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@zimmzio, I see you used to own an EMU 1212m. I know you sold it a while ago, but can you share any thoughts on how the STX sounds compared to your memory of the 1212?
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Well i didn't listen to the STX's analog out section yet, I'm waiting for my amp to come back from servicing... the same amp i used with the 1212M w/HD595. But one thing is sure though, the STX is more dynamic and warm in character, the 1212M in comparison offers a very neutral presentation.
I must add that i found the 1212M to be lacking in definition and depth, the card is just not that articulate, instrument separation and contour is well... not good enough for me, it offers good tonal balance though, very natural sounding. I'll put it this way "Reference without the details" kind of deal.
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This is not a comparative opinion btw, its based on my personal preferences and standards. The 1212M was just not good enough in resolving details for me, and i couldn't live with that anymore... kind of smeared them actually.
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One last thing here that i feel i must say is that I'm not saying the STX is "Reference Material" either... A little to warm for that I'm afraid(not in a bad way though, its very musical, well just like Robscix said i think... Very "Full Sound"). I'll have a better idea after Ive listen to it through my amp.
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Also I'm thinking of buying new headphones. AKG K701, K240MKII or BeyerDynamic DT990, dunno which yet, any suggestions? I have to experiment a little.