[GunGrave]

Parametric EQ?

I could never get equalizer APO to work on my PC, not sure why.
Also, the wolly low sub bass response can't really be fixed I think.

 

[bagwell359]

I could never get equalizer APO to work on my PC, not sure why.
Also, the wolly low sub bass response can't really be fixed I think.

Yes you can’t get bass cannon bass out of them, but with say a 3.5 db lift from 70 Hz down your overall score in the lower bass could go from a 5/10 to a 6.25/10. A SS amp with more juice always makes planars happier too in my experience

 

[GunGrave]

Comming back to my amp question, just discovered the Topping DX5 lite (aka no MQA) AT 350 euros here, 100 cheaper than DX5.
That is awfully tempting.

 

[thejyc]

I have both the Variations and the XS now. I did a little AB comparisons. There are some similarities. Variations does have more sub bass though. But the presentation and sound stage are similar on a lot of songs. Vocals, treble also similar. I'd say the XS has more mids, just a little thicker there.

I wouldn't say the XS is a big upgrade from the Variations in any department. And depending on your preferences you could like either one better. But if you love the Variations you'll definitely love the XS.

My bad for replying to an old post but does the XS have equal or slightly more detail than the variations?

 

[jdan1457]

My bad for replying to an old post but does the XS have equal or slightly more detail than the variations?

I don't have the variations any longer but I remember thinking they were pretty close in detail.

 

[GunGrave]

Just found this: https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/fiio-k7.26183/reviews
I am really tempted by the Fiio K7. Good dual dac + dual amp implementation, a hint of warmth and all the power needed for most cans, true balanced output. One reviewer event tested it with the Edition XS.

 

[Daorom]

Just found this: https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/fiio-k7.26183/reviews
I am really tempted by the Fiio K7. Good dual dac + dual amp implementation, a hint of warmth and all the power needed for most cans, true balanced output. One reviewer event tested it with the Edition XS.

Maybe then K9 pro (AKM)?

 

[GunGrave]

Maybe then K9 pro (AKM)?

K9 Pro (AKM) if you can find it as it is discontinued I believe is almost 800 euros. It's way off budget, even more expensive then the Edition XS.

 

[ZCrow]

Just curious, has anyone seen posts, articles or pics of anyone that has swapped out the headband for a suspension head band on the XS?

 

[Kentajalli]

Just curious, has anyone seen posts, articles or pics of anyone that has swapped out the headband for a suspension head band on the XS?

Swapping out, almost impossible , but . . .
Post in thread 'Hifiman Edition XS Mods' https://www.head-fi.org/threads/hifiman-edition-xs-mods.961413/post-16749279

 

[Ichos]

Dear friends, here is my opinion on the Edition XS.
One of the best headphones in the sub 1K region.

https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/hifiman-edition-xs.25623/review/30770/

Really great, they get more head time than the Ananda (V2),!

 

[Surf Monkey]

Dear friends, here is my opinion on the Edition XS.
One of the best headphones in the sub 1K region.

https://www.head-fi.org/showcase/hifiman-edition-xs.25623/review/30770/

Really great, they get more head time than the Ananda (V2),!

Nice. The EXS is a killer set for sure. My take on them is similar to yours. Exceptional value for the price of entry.

 

[Johnfg465vd]

Paired with the EF400, I'm content with this combo even after trying other Headphones like 109 Pro, Ananda, Clear... e..t.c. so the XS is definitely good value.

 

[jody2k]

Paired with the EF400, I'm content with this combo even after trying other Headphones like 109 Pro, Ananda, Clear... e..t.c. so the XS is definitely good value.

XS is one of the best value in it's price range I agree !
But strangely I hated the sound of the EF400 with the XS headphone, I don't know why maybe my unit was defective.
I found out that my qudelix 5K cheap bluetooth dac sounded better in every way compared to the expensive EF400 amp.

 

[Daorom]

XS is one of the best value in it's price range I agree !
But strangely I hated the sound of the EF400 with the XS headphone, I don't know why maybe my unit was defective.
I found out that my qudelix 5K cheap bluetooth dac sounded better in every way compared to the expensive EF400 amp.

EF400 needs a long warm-up one and a half hundred hours!Plus, you just need to warm up after turning it on. You may also not like the soft wet sound especially if you like to listen to fast and electronic things. EF400 - device for classical music and non-aggressive jazz.