V-MODA M-100: Discussion/Feedback, Reviews, Pics, etc.
Apr 17, 2014 at 2:27 PM Post #20,221 of 23,366
I love them for older music. I'm not afraid to EQ these babies. I wouldn't dream of it with my 650's or Q's but the M's love it. The Human League or Soft Cell with the M's and bass-boost from my E18 sound awesome!
 
Apr 17, 2014 at 6:49 PM Post #20,222 of 23,366
A DAC will improve these significantly.
I use the FiiO E17 at the moment, but when I use the AUX amp option, it makes everything a touch clearer, whereas in DAC / USB mode it makes everything clearer and is an noticeable difference. I don't use an amp anyway, planning to get the Verza when I have funds.
 
Apr 17, 2014 at 8:55 PM Post #20,223 of 23,366
Am I the only one waiting for the shipment of xl black pads for now 5 days? On their website it was 2-3 days. What the heck is this? I am not happy.
i ordered my straight cable last Fri, and last Sat i ordered the XL pads, i got the cable today, but it wasnt in a nice pkg they just threw it in the envelope, it made me mad, and it long to, but i will let you know if i get the pads tomarrow.
 
Apr 17, 2014 at 8:57 PM Post #20,224 of 23,366
I didn't try Depeche Mode, so I can't say specifically. I would think it would sound better than the other bands I mentioned since the sound is different. But Sting or Dave Grohl's vocals are muted pretty badly.
i was listening to GORGIA ON MY MIND the Michael Buble one, and the Vocals were so muddy that i couldnt listen to it.
 
Apr 17, 2014 at 9:02 PM Post #20,225 of 23,366
Don't get me wrong.  I'm not here to bash the M-100's or any of the other designs.  I LOVE the aesthetics of the V-Moda's, the build quality, and what I've read/heard about the company itself so far.  I had very high hopes when I heard there were so many audiophiles involved in the design of these.  I'd like to hear the XS's now.  I feel like they may be a little more to my liking.  I'll be sticking to my $60 Martin Logans for now though.
 
Apr 17, 2014 at 9:47 PM Post #20,226 of 23,366
i was listening to GORGIA ON MY MIND the Michael Buble one, and the Vocals were so muddy that i couldnt listen to it.

This version here?
 
The vocals are bassy, but I wouldn't call them muddy. No way is this anywhere close to muddy. I think congested might be a better term. On the XS they have a similar signature, though the XS has more forward mids so it wasn't as bass-heavy as the M-100 presentation. Through my KSC75, the bass isn't as intrusive and the open sound stage really benefits the song. Blues and Jazz aren't the M-100's strong point. I actually enjoy Buble more on my $15 KSC75. Clarity isn't there, but that openess really draws me into the music.
 
Damn. I need a better open can now.
 
Apr 17, 2014 at 10:26 PM Post #20,227 of 23,366
This version here?

The vocals are bassy, but I wouldn't call them muddy. No way is this anywhere close to muddy. I think congested might be a better term. On the XS they have a similar signature, though the XS has more forward mids so it wasn't as bass-heavy as the M-100 presentation. Through my KSC75, the bass isn't as intrusive and the open sound stage really benefits the song. Blues and Jazz aren't the M-100's strong point. I actually enjoy Buble more on my $15 KSC75. Clarity isn't there, but that openess really draws me into the music.

Damn. I need a better open can now.
i guess thats a better way to put it, but i got the M100's mostly for rap, i just hope i get my XL pads tomarrow.
 
Apr 18, 2014 at 7:42 AM Post #20,229 of 23,366
  does anyone know if this cable will fit?
 
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Fisual-S-Flex-Mini-3-5mm-Cable/dp/B00B3VSRI2/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top


Should be.
 
Apr 18, 2014 at 8:08 AM Post #20,231 of 23,366
Apr 18, 2014 at 8:20 AM Post #20,233 of 23,366
Vocals muddy? No problem!
Buy a decent amp and a decent EQ app (I suggest CanOpener for iOS)
I don't find the vocals muddy at all. Check your bitrates. It may be the mastering of the song. But I wouldn't go out and say that you're wrong.

When trying the XS (sorry no m100 right now) with AnakChan's new Astel & Kern player (I think AK240? 420? Idk)
I listened to a pure vocal track, Adele. EVERYTHING was clearer. I suggest getting a good amp to suit your music. The M100s are a great set of cans (besides the ATH m50) to equalise and amp.
 
Apr 18, 2014 at 9:36 AM Post #20,234 of 23,366
  does anyone know if this cable will fit?
 
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Fisual-S-Flex-Mini-3-5mm-Cable/dp/B00B3VSRI2/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top


This will fit as well:
 
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Neet%C2%AE-Stereo-Performance-Housing-Iphone/dp/B00HWRS3N0/ref=pd_rhf_dp_p_t_1_S9AH
 
They aren't pretty, but they're well made and cheap :)
 

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