I didn't report it, but that's actually what you are supposed to do on forums instead of a back-and-forth with people eating up more forum bandwidth.
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= HiFiMAN HE-560 Impressions & Discussion Thread =
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this is unbelievable - seems like people are getting two different versions of the HE-560. I have the original HE-560, and I prefer them over my LCD- X, TH-X00, HE-6. (Audiogd r2r DAC + Audiogd NFB 1 Amp). Maybe people don't like the He-560 because they aren't driving them properly? I don't know. I mean I don't have any scientific evidence to prove that once headphone is better than the other. Just going by what my ears tell me.
I have almost the exact same gear (HE-560, LCD-X, iFi Black Label, and Audio-gd 28.38) and have almost the exact same conclusion. I prefer the X and think it's more capable technically, but the two are close enough to warrant a comparison and I could certainly see someone preferring the 560s. Amp pairing is certainly an issue with a headphone like this, one that has a brighter tuning and excels in sub-bass.
I think people are just getting caught up in a newer-is-better mentality, along with dissatisfaction with HiFiMan's recent build issues which have resulted in inconsistency in the units. The 560 is an excellent headphone, but it is a bit bright and lacks a crowd-pleasing tuning. Those are the reasons there are such divergent opinions on it.
I got the Adorama version of HE560. Paired with Schiit YGG and Mjolnir. I don't think it is that good compare to other headphones I have, but at $300 purchasing price, I think it is a step above HD600 line.
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thank you - yes something changed with the new version of the HE-560 (or at least it feels like it with all the comparisons people are making) . I own HD650, and HD660, and they don't even come close to the HE560. The HD650 actually sounds muddy, with uncontrolled bass driven with the hardware I listed earlier.
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It reminds me of that one time, when I bought a BMW M4 and thought it was an OK car due to the fact I kept driving it on regular streets. When it was meant to be driven on a track.
This is a made up analogy - I don't own an M4, but you get the point LOL.
LCMusicLover
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Just be glad you weren't over on that other really super site. They'd be looking for your body parts
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The HE-560 are one of my favorite pairs of headphones, paired with a Lyr 2, which has enough power for these low-sensitivity beasts. My listening is 99% classical music, and for that I much prefer them to the HD600, HD6XX, K7XX, DT880 and T1.2. I like them a little better than the Focal Elear especially for detail reproduction. They're superfast and clear, and just a joy to listen to, with all the bass extension I would want. The $299 price with the Sundara steel headband is a stupidly good deal. If I didn't already have two, I'd be buying.
Humblepie
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Well adorama has the new v2 he 560 starting for sale today and at 300 shipped. Originally these were not on my radar to pick up, but changed my mind.
I got their version 1 (the one with many people complaining about headband breaking). I wish I could just order a pair of Sundara's headband to put on my headphone.
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I think you can -$80 though, iirc
Wish I got the aluminum ones - definitely not a fan of wood, and would have preferred the steel
Wish I got the aluminum ones - definitely not a fan of wood, and would have preferred the steel
As per my signature, I've got a similar setup, in fact I actually got a pair of LCD-X's yesterday. I absolutely loved my 560's for a while (comfort not withstanding), but I've simply grown to enjoy a different sound. I got mine for $700CAD and regret nothing. For $300USD they're an absolute steal, as it's only my Clear's and LCD-X that I prefer to them. If I didn't have such big ears that get sore from my 560's (I've tried many pads, but my ears fit in none of them), I probably never would have continued seeking other options.this is unbelievable - seems like people are getting two different versions of the HE-560. I have the original HE-560, and I prefer them over my LCD- X, TH-X00, HE-6. (Audiogd r2r DAC + Audiogd NFB 1 Amp). Maybe people don't like the He-560 because they aren't driving them properly? I don't know. I mean I don't have any scientific evidence to prove that once headphone is better than the other. Just going by what my ears tell me.
Though not for me in the long run, I cant totally respect preferring them over many other cans.
TLDRonin
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Would a magni2 pair nicely with the 560s?
Guidostrunk
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If you can swing $229 new/free ship/warranty, or $180ish for a used one on here. I would definitely look into this. https://emotiva.com/products/a-100
Sold my Mjolnir 2 after spending 2 months with both.
Sold my Mjolnir 2 after spending 2 months with both.
ZekeAdebayo
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Not sure about the regular Magni 2 but I know the Magni 2 Uber works with it rather well I probably wouldn't drive it with anything less than that in terms of power. Otherwise it might end up sounding a little underpowered.
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I couldn't find them there for this price. Could you provide the link? Maybe I would buy another pair! for 300 it is absolute fantastic deal. The he560 has only 1 weak spot and it is serious one The headband!. Other than that nothing comes close to them at their price range even at 500. I have come to this conclusion listening to them side by side with He500, Elear, HD800, Audioquest NH.
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