[NTK1]

I joined the drop just to have a pair. That's normal right? lol

 

[Levanter]

Will have that combo come Monday Was in the drop but paid a bit more to buy a pair locally than wait until December.

Congrats, they complement each other well

 

[PinkyPowers]

I joined the drop just to have a pair. That's normal right? lol

I think you're doing it right, mate.

 

[lugnut]

I joined the drop just to have a pair. That's normal right? lol

Best $200 I have spent in audio ever, that covers a lot of ground and a lot of years.

 

[MICHAELSD]

This may be a controversial statement, but I've been deciding against this mainly because I want the most cutting-edge technology possible when I buy headphones. I feel like the use of a dedicated amplifier is slowly becoming obsolete. Wireless and cables with a dedicated amp/DAC (such as what Audeze is doing) is the future.

 

[PinkyPowers]

This may be a controversial statement, but I've been deciding against this mainly because I want the most cutting-edge technology possible when I buy headphones. I feel like the use of a dedicated amplifier is slowly becoming obsolete. Wireless and cables with a dedicated amp/DAC (such as what Audeze is doing) is the future.

Not in my future. Not any time soon. That tech "may" never sound as good. And if it does one day, it's still a long ways off.

 

[Levanter]

This may be a controversial statement, but I've been deciding against this mainly because I want the most cutting-edge technology possible when I buy headphones. I feel like the use of a dedicated amplifier is slowly becoming obsolete. Wireless and cables with a dedicated amp/DAC (such as what Audeze is doing) is the future.

The best headphones out there still requires a dedicated amp. I have no idea where you get that idea they are becoming obsolete. And cutting edge tech doesn't guarantee great sound.

 

[lugnut]

This may be a controversial statement, but I've been deciding against this mainly because I want the most cutting-edge technology possible when I buy headphones. I feel like the use of a dedicated amplifier is slowly becoming obsolete. Wireless and cables with a dedicated amp/DAC (such as what Audeze is doing) is the future.

Not controversial, you are entitled your opinion. However, I disagree with your opinion. I feel a dedicated amp & source is very important
to the overall sound to the headphones. I just don't buy into wireless, bluetooth and all such things. I am going to go out on a limb and say most older people feel the same way. Also I am just taking a guess the you are a Millennial , nothing wrong with that.

 

[macky112]

I irreversible mod my current 6XX and it sounds sooooo good; Just wanna keep an extra pair in case bad things happen to the first one

Curious about your irreversible mod!

 

[ahmadfaizadnan]

Curious about your irreversible mod!

I got this mod from the 650 mod thread and it sounds really good IMO. Ignore the word though, I posted this on instagram before lol.

 

[Tuneslover]

I couldn't resist the deal so I ordered a pair back on July 15th. No problem about the wait because I am already a happy HD650 owner. December 18th will be here before you know it.

 

[JWizzlez]

They'll stay...just needs a bit more elbow grease to sit properly....don't be afraid to squeeze a little harder near the inside of the ring.

Thanks man. I found some elbow grease laying around and sure enough it did the trick.

 

[marts30]

Congrats, they complement each other well

Definitely are now I have them. I find them very comfortable also, like how everything feels sturdy. The DT880/770 notches were loose as and the headphone gave me a headache from clamping force. Don't experience that with the 6XX.

 

[Hammy]

I usually don't wander outside the HD598 threads, but I see some familiar usernames here so I'll dip my toes in!

A few questions about the shipping on these headphones. I'm in Finland - anyone have any experience importing to this region? I am pretty sure I'd be charged 24% VAT, 1.5% customs duty, bringing the total close to $300. I also have a friend in NJ who could pass them along, but what's the deal with the tax charged there? And would I have any problems paying with my card/PayPal and having it delivered "domestically" to her?

This is starting to sound like hard work. That midnight blue though

 

[Marlowe]

I also have a friend in NJ who could pass them along, but what's the deal with the tax charged there?

That one I can answer since I live in NJ and am in the drop. NJ sales tax is 7% and Massdrop billed me $213.74 USD including NJ sales tax (though I don't know how that came up with that figure, which is a few cents short of 7%, but close enough).