robur44
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hello, I need help.I have verite closed not at home yet.I want order cabel from Forza audio,but I dont know how xlr mini looks I dont know which ending shold I choos.I know it is stupid but ...help me anybody?
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erics75
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For the headphone connection you’d choose the Audeze LCD Series option as that is mini xlr and fits ZMF.
Here is a picture of the options you will be seeking from the ZMF site. The mini-xlr is the 3rd from the left and when you look into the connector, it is female with 4 pins. This is the headphone side of the cable
For the source side, you can pick 6.3mm, 2.5mm balanced, 3.5mm single end, 4.4mm balanced or 4-pin xlr. I prefer 4-pin xlr because then you can use the same cable interchangeably with multiple sources.
Nicewhat's your signal chain and amp just out of int? @JL3001
Right now the JDS Element 2 as I explore tube options. The sources are my own files and some Tidal.
Let me know how the Be Lambs are... Thinking I might pick them up for my next pad option.
Still enjoying the universe hybrids, though I may have to switch away from them eventually because one of my ears gets pushed up against the driver sometimes.
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Àedhàn Cassiel
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Will there ever be a pad that ever slightly warms them compared to the Universe? Are newer pads warmer than worn-in or vice versa? Any ideas of any small mods that might drop a decibel or two from upper mids and/or add one or two to the bass?
Dallasa
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Any recommendations for compact amp/dac setups that pair well with the VC? I want to get mine set up for bedtime listening and just have a small nightstand next to the bed. I have an ifi hip dac right now but I'm sure I can do better, and I want to keep the overall sound balanced.
Maybe IFI Pro IDSD?
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If you haven't tried it the auteur Hybrid or universe hybrid pads may be what you'd want. The suede front makes the "bite" in the upper mids a little less while retaining the character and overall the suede, while not making the headphone bassier, does have the illusion of warmth because everything is a little smoother.
Seconded! Hugo 2 is great!
I loved my VO with the Hugo 2 & iFi Micro Black, and the Hugo 2 with the VC (had sold the iFi before those arrived) so both are excellent options.
maxpudding
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@DeweyCH, to add to the discussion about using 6BX7's with a crack/crackatwoa, you can try a single or dual 6BX7 configuration in the amp (with an adapter). But be aware that you can only use one 12AU7 tube when you use a pair of 6BX7/6BL7's in the crack due to the transformer's current rating (maximum 3.5A RMS).
My nightstand solution is a Chord Mojo/poly. I use it with my HD600s which pair wonderfully. I haven't tried it with my VC yet, but I am sure it will be able to drive them. I am just not sure how it sounds. If you like, I'll test it for you to let you know how I hear them.
I do use a Hugo 2 as one of my desktop systems for listening to my VC. I use it to give my tube amp a rest and for EQ since it connects to my laptop so easily. I can confirm that it sounds great and would be a great bedtime solution. But, it may be too pricey for that use case.
Dallasa
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Thanks, I would appreciate it if you could give the Mojo/Poly a test with your VC! I was looking at the Mojo earlier, as yes the Hugo is more than I'm willing to spend for what essentially will be a secondary setup. I will check out some of the other iFi recommendations as well.
