Originally Posted by MrYman The reason I am considering to buy Beyerdynamic DT-770 is that I'd like to have quality closed headphones to listen to them at nights (HD-600 is bothering my gf when she goes to sleep next door), and while UM2 'sing' pretty good they are not comfortable to use for hours...
I know if costs quite a bit more, but maybe you can consider the W1000 and W5000?
Originally Posted by MrYman I was researching forums a bit, seem those who had the chance to try all three DT-770 models (300, 80 & 32 ohm) prefer 80 ohm best.... Jan, you still selling 80 ohm models? (This looks also like a good compromise to use them both directly from portable MP3 players and via HeadFIVE, right?)
Skylab, I saw you've tried all three versions of DT-770, so would you recommend me to go with 80ohm or 250ohm to be driven by HeadFIVE?
Well, I think the DT770/80 is the best all around headphone of the DT770 series, and so I would go for that. I use a headphile-modified pair for exactly what you want them for - listening in bed at night after my wife is asleep. They are terrific for that.
The Headfive isn't a bad match for DT770's, it's just that there are better amps for it (including from Meier). But the combination is still fun to listen to.
Originally Posted by Skylab Well, I think the DT770/80 is the best all around headphone of the DT770 series, and so I would go for that. I use a headphile-modified pair for exactly what you want them for - listening in bed at night after my wife is asleep. They are terrific for that.
The Headfive isn't a bad match for DT770's, it's just that there are better amps for it (including from Meier). But the combination is still fun to listen to.
Originally Posted by Ymer Well, eventually it could be useful.
But in fact, the question is: which is the best amplifier? Or are they exactly the same?
I only have the HeadFive, so what I say is comparing against the reputation of the Aria. The HeadFive is smoother and warmer - this is obvious even comparing against other amps. The roll offs are more like a tube amp. For this reason, it's more forgiving of faults in your source and headphones.
But this is at the cost of some detail as compared to the Aria. The Aria extracts a little more raw detail than the HeadFive can. It's therefore also a brighter presentation. So if this is your criterion for a good amp, then it's better.
Note that the comparison is relative to each other. Both are good amps and both represent good value for their respective prices.
My amp has been shipped today, so I should receive it in a week or so. I just couldn't pass on this chance to get one of Dr. Meiers amps for a very good price. =)
I'm hoping it pairs well with my HF-1, although the DT880 is more in need of a matching amp. It's more than likely that I will be selling my Millett soon.
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