[ZapX629]

  Yes, they are amped with a Polaris from a Modi2U dac. I was actually really impressed with the bass of the shp9500s relative to the Beyers but I just subjectively prefer them. And I'm very used to them

Yeah, I feel you. Just wondered, because I found the sound really thin unamped, but a little juice went a long way.

 

[Bob A (SD)]

xDuoo X3 Rockboxed mated to a Topping NX1 by a NewFantasia 0.1m interconnect driving the Philips SHP9500 with 2mm felt mod / Mediabridge 4' 3.5mm M-M cable. 

 

 

[yangian]

  xDuoo X3 Rockboxed mated to a Topping NX1 by a NewFantasia 0.1m interconnect driving the Philips SHP9500 with 2mm felt mod / Mediabridge 4' 3.5mm M-M cable. 

 

 
Just wonder why you use NX1 for X3? Is it better than the HO? Thanks.

 

[Bob A (SD)]

   
Just wonder why you use NX1 for X3? Is it better than the HO? Thanks.

I posted what your asking about in #2697 of the xDuoo X3 thread in the portable source subforum.  http://www.head-fi.org/t/782912/xduoo-x3-dsd-24bit-192khz-cs4398-chip-lossless-music-player/2685#post_12459929
 
 
"Weeks ago (pre Rockbox) I reported this about using the NX1 external amp with my X3 and IEMs:   "Honestly I don't find any substantive SQ difference between the X3 as a standalone or coupled with the NX1.  I do like the convenience of the volume knob on the NX1 when shirt pocket carrying the DAP though." 
 
Recently I've been advised for the time being to forego any extended use of IEMs.  I picked up a pair of the heavily hyped (appropriately so) inexpensive Philips SHP9500 which I tweaked as described here http://tinyurl.com/z48euu5.  I also swapped the stock 10' cable out for a solidly built Mediabridge 4' 3.5mm M-M cable which is the perfect length for use with my X3.  On a whim I decided to try the X3-Rockboxed/NX1 combination with the SHP9500s (no EQ just the Meier crossfeed active).  This time there does indeed seem to be a difference in SQ with a wider soundstage and more impactful bass over the X3 as a standalone with these very lightweight super comfortable 50mm neodymium driver cans.  Color me pleasantly surprised

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[Ni6htWalker]

getting a better cable really helps to get a better sound from the Philips SHP9500?if the answer is yes what cable recommend me to buy?

 

[Change is Good]

Pff, I just use a cheap Vmoda cable.

 

[Ni6htWalker]

Pff, I just use a cheap Vmoda cable.

cool!!one question if i buy the Vmoda boom mod i need to buy an adapter? to plug the boom mod to the  SHP9500.
Edit: i forget to ask you,is there any problem with the cable that comes with the SHP9500?

 

[Change is Good]

No need for an adapter. All Vmoda cables will fit. I have the Boompro and an audio only cable.

I don't like the stock cable because it is too long.

 

[Ni6htWalker]

No need for an adapter. All Vmoda cables will fit. I have the Boompro and an audio only cable.

I don't like the stock cable because it is too long.

cool man thank you for answer my questions,i will order those cables tonight.,this is the cable that i need to buy? http://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Extended-Audio-Cable-Dark/dp/B00MYTR7NS?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_2&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

 

[Change is Good]

Yes that is the one

 

[Drizz1e]

To be clear, you don't need to buy that unless you dislike the stock cable. There won't be any difference in sound quality.

 

[Ni6htWalker]

Yes that is the one

great!!thank you

 

[Ni6htWalker]

  To be clear, you don't need to buy that unless you dislike the stock cable. There won't be any difference in sound quality.

ahh ok!!but is good idea to have a short cable like the 3  or 6 feets.

 

[Drizz1e]

Sure, if you need a shorter cable then go for it.

 

[Ni6htWalker]

i just get my SHP9500 on the mailbox today

but i really need to burn in 100 to 200 hours this headphones?