[MacedonianHero]

 
Just looking at the peaks on the data posted at Innerfidelity it looks to me like the HE-1000 is more peaky or about the same as the HEX in the 8-10K range but nobody complains about it being peaky.  The spectra are pretty similar.  What am I missing?

Nothing...there have very smooth and extended treble. 

 

[OctaviaeZ]

Had to chance to try these with the Audeze deckard, and a dedicated amp definitely had nice improvements (not saying the deckard is the best match, just the one they had on display)
 
With that being said, what's a good $200-$300 AMP (have a DAC already) in your guys' opinion? Does not need to be portable, I'll be using it for home use

 I know the Mojo is a superb match, but my father is being very generous as it is and going over $300 is not an option atm. I have no problem going used if it means a better amp 

 
 
edit: Didn't someone say the TEAC HA-P50 was good? Also was looking at the Sony PHA1A and Oppo HA-2

 

[tuna47]

Try looking at schiits less expensive amps the asgard is a very nice desktop

 

[obsidyen]

Tyll's review:
 
http://www.innerfidelity.com/content/hifiman-edition-x-delightful-portable-players

 

[wdh777]

Does anyone know of a good travel case for these? Thanks

 

[DoCZero]

I just auctioned the HEX in Hong Kong and think they are awesome. Before I buy tho, has anyone tried or would care to comment on the pairing with the Woo audio WA7? Would it be a good match?

 

[tuna47]

Never listened to the woo but I know hex is not really amp dependent I think the dac is more important

 

[OctaviaeZ]

Never listened to the woo but I know hex is not really amp dependent I think the dac is more important

Interesting, do you think the ODAC is a good pairing?

 

[DoCZero]

Thanks Tuna - thats what worries me , do I waste money also on an amp when its not needed. 

 

[tuna47]

I have the mojo which is a dac that happens to have an amp $600 I feel it's a great fit
I had the lyr and bifrost to mellow for my hifiman edition x. The hex needs a little brightness in my opinion

 

[JEspina456]

I have the mojo which is a dac that happens to have an amp $600 I feel it's a great fit
I had the lyr and bifrost to mellow for my hifiman edition x. The hex needs a little brightness in my opinion

I like the HEX because i think it's a little dark....but all ears are different.  I use a Bimby and Valhalla 2 set up.  

 

[DarktoreS]

 
POW POW POW

 

[doraymon]

I just auctioned the HEX in Hong Kong and think they are awesome. Before I buy tho, has anyone tried or would care to comment on the pairing with the Woo audio WA7? Would it be a good match?

Hong Kong Headfier? Please also join here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/796170/hong-kong-head-fiers-unite

 

[DoCZero]

Sorry, I was traveling in Hong Kong, I'm an Australian, living in Malaysia and currently posting this msg from Singapore

 

[DarktoreS]

 
My final choice for drive the HEX is here, this is Alo Continental dual mono ! In Sonotone tubes and balanced cable, AMAZING