but just in right proportion. I didn’t feel any obvious bass roll-off. The impact and rumble was there, but also not trying to get my attention too much.

Highs were super fast and precise, but with no audible sharpness or sibilance. Soundstage wasn’t outstanding in any way, it just felt natural and accurate.

Overall these were really to my liking.

 

[clackbait]

Today I auditioned Heddphones 2 GT for some time at the show.

What struck me the most was abundance of detail in midrange. Vocals, strings, snares - everything sounded super natural, but also detailed with very clean reverberations, echo etc…

They still remain a great tool for analysis I think

Bass wasn’t overblown, but just in right proportion. I didn’t feel any obvious bass roll-off. The impact and rumble was there, but also not trying to get my attention too much.

Highs were super fast and precise, but with no audible sharpness or sibilance. Soundstage wasn’t outstanding in any way, it just felt natural and accurate.

Overall these were really to my liking.

Do you happen to know what setup they used to drive the GT? amp/dac

 

[Pan Varox]

Do you happen to know what setup they used to drive the GT? amp/dac

It was fed balanced from Violectric V550 and Auralic Vega S1. I didn't find the Heddphones 2 GT hard to drive. This Violectric amp isn't some wattage monster and yet I could barely move the potentiometer over 9 o'clock, so I wouldn't agree that they need a lot of power. The recommended 1W power seems on point

 

[clackbait]

It was fed balanced from Violectric V550 and Auralic Vega S1. I didn't find the Heddphones 2 GT hard to drive. This Violectric amp isn't some wattage monster and yet I could barely move the potentiometer over 9 o'clock, so I wouldn't agree that they need a lot of power. The recommended 1W power seems on point

Interesting. I have mine running in some high-wattage (not high end) amp/dacs, however they seem like they need a lot more juice. Perhaps your impression was due to the high output voltage that violectirc pushes (my friend uses that amp for his Tungstens DS). I have a Violectric V222 on the way to try with this headset and I'll let you know what I find. I appreciate the response homie.

 

[Tirandosaurus]

Interesting to hear about your iCAN going into protection mode, the gain limitations on your iDSD, and the need to use Pro mode. I haven’t experienced any of these issues, nor have I had to use Pro mode on my iDSD. It’s worth noting that my iDSD feeds my HA300MK2 via RCA cables (so, lower power than XLR), yet it still provides ample gain. In fact, I have limited wiggle room with the HA300’s volume knob—each step causes a noticeable jump in volume, especially with more sensitive, easier-to-drive headphones.

Oh yeah but, keep in mind, it's because I'm keeping my Aegis volume pot low due to the elevated noise floor caused by my unconditioned household power. The ZMF Aegis also only has a single ended RCA input so its XLR output isn't truly balanced. If it were, I wouldn't be hearing that noise floor I'm sure. Definitely plan on getting a power conditioner as most Aegis owners don't have any noise issues at all (unless it's tube related of course!).

My other issue could be the Western Electric 396As I rolled into my Pro iCAN Sig, as I can't recall it ever going into protection mode while in solid state mode... Really prefer the sweet, smooth harmonics of the WEs over the thicker, darker GE5670s, but I might put them back in just to see if the protection mode still triggers.

 

[Tirandosaurus]

Getting back on topic, I'm utterly enamored with the HEDD2 GT right now. The AMT driver definitely has the unique flavor I was hoping for and I'm really enjoying listening to familiar tracks in a very new way.

As the only other "flagship caliber" headphones I own are all ZMFs, the only comparison I can conjure up is, to my ears, the GT is almost like a combination of both the Atrium open and Caldera open. Which is to say, effin' fantastic! It has the mid-forward intimacy and weighty, textured bass of the Atrium along with the speed and crystal clear/razor edged precision of the Caldera. *chef's kiss*

I should mention that I prefer the Atrium open with some iFi Xbass sauce to add weight to the bass while the H2 GT doesn't need it at all (nor the Caldera).

Minor quibbles are, perhaps, depending on the track, slightly too much treble that requires a little taming via tube harmonics and/or a touch of EQ (also similar to the Atrium). Lastly, being spoiled by numerous ZMF earpads, I wish I could fit some of my collection on the GT (have an HFA Dahlia pre-ordered for that purpose though, oops, sorry wallet...). Though, I appreciate the tuning being unaffected by the two stock pads, it could also be very interesting to hear it with different shapes, sizes, materials etc...

 

[Hifiearspeakers]

Getting back on topic, I'm utterly enamored with the HEDD2 GT right now. The AMT driver definitely has the unique flavor I was hoping for and I'm really enjoying listening to familiar tracks in a very new way.

As the only other "flagship caliber" headphones I own are all ZMFs, the only comparison I can conjure up is, to my ears, the GT is almost like a combination of both the Atrium open and Caldera open. Which is to say, effin' fantastic! It has the mid-forward intimacy and weighty, textured bass of the Atrium along with the speed and crystal clear/razor edged precision of the Caldera. *chef's kiss*

I should mention that I prefer the Atrium open with some iFi Xbass sauce to add weight to the bass while the H2 GT doesn't need it at all (nor the Caldera).

Minor quibbles are, perhaps, depending on the track, slightly too much treble that requires a little taming via tube harmonics and/or a touch of EQ (also similar to the Atrium). Lastly, being spoiled by numerous ZMF earpads, I wish I could fit some of my collection on the GT (have an HFA Dahlia pre-ordered for that purpose though, oops, sorry wallet...). Though, I appreciate the tuning being unaffected by the two stock pads, it could also be very interesting to hear it with different shapes, sizes, materials etc...

I have no idea what pads you have on your Atrium, but as someone who has owned 3 Atriums and bought and sold the Caldera, there is no way the Caldera has as much and certainly not more, bass as the Atrium

 

[Tirandosaurus]

I have no idea what pads you have on your Atrium, but as someone who has owned 3 Atriums and bought and sold the Caldera, there is no way the Caldera has as much and certainly not more, bass as the Atrium

Very different bass presentations though, so it depends on both your system/chain and what type of bass your ears are more sensitive to. Dynamic drivers literally pump air into your ears while planars rely more on a resonating sub bass effect to create it. IFi's xbass feature emphasizes the sub bass region specifically. The Caldera loses bass control from it while the Atrium can handle it like a boss and turns it into a bass violence BEAST.

 

[lostumpire]

Hello guys I made up my mind to get this headphone instead of the new Fostex TH1100.