[chicolom]

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I avoided comparing them so I wouldn't want both headphones... and end up ordering another Annie!

 
 
I see.   Protecting the wallet. 

 

[Change is Good]

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I see.   Protecting the wallet. 

 
You know, I never bothered to ask you how the X1 pairs with the M-Stage. I know the X1 has an impedance of 30 ohms and am reading the M-Stage doesn't work well with low impedence cans (due to its 5 ohm output).
 
Edit: I really hope it does pair well with the X1... because if not... there goes my wallet...

 

[Goride]

I already have a pair of Sennheiser HD595 when I am in the mood for competitive gaming.
 
I want to get a second pair as a complementry (and an upgrade as well) for when I want a more fun and immersive experiance.  They will be primarily used for computer games, though they will see some music and movie use.  (I do have a nice 5.1 speaker setup in the living room for when I am watching movies, listening to music, and console gaming.  But I am on the computer a lot and primarily use headphones back there.)
 
I was considering the HiFiMan HE-400 and maybe even the HE-500 for this purpose. 
 
Do you think the HE-400/500 would be a good complementry set for a more immersive and fun experiance, while I have the HD595 for when I want to be more competitive?  Or would you suggest a different pair for this purpose?

 

[chicolom]

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You know, I never bothered to ask you how the X1 pairs with the M-Stage. I know the X1 has an impedance of 30 ohms and am reading the M-Stage doesn't work well with low impedence cans (due to its 5 ohm output).
 
Edit: I really hope it does pair well with the X1... because if not... there goes my wallet...

 
 
Don't worry about it, the whole output impedance things is way overblown (people over exaggerating something miniscule...on Head-fi?!  Impossible!!!). 
 
People use the E9s 10ohm output with all kinds of cans without problems.  All of the x70x are 62 ohm and it's recommened to have a damping factor of 8 (so E9s 10ohm output x 8 = 80, > 62ohm AKGs).  People even use >100 ohm outputs, like receivers and that Beyer Headzone without problems.
 
I've listened to the X1 off the M-stage and my iCan (which has less than 0.5ohm output impedance) and I can't detect any audible difference from the output impedance.

 

[Change is Good]

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Don't worry about it, the whole output impedance things is way overblown (people over exaggerating something miniscule...on Head-fi?!  Impossible!!!). 
 
People use the E9s 10ohm output with all kinds of cans without problems.  All of the x70x are 62 ohm and it's recommened to have a damping factor of 8 (so E9s 10ohm output x 8 = 80, > 62ohm AKGs).  People even use >100 ohm outputs, like receivers and that Beyer Headzone without problems.
 
I've listened to the X1 off the M-stage and my iCan (which has less than 0.5ohm output impedance) and I can't detect any audible difference from the output impedance.

 
Whew, thanks! These will be arriving tomorrow and I was a little worried as you can see. Now I can sleep well tonight...

 

[MadMag]

http://www.head-fi.org/products/little-dot-i
 
this work with the dt990 pro 250?
is just a amp?no dac?

 

[chicolom]

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http://www.head-fi.org/products/little-dot-i
 
this work with the dt990 pro 250?
is just a amp?no dac?

 
It's just an amp.  A tube amp.

 

[saintrock]

I have a question, I want to be able to hear positional accuracy but have bass at the same but not break the bank. I currently can get a pair of Sennheiser HD595's for 100$ or a pair of AD700's for 99.95, what's the better headphone. I'll be playing on PC/Consoles with games such as CoD and battlefield, but I also listen to dubstep/rock/country/rap/metal. I listen to music a lot.

 

[chicolom]

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I have a question, I want to be able to hear positional accuracy but have bass at the same but not break the bank. I currently can get a pair of Sennheiser HD595's for 100$ or a pair of AD700's for 99.95, what's the better headphone. I'll be playing on PC/Consoles with games such as CoD and battlefield, but I also listen to dubstep/rock/country/rap/metal. I listen to music a lot.

 
 
HD595 has more bass than AD700.  Both are good for competitive gamning.  However, neither of those will have enough bass for dubstep/rap/etc.  You can try raping them with EQ, but otherwise you may want to look at a different headphone, or break the bank.
 
If you listen to music a lot, it's worth owning a >$100 headphone. 

 

[saintrock]

I'm on a tight budget, that's why I'm asking is the HD 595 for 100$ a good deal?

 

[chicolom]

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I'm on a tight budget, that's why I'm asking is the HD 595 for 100$ a good deal?

 
I would look for cheaper HD555s instead then mod them into the HD595s.
 
You might look at the HD518 too:
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-518-Headphones-Black/dp/B0042A68R8/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1370424843&sr=8-3&keywords=hd558
http://www.head-fi.org/t/575369/sennheiser-hd-598-558-518-which-one-do-you-recommend-me#post_7814022
http://www.head-fi.org/t/572652/sennheiser-hd-518-vs-hd-558#post_7907376

 

[saintrock]

I've thought about saving up for the DT990 PRO's 250 OHM version, would these be worth extra the 60 or so dollar's?

 

[chicolom]

If you like their sound. They have strong bass and treble. They're not going to give an improvement for competitive play.

 

[saintrock]

Are the DT990's still good for gaming?

 

[kellte2]

Are the DT990's still good for gaming?

Very much so.