[ButtUglyJeff]

   
The OPPO HA-1 headphone amplifier has recently been released and could be worth adding to your list. I'm hoping to see some reviews start coming out soon.
 
 
http://www.oppodigital.com/headphone-amplifier-ha-1/

 
 
Looks far more interesting to me then their new headphones....

 

[olegausany]

HA-1 is great with HD800

 

[hodgjy]

  What would be the best solid state amp for the 650's, and possibly for the HD800 in the future? I've been giving BH Crack a lot of thought, but with a solid state amp I wouldn't have to stress myself about different tubes. And the final price of the Crack wouldn't fall too far behind of eg. the Violectric V181/200. Other ss-amps in similar price range I've been looking into are Lehmannaudio Black Cube Linear, Burson Soloist/Soloist SL, and Graham Slee Solo Ultra Linear. What kind of experiences have you had with said amps, or other solid state amps in similar price range with 650's?
I'm not interested in anything overly analytical, if it stands in the way of musical enjoyment. Euphony is what I'm looking for.

 
TEAC HA-501 is lovely with my HD650s.

 

[MattTCG]

HA-1 is great with HD800

 
Interesting. What about the HA-1 compared to the crack with the hd800? 
 

 

[Eee Pee]

Mjolnir is great with the 650...  

 

[Lorspeaker]

i would go for tubes with hd800 n 650....
more versatile, just switch tubes to add some speed or bloom..
n adds that bit of "lift" to the music; FUN !!
BCL has a cooler signature, lots of microdetails...loved it when i had it.

 

[olegausany]

HA-1 is great with HD800

 
Interesting. What about the HA-1 compared to the crack with the hd800? 
 

That what i hope to find out tomorrow

 

[ccash]

Hey Lorspeaker, What brand and model of replacement cable are you using? Can't tell from your profile.

BTW, love your avatar pics!!

 

[Zojokkeli]

Well, I do not have a stack of amps here, but FWIW, I bought a Lovely Cube Lehmann clone, which was so good that it sparked the demon curiosity, and I bought the Lehmann Linear SE which goes wonderful things to the HD800. I actually use a Lyr with the HD650, because I have an upstairs/downstairs setup: Lehmann/HD800 upstairs, Lyr/HD650 downstairs. I would say to you that the Lehmann demands to be heard if you are contemplating SS. The SE, is particular, is glorious. As I said, FWIW. Euphony in spades, btw.

The SE sounds tempting, but it also costs twice as much as the regular Linear, so I can rule that out. Black Cube Linear is also said to be euphonic, so I guess it would be a good choice too.

SPL Auditor and Mjolnir can also be ruled out because of XLR- and balanced connections.

 

[Amictus]

The SE sounds tempting, but it also costs twice as much as the regular Linear, so I can rule that out. Black Cube Linear is also said to be euphonic, so I guess it would be a good choice too.

SPL Auditor and Mjolnir can also be ruled out because of XLR- and balanced connections.

You can read my report from post #82 ff in the "Lehmann Black Cube Linear" thread. http://www.head-fi.org/t/190769/lehmann-black-cube-linear/75#post_10491104

 

[MinedSafe]

I have received my Denon D7100 today as a swap for my HD650. I only listened for 20m and have to leave home now. For now I can say, they are different. Will update more later if anyone is interested? 

 

[Lorspeaker]

Hey Lorspeaker, What brand and model of replacement cable are you using? Can't tell from your profile.

BTW, love your avatar pics!!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/8-cores-Flat-braid-Headphone-Cable-Upgrade-For-SENNHEISER-HD580-HD600-HD650-1-2m-/111347870031?pt=UK_MP3_Player_Accessories_Cables_Adapters&hash=item19ecd9a94f
 
those damsels are grreeeeeeeeat company on headfi

 

[Jeff Y]

  What would be the best solid state amp for the 650's, and possibly for the HD800 in the future? I've been giving BH Crack a lot of thought, but with a solid state amp I wouldn't have to stress myself about different tubes. And the final price of the Crack wouldn't fall too far behind of eg. the Violectric V181/200. Other ss-amps in similar price range I've been looking into are Lehmannaudio Black Cube Linear, Burson Soloist/Soloist SL, and Graham Slee Solo Ultra Linear. What kind of experiences have you had with said amps, or other solid state amps in similar price range with 650's?
I'm not interested in anything overly analytical, if it stands in the way of musical enjoyment. Euphony is what I'm looking for.

I have tried Burson and Graham Slee. I have the Graham Slee with 650 actually. Burson has too much treble and is forward for my tastes plus, it takes away the dark tone of the 650s too much. It seems to be taking away the HD650's famed "veil" also a little bit(I actually love it for the veil too). Graham Slee on the other hand has great bass, sweet treble and nice mids with no obvious cons. (I can't spot any) I tried it with the LCDs, HD800, TH900/600, AKGs, etc and I love it with any headphones. I actually had HD800 with me as well but I sold it to a friend to get me cables. Vioelectric is great as well but it seemed like Graham Slee without the mellow tube-and-solid-state-in-between-sound. Oh, and it is also musical. Hope this helps.

 

[Krutsch]

  I have received my Denon D7100 today as a swap for my HD650. I only listened for 20m and have to leave home now. For now I can say, they are different. Will update more later if anyone is interested? 

 
yes... very, very interested.  I have been "burning in" my HD 650s for a few weeks now and I can't say I am in love with these.  For some music, they are incredible; for other types of music, not so sure (for me and my ears).
 
I have always considered adding the Denon phones to my collection, but would appreciate a view from a former HD 650 owner.

 

[Zojokkeli]

  I have tried Burson and Graham Slee. I have the Graham Slee with 650 actually. Burson has too much treble and is forward for my tastes plus, it takes away the dark tone of the 650s too much. It seems to be taking away the HD650's famed "veil" also a little bit(I actually love it for the veil too). Graham Slee on the other hand has great bass, sweet treble and nice mids with no obvious cons. (I can't spot any) I tried it with the LCDs, HD800, TH900/600, AKGs, etc and I love it with any headphones. I actually had HD800 with me as well but I sold it to a friend to get me cables. Vioelectric is great as well but it seemed like Graham Slee without the mellow tube-and-solid-state-in-between-sound. Oh, and it is also musical. Hope this helps.

Good to know! I appreciate your input, very helpful, thanks!