Sorry to start by going off topic but the biggest single upgrade you can make to the HE560 is an Artisan Silver Cables upgrade cable. The synergy between these is simply perfect and raises the HE560 to a whole new level entirely. I was so impressed with the upgrade to the acoustic improvements...

But the precise point is that we are individuals with our own unique perceptions and experiences, and we are the ones listening, not just some dumb microphone or test bench equipment. It’s what we hear, which goes far beyond what any measurement equipment can detect, that is the nature of our hobby.

I must respectfully disagree because my experiences, tested repeatedly with greater than 80% accuracy, tell me there is a difference. We simply don’t know how to measure it. Measurements are important for determining whether a circuit is functioning correctly, but it tells you very little about...

Thanks for that. They look like quality plugs. Think I’ll give them a try. I’m not an expert but I believe it’s to do with Rhodium’s extreme resistance to oxidation.

So what’s the best 4 pin XLR connector out there please? I’ve just got Artisan Silver Cables N’th Degree NCF Edition pure silver balanced interconnect cables and the improvement over the previous version is clearly noticeable. I think the only difference is the connectors but I can’t find a 4...

Sorry, I’ll start a new thread. Haven’t been here in a long time. Cheers

Just trying to resurrect this thread: So what’s the best 4 pin XLR connector out there please? I’ve just got Artisan Silver Cables N’th Degree NCF Edition pure silver balanced interconnect cables and the improvement over the previous version is clearly noticeable. I think the only difference is...

I still have my v2 and agree with everything said here. They’re a great sounding headphone at the price with no sibilance or nasty peaks anywhere in the frequency range. I highly recommend the Artisan Silver Cables upgrade cable if / when you can afford it (I know it’s expensive compared with...

I got an iPad Pro 2021 11” and I’m now able to use the AK240 with that via the Apple USB C to A adapter so that’s progress! Got a new iPhone 13 Pro Max but it won’t work with that. Still, I’m happy to have the AK240 working with the iPad. So it’s clearly not just that it’s 8 year old...

Help! Please! I’ve just splashed out on a USB A to micro B OTG cable to connect my iPhone (via CCK with power) to my AK240. The latter recognised the connection and sample rate (see photo) but there’s no sound at all! It’s working perfectly otherwise. Any thoughts or suggestions please? I’ve...

Hi, please contact me if you have a good used pair of AAW Canary Universal for sale, preferably with a 2.5mm balanced cable but 3.5mm unbalanced is fine too. Preferably in the UK or EU. Thanks in advance. Colin

I had the left driver fail after a few years. Sorry I can’t remember how long, but certainly not more than 5 years. I got a new pair of drivers fitted which lasted 14 months before the right one failed. I’m currently trying to get it fixed but will promptly sell them this time. On both...

Thanks. Yes, they are extremely revealing speakers with incredible soundstage and imaging. Despite being quarter of a century old they just keep giving! Every so often I toy with the idea of upgrading them but thus far they’ve kept up with every upgrade to the source and amplification...

Haha, I actually used to work in sales and then retail management (climbing and outdoor equipment) but thought I’d finally let go of my sales and marketing side as it’s been quite a long time… well, in these uncertain times I guess it’s good to know I still have that skill set in case I need to...