[Hellenback]

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So I'm starting to consider a portable amp to pair with my ipod that will drive the hd650 (as well as orthos ie he400). This will not be something that I will take out of the house, but just so that I can use my hard to drive hp's in the bedroom at night and other areas of the house. I just my e17 as is it really just didn't satisfy me with these hp's and the other I mentioned. Let's say I have a budget of around $300...what will pair well with an ipod and drive the hd650 to an enjoyable, not just loud, level. 
 
thanks...

Headstage Arrow (Headphonia.com) when they're available...I use it with great results when not using the balanced desktop gear.

 

[alv4426]

I use one with good results as well. But considering that  MattTCG sounds like a basshead Id recommend a 3G over a 4G.
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Headstage Arrow (Headphonia.com) when they're available...I use it with great results when not using the balanced desktop gear.

 

[avengernoonzz]

I received my HD650 today and I was surprised it has a plastic feel to it. Is it supposed to be like this?

I ask this because I didn't read any reviews or anything for the HD650 LOL. I just went out and bought it!

 

[longbowbbs]

Maybe because it is made of Plastic?.....Metal head band......

 

[MattTCG]

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Maybe because it is made of Plastic?.....Metal head band......

 
All right all right...while that was funny it was uncalled for. 

 

[Norway]

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yeah its definitely not from my headphone, tried it. its coming from my asus D2X soundcard. if i keep it plugged in to the sound card, will it break my headphone? thats my better DAC as from now before i move in to buy others

 
Sounds like a ground loop. Try plugging your computer into another socket.

 

[avengernoonzz]

Maybe because it is made of Plastic?.....Metal head band......

Like I said

I didn't read ANYTHING about it.. except for comments in this thread. I thought it would have been like the HD598s.

 

[HamilcarBarca]

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yeah its definitely not from my headphone, tried it. its coming from my asus D2X soundcard. if i keep it plugged in to the sound card, will it break my headphone? thats my better DAC as from now before i move in to buy others

Sounds like a ground loop. Try plugging your computer into another socket.

 
A ground loop is usually audible as "60-cycle hum", not hissing.

 

[Mad Lust Envy]

Like I said
I didn't read ANYTHING about it.. except for comments in this thread. I thought it would have been like the HD598s.

Which is also plastic. ..

 

[olor1n]

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+2.  Even in the presence of HE-6 and HD800, HD650 simply can not be replaced, and has the benefit that no matter what upstream gear I upgrade to take advantage of HD800 and HE-6, HD650 benefits significantly from them too!  They won't be going anywhere...

+1 more. The 650s are such a good compliment. I reach for them a lot more than I expected to. Great tuning job by Senn.

 
Love the HD800 but I've missed the HD650. I bought my second pair a few days ago. Can't wait to have it back in the stable.
 
@ MLE - Excellent review. Kinda redundant posting it here though. You're just preaching to the choir. 

 

[BobJS]

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Like I said
I didn't read ANYTHING about it.. except for comments in this thread. I thought it would have been like the HD598s.

 
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Which is also plastic. ..

 
What's wrong with plastic?  Some of my best friends are plastic ......

 

[avengernoonzz]

Which is also plastic. ..

..I'm talking about how it feels. IMO it feels much different to the 598s which is what I was trying to say not that it matters.

More dots . ...

 

[fuzzy1969]

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..I'm talking about how it feels. IMO it feels much different to the 598s which is what I was trying to say not that it matters.
More dots . ...

I should'nt worry IEMcrazy posted on page 567 of the material under the paint.

 

[alv4426]

Hey guys I decided to refurb my HD650 with new drivers, headband, and pads. I ordered yesterday  but Im having some difficultly finding some instructions on how to do the job. Anyone have any links that could help?

 

[fuzzy1969]

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Hey guys I decided to refurb my HD650 with new drivers, headband, and pads. I ordered yesterday  but Im having some difficultly finding some instructions on how to do the job. Anyone have any links that could help?

Have a look at post 7 on this thread, bearing in mind there hd580's I think the hd650's are basically the same just made from a different material.
 
http://www.head-fi.org/t/634060/damaged-hd600-driver-can-i-replace-with-hd650-ones#post_8824560