[BotBroomey]

So im thinking about getting the schiit fulla 3 or hel for my pro 82 as I want a mic in for my mod mic can anyone back this amp? It has a newer dac than the btr3k which I currently own but it has more power and an input port which is a big thing for me. Thanks in advance!

 

[Realism]

Really curious how these sound.

Want to get them by they look almost exactly like the Sony MDR-1A.....wished they could have gone with a different look.

 

[jasswolf]

Again, another call out for signing up on RTings and up-voting a headphone suggestion or two relating to Takstar. At the moment, RTings are grabbing headphones in batches, so it only takes around 40 votes for them to order the item:

https://www.rtings.com/headphones/suggestions

Currently the HF-580 and the Pro 82 have zero votes, and the GM200 just 2.

 

[Plumbus the Wise]

Again, another call out for signing up on RTings and up-voting a headphone suggestion or two relating to Takstar. At the moment, RTings are grabbing headphones in batches, so it only takes around 40 votes for them to order the item:

https://www.rtings.com/headphones/suggestions

Currently the HF-580 and the Pro 82 have zero votes, and the GM200 just 2.

Why? The review for the mh751 was one of the worst reviews I have ever read. It was seemingly written by a 5th grader just getting into gaming headphones.

 

[jasswolf]

Why? The review for the mh751 was one of the worst reviews I have ever read. It was seemingly written by a 5th grader just getting into gaming headphones.

Because it still provides a data point for those interesting in learning more about those headphones.

RTings are horrible in this space, but guess what website still comes up on the first page when you search for reviews?

 

[Plumbus the Wise]

Because it still provides a data point for those interesting in learning more about those headphones.

RTings are horrible in this space, but guess what website still comes up on the first page when you search for reviews?

Why not write a review yourself, you post history suggests you have the ability to make valid points and you write well. Then people search the gm200 for instance would get your headfi link. Not much exists as it is now.

 

[jasswolf]

Why not write a review yourself, you post history suggests you have the ability to make valid points and you write well. Then people search the gm200 for instance would get your headfi link. Not much exists as it is now.

I only own the Pro 82, so not much to offer! BenF's review appears to be decent in that respect, but the GM200 being on RTings would probably kick start some interest in the wider review space.

 

[BenF]

That is a pathetic excuse for a review my god. Really nothing worthwhile about the sound...and docking point for having no sound altering options...bro....

I wholeheartedly agree.
100% garbage, trying to pass as a scientific review.

Take a look at their "frequency response consistency" grades: https://www.rtings.com/headphones/tests/sound-quality/frequency-response-consistency

Am I really supposed to believe that 15 wireless in-ears have better FR consistency than anything else? And a 48$ one is the best one?
I don't believe for a second that they removed and re-inserted the IEM 5 times, and it measured exactly the same every time - 0dB difference!

Now look at their measurements for Sennheiser HD820 (MSRP 2400$):

What kind of a drunk monkey was putting these headphones on the measurement head 5 times??? The difference is up to 17dB!

According to RTings, wireless headphones are also the best at bass accuracy and treble accuracy - really?

Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Wirless sounds better than HD820 - really?

I guess there is a reason they called this category (the only one of interest to audiophiles) "Neutral Sound" and not "Good Sound"

Their reviews are very misleading, we shouldn't promote them.
They make money from affiliate programs, and are trying to convince their visitors to buy the cheap wireless crap.
Anyone looking for an expensive audiophile headphone would only laugh at their "reviews" - they know better.

Most important reviews are on Head-Fi and Aliexpress/Amazon - please post your reviews to help others!

 

[jasswolf]

I wholeheartedly agree.
100% garbage, trying to pass as a scientific review.

Take a look at their "frequency response consistency" grades: https://www.rtings.com/headphones/tests/sound-quality/frequency-response-consistency

Am I really supposed to believe that 15 wireless in-ears have better FR consistency than anything else? And a 48$ one is the best one?
I don't believe for a second that they removed and re-inserted the IEM 5 times, and it measured exactly the same every time - 0dB difference!


Now look at their measurements for Sennheiser HD820 (MSRP 2400$):

What kind of a drunk monkey was putting these headphones on the measurement head 5 times??? The difference is up to 17dB!

According to RTings, wireless headphones are also the best at bass accuracy and treble accuracy - really?

Turtle Beach Stealth 600 Wirless sounds better than HD820 - really?


I guess there is a reason they called this category (the only one of interest to audiophiles) "Neutral Sound" and not "Good Sound"

Their reviews are very misleading, we shouldn't promote them.
They make money from affiliate programs, and are trying to convince their visitors to buy the cheap wireless crap.
Anyone looking for an expensive audiophile headphone would only laugh at their "reviews" - they know better.

Most important reviews are on Head-Fi and Aliexpress/Amazon - please post your reviews to help others!

I agree, but so many people pay attention to them, and they offer the opportunity to critique their benchmarking procedures. The problem right now is their basic analysis of the performance of the driver, and how much their subjective analysis of seal distorts their neutrality rating.

 

[BenF]

I agree, but so many people pay attention to them, and they offer the opportunity to critique their benchmarking procedures. The problem right now is their basic analysis of the performance of the driver, and how much their subjective analysis of seal distorts their neutrality rating.

Not only their benchmarking procedures are bad, but they don't even follow them - none of these wireless IEMs were removed and re-inserted 5 times.
Don't expect them to make any changes that will hurt their revenue - most site's visitors are looking for wireless headphones, and they will make sure that these headphones score high.
If they can make HD820 look bad, Pro 82/GM200 won't look good either. No need for more bad/lukewarm reviews on these amazing headphones.

 

[junneh]

Should I get the GM200 or the SHP9500? both can be had for around 50-55, I listen to metall and techno and do like some bass. I already own (mediocre)(cloud flight) closed backs tho. Im wondering if I should get the open backs for another experience or this Takstar is just plain better?

 

[Plumbus the Wise]

Should I get the GM200 or the SHP9500? both can be had for around 50-55, I listen to metall and techno and do like some bass. I already own (mediocre)(cloud flight) closed backs tho. Im wondering if I should get the open backs for another experience or this Takstar is just plain better?

They are completely different headphones for completely different purposes.

 

[BenF]

Should I get the GM200 or the SHP9500? both can be had for around 50-55, I listen to metall and techno and do like some bass. I already own (mediocre)(cloud flight) closed backs tho. Im wondering if I should get the open backs for another experience or this Takstar is just plain better?

SHP9500 is very bass-light, so it's not suitable for you.
For metal Pro 82 is a better choice, for techno GM200.
For metal (on either Pro 82 or GM200) I recommend Khadas Tone Board + O2, they will allow the headphones to handle complicated metal properly without becoming muddy.

 

[Plumbus the Wise]

Does anyone know a good high quality replacement cable for the gm200s? The stock one works fine I just don't like the red and would prefer something a little higher quality.

I'm open to getting it anywhere even off Ali, but as long as it's decent quality and looks nice. 2.5mm to 3.5mm.

 

[BenF]

Does anyone know a good high quality replacement cable for the gm200s? The stock one works fine I just don't like the red and would prefer something a little higher quality.

I'm open to getting it anywhere even off Ali, but as long as it's decent quality and looks nice. 2.5mm to 3.5mm.

GM200 is compatible with Pro 82 cables.
You can buy a Pro 82 v1 (2.2m) replacement cable here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001210857463.html
A generic cable is here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32812479789.html