[Randolph Duke]

I loved these at first, but after awhile I found them a tad too bright.
For me- The sound quality was too crystal clear.
I realized i prefer a more slightly veiled sig.
But impressive none the less.

 

[dryvadeum]

I can't believe how good these headphones sound! I'm listening to Y's by Joanna Newsom and it just sounds so natural and perfect.

 

[jchu]

Anyone know how to get small scratches out?
I was rubbing off the Hifiman HE-400 on the side and left some scratch marks on one of the sides
They have no depth to them, but are visible when you put it under light

 

[flilow06]

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Hey, with the travel case do you have to detach the cable every time you put it in the case?

 
Yea, they're not even close to fitting with the cables still on.

 

[chewy4]

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They sound great. Noticed an improvement in female vocals immediately over the velours (which wasn't something I was expecting) while listening to Eclipse/Blue by Nosaj Thing.

Immensely comfortable as well. So deep and soft.

Nice song, I really like that album. Nosaj Thing is awesome.
 
The pads are indeed extremely comfortable. I never really found the HE-400's particularly comfortable before I had them(still not uncomfortable just nothing special), but now they're really comfortable.

 

[dryvadeum]

Ok, so I just took one earpad off to see how easy it was and can't get the last flap clicked back under the rim. Any tips? I don't want to force it too much as it feels like it''l break the ring.

 

[flilow06]

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Ok, so I just took one earpad off to see how easy it was and can't get the last flap clicked back under the rim. Any tips? I don't want to force it too much as it feels like it''l break the ring.

It feels painful but you just have to manhandle it. Give it one good push inwards and then down. I've found that trying to go about it gently just makes it take more tries, making it more likely you screw up a clip before you break the ring IMO.

 

[dryvadeum]

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It feels painful but you just have to manhandle it. Give it one good push inwards and then down. I've found that trying to go about it gently just makes it take more tries, making it more likely you screw up a clip before you break the ring IMO.

Ok, I'll give a go at "manhandling" it lol. If it breaks I'll be pissed.
 
Edit: Just did it and it worked. Thanks.

 

[bcpk]

Ok, so I just took one earpad off to see how easy it was and can't get the last flap clicked back under the rim. Any tips? I don't want to force it too much as it feels like it''l break the ring.

Push on the outer edge of the ring or slightly above it on the material with one finger.

 

[dryvadeum]

Does anyone know of a case that fits these cans without having to remove the cable every time?

 

[flilow06]

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Ok, I'll give a go at "manhandling" it lol. If it breaks I'll be pissed.
 
Edit: Just did it and it worked. Thanks.

Haha, good to hear. I should have put a "not responsible for what may occur during said manhandling" disclaimer in that post.
 
Since the dust cover has a decent amount of give, I've also found it helpful to get my finger behind the clip and lift the inner part of the ring up a little bit as I push inwards and down at the outer part. It angles the clip just a little bit, if that makes sense..

 

[Sniping]

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Ok, so I just took one earpad off to see how easy it was and can't get the last flap clicked back under the rim. Any tips? I don't want to force it too much as it feels like it''l break the ring.

Just like Matt recommended in OP, try using a credit card, should work quite well for getting the last one in.

 

[Sniping]

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What's the bass like with these pads? I have a pair at home but haven't fitted them yet.

Bass improves with the J$ pads, I like them a lot. Although jergpads may sound better overall, I think I prefer the comfort on the J$, as that's part of the factor for me.
Edit: Sorry, maybe I should elaborate a bit. I think the impact and quantity of bass is the change I noticed the most.

 

[flilow06]

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Does anyone know of a case that fits these cans without having to remove the cable every time?

 
Maybe a Hippocase: http://www.headfonia.com/headphone-transporter-the-hippocase/
 
I'd be a little nervous to have them bouncing around in there with the cables still on though.

 

[dryvadeum]

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Maybe a Hippocase: http://www.headfonia.com/headphone-transporter-the-hippocase/
 
I'd be a little nervous to have them bouncing around in there with the cables still on though.

Yeah, but I think constantly removing the cables will only wear them out quicker. I actually think the cable attachments are really poorly designed.