[Dadracer]

Thanks for this and it is rather interesting. I use my iDSD mostly as a desk top system with my laptop although initially it was bought as a portable rig to use with my iPhone. I am not a fan of downloads due to my poor broadband speeds but mostly the cost as I would prefer to purchase the LP for that kind of money!
 
So I use Tidal with my laptop and phone and it works really very well. I chose the iUSB as a way to improve the sound of the iDSD as both dealer and ifi themselves recommended it as a step up over battery power and now I await delivery of the iP2 which provides an even cleaner pathway of USB derived music.
 
I will see if I can get an iCan on loan from my dealer and try it for myself from your recommendations. 

 

[kameenadesi]

the iCan does not have its own battery built inside, it requires an A/C jack from an electrical outlet. So i guess thats why I never needed the other iFi products (iUSB, etc.) unless of course it actually makes a difference even after stacking iDSD Micro with iCAN Micro. Hmm, that makes me curious...

 

[gearofwar]

I got my HD800 a while back then was a bit shocked when stumbled upon Noble K10 being said having better SQ than HD800. Is it true guys?

 

[drez]

I got my HD800 a while back then was a bit shocked when stumbled upon Noble K10 being said having better SQ than HD800. Is it true guys?

Yes and no. Mutli BA in ears can be very detailed and quick but tend to habe colorations to the sound. I dont have K10, but had JH Layla a while and that while super detailed and quick (and lacking the typical multi BA sound coloration which I find in the K10) lacked the inner resolution of my (vastly more expensive) HD 800 system. It all depends on the system u will use, what music u listen to, what your criteria is.

 

[Zoom25]

How do you guys find the HD 598 compares to the HD 800? I'm thinking of picking up a pair of 598 for my dad. Would love to hear a contrast with HD 800. Thanks guys.

 

[MWSVette]

How do you guys find the HD 598 compares to the HD 800? I'm thinking of picking up a pair of 598 for my dad. Would love to hear a contrast with HD 800. Thanks guys.

T​he HD598's are great headphones.  They were my first real set of headphones.  They began this hobby for me.   However they do not hold a candle to the HD800's.
 
But at 1/10th of the price you should not think they would. 
 
They are a great value and a good place to start...

 

[Zoom25]

T​he HD598's are great headphones.  They were my first real set of headphones.  They began this hobby for me.   However they do not hold a candle to the HD800's.

But at 1/10th of the price you should not think they would. 

They are a great value and a good place to start...

Thanks. Both my dad and I like the neutral sound from my HD 800. Although he's probably prefer a little more warmth. I'm spoiled by my HD 800 and use them exclusively. Figured the 598 could serve him well for casual use. How do the 598 sound out of iPad or other iDevices?

 

[MWSVette]

Thanks. Both my dad and I like the neutral sound from my HD 800. Although he's probably prefer a little more warmth. I'm spoiled by my HD 800 and use them exclusively. Figured the 598 could serve him well for casual use. How do the 598 sound out of iPad or other iDevices?

Funny, I have never owned an apple device so I do not know.  I​ used them with my Surface Pro and was pleased.  They are only 50 ohm and fairly easy to drive.  I did use generally use a Fiio E17 as dac/amp and liked the sound far better.  They are more neutral to my ears than either the HD600 or HD650 which I find to be warmer and more "veiled" than the HD598's. 
 
Of course YMMV...

 

[Zoom25]

Funny, I have never owned an apple device so I do not know.  I​ used them with my Surface Pro and was pleased.  They are only 50 ohm and fairly easy to drive.  I did use generally use a Fiio E17 as dac/amp and liked the sound far better.  They are more neutral to my ears than either the HD600 or HD650 which I find to be warmer and more "veiled" than the HD598's. 

Of course YMMV...

Nice, I think if the surface pro works well enough then the iPad should work as well. Only considering the 598 because of their sale today at around $130 CAD on Amazon.

 

[MWSVette]

Nice, I think if the surface pro works well enough then the iPad should work as well. Only considering the 598 because of their sale today at around $130 CAD on Amazon.

The black limited edition ones are going for under a $100.00 US.  ​
 
Almost bought a 2nd pair at that price...

 

[Zoom25]

The black limited edition ones are going for under a $100.00 US.  ​

Almost bought a 2nd pair at that price...

Yup, looking at the black ones at well. They are 110 CAD before taxes. Really considering it!

EDIT: And ordered them.

 

[MrMan]

Is there any options for aftermarket HD800 pads? I really don't like stock.

 

[tehsprayer]

I have the objective 2 and Modi. Was wondering about getting the HD 800 on sale for $1360 CAD but is the o2/modi a decent enough pairing if I don't plan on changing my amp and dac?
 
I currently have an order on the TH-x00 on Massdrop but can cancel and willing to pay the extra.
 
Thanks!

 

[MrMan]

  I have the objective 2 and Modi. Was wondering about getting the HD 800 on sale for $1360 CAD but is the o2/modi a decent enough pairing if I don't plan on changing my amp and dac?
 
I currently have an order on the TH-x00 on Massdrop but can cancel and willing to pay the extra.
 
Thanks!

 
Might be worth looking international. I got my HD800's for $700 USD from Australia. 

 

[tehsprayer]

   
Might be worth looking international. I got my HD800's for $700 USD from Australia. 

Although the dollar is bad, and worried about duties over the border. But for $700 that's really fantastic.