[elvergun]

I bought a HD800 few weeks ago a from the netherlands in nearly new condition. He is from 06/2009 with S/N 1101 . One of the first. Pads and headband like new. I changed the pads to new leather pads but there is a little change of the sound signature. So, that I changed ist back to the original standard pads.

Yes, they do change the signature a little -- not too much though, and the end result is something I liked (if not, I would have replaced them with some stock pads).

 

[bearFNF]

Yes, they do change the signature a little -- not too much though, and the end result is something I liked (if not, I would have replaced them with some stock pads).

Agreed. I have the dekoni leather as I prefer them to the stock pads for comfort.

 

[Moak]

...and I‘ve to refresh a question:
Which amp will harmonize good with the HD800?
I have read some entries in several threads but maybe there is update?!
I have the Amity HPA9 S2 ...

 

[eeagle]

...and I‘ve to refresh a question:
Which amp will harmonize good with the HD800?
I have read some entries in several threads but maybe there is update?!
I have the Amity HPA9 S2 ...

I've always been happy with the Sennheiser HDVD 800 which has been discontinued and replaced with the 820. I use the HD800 w/balancd cable. I've always felt OEM's design their gear to sound best with their HPs.

 

[dleblanc343]

I bought a HD800 few weeks ago a from the netherlands in nearly new condition. He is from 06/2009 with S/N 1101 . One of the first. Pads and headband like new. I changed the pads to new leather pads but there is a little change of the sound signature. So, that I changed ist back to the original standard pads.

Beautiful serial number! If ever you sell it please put me atop your list

 

[johnjen]

As a general rule tube amps and the 800's pair well.
That isn't to say SS amps don't, but depending upon your sonic preferences, tubes add harmonic 'richness' which the 800's respond well to.

Also OTL amps can do well with the 800's 300-600Ω+ impedance range.
And inexpensive low cost amp is the Bottlehead Crack which is OTL.
It is a kit but are available already built.

Think of it as a 'fun amp' to compare with your existing amp.

JJ

 

[gimmeheadroom]

...and I‘ve to refresh a question:
Which amp will harmonize good with the HD800?
I have read some entries in several threads but maybe there is update?!
I have the Amity HPA9 S2 ...

Tube OTL amps especially. But V280 is a top all-around amp if you want solid state.

 

[Moak]

Tube OTL amps especially. But V280 is a top all-around amp if you want solid state.

Which tube amp (not to expensive) do you mean?

 

[gimmeheadroom]

Which tube amp (not to expensive) do you mean?

Just generally 300 ohm Sennheisers sound great out of tube amps. And the 800/800S can use the warmth.

You could look to Feliks.pl or get a used Schiit. There are many others.

 

[DenverW]

Has anyone had any experience with these pads? It would be nice to find an alternative to the $70 official ones.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Replacemen...ennheiserHD800-HD800S-Headphones/222975590094

 

[grooveriders]

Hi guys, I just got the HD800 . Now trying to find an amp to go along with the hd800. Currently using (mass)drop CTH with stock tube.
With a budget of $300 - I'm looking between the smsl sp200 thx888 (around $270 in my country, $180-$200 secondhanded) and Darkvoice 336SE (around $270 shipped + tax)
Knowing that the smsl sp200 can be used on low gin on iems as well is a bonus for me, but if the sound for hd800 is superior on the DarkVoice 336E then Im considering it. Do you guys have any other amp recommendtion in this price range ($300)?

 

[Gadril]

Hi guys, I just got the HD800 . Now trying to find an amp to go along with the hd800. Currently using (mass)drop CTH with stock tube.
With a budget of $300 - I'm looking between the smsl sp200 thx888 (around $270 in my country, $180-$200 secondhanded) and Darkvoice 336SE (around $270 shipped + tax)
Knowing that the smsl sp200 can be used on low gin on iems as well is a bonus for me, but if the sound for hd800 is superior on the DarkVoice 336E then Im considering it. Do you guys have any other amp recommendtion in this price range ($300)?

The THX amp can be a bit grating (too clinical) for some people when coupled with a already insanely revealing headphone like the HD800. Generally for HD800 its recommended to go for warmer SS amps like the Asgard 3 or to just go tubes, one of the most popular being the Bottlehead Crack Speedball, but one of the best tubes for your budget would be the Valhalla 2.

 

[joseph69]

Not that I've ever heard the pairing, but I remember reading how well the Woo Audio WA3 pairs with the 800, yet I haven't seen anyone recommend to those who have been asking.

 

[grooveriders]

Not that I've ever heard the pairing, but I remember reading how well the Woo Audio WA3 pairs with the 800, yet I haven't seen anyone recommend to those who have been asking.

Thanks but those are wayyy out of my budget ($1000 here in my country)

The THX amp can be a bit grating (too clinical) for some people when coupled with a already insanely revealing headphone like the HD800. Generally for HD800 its recommended to go for warmer SS amps like the Asgard 3 or to just go tubes, one of the most popular being the Bottlehead Crack Speedball, but one of the best tubes for your budget would be the Valhalla 2.

Ill take a look into Vhalla 2 thanks for the rec.

 

[Ichos]

Valhalla 2 is not a good match for HD800/S.
It lacks body and slam and has edgy upper mids and highs no matter the tubes.
Better buy a Vali or a Lyr.