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  1. matthewh133

    Best combo device for headphone amp/dac and audio interface for guitar?

    I'm currently using the RME Adi-2 FS for my headphones and studio monitors, which is a perfect device for my computer music listening setup. It's compact and fits in my setup perfectly from a footprint standpoint. My issue is that I also have an external audio interface (Apollo Solo) to play...
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    Would using a headphone cable extender reduce quality?

    I want to use an extension cable from my amp and mount it under my desk so I can plug my headphones in at the end of my desk. I hate the aesthetic element of a headphone cable going all the way across my desk. Would this reduce audio quality, or should I be good? Any way to tell what is a decent...
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    Retractable headphone cables - is this a thing?

    I like to keep a minimal and tidy workspace, but my HD650 cable drives me nuts. Does such a thing as a decent retractable headphone cable exist? If not, has anyone figure out a way to keep headphone cables hidden when not in use that doesn't involve pulling them in and out of a draw all of the time?
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    Best tube amps for the HD650?

    Looking for some recommendations for tube amps for the HD650. What are your thoughts on best pairings? I was considering the WA6 with a princess tube swap, any reason this would be a bad idea?
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    How to tell difference between fake AKG headphones?

    I see some K701 and K702 on Amazon for $227 and $210. These have a lot of positive reviews, but I'm a little sketched out by the low price. Even buying second hand sketches me out. Is there an easy way to tell which ones are fake before I buy from this Amazon store or second hand?
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    Recommendations for all-in-one DAC/Preamp/Amps with balanced outputs?

    Looking for an all-in-one unit that preferably has a smallish footprint and is aesthetic. It must have balanced outputs (preferably TRS), as well as optical connection to the computer (I get bad noise through my studio monitors with USB). Just needs enough power to make my Focal Elears sing, as...
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    Terrible static through studio monitors connected to PC...

    I have my studio monitors (Yamaha HS7 and HS8S sub) plugged into a Schiit Audio Modi 2 and Magni 2 headphone amp/dac and I am getting terrible static through the monitors. The noise does seem to be effected by what's happening on the computer. For example, if I do something more intensive, like...
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    DAC/Headphone amp options for headphones + studio monitors?

    I'm looking for a budget(ish) DAC/AMP that will connect to both my headphones (unbalanced) and studio monitors (balanced). I currently have the Schiit Modi 2/ Magni 2 Uber, but I cannot connect the studio monitors with this setup. I was thinking of getting the Jotunheim and selling this current...
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    Looking for budget DAC/AMP that will connect to both my headphones and studio monitors balanced.

    As the title says, I'm looking for a budget DAC/AMP that will connect to both my headphones (unbalanced) and studio monitors (balanced). I currently have the Schiit Modi 2/ Magni 2 Uber, but I cannot connect the studio monitors with this setup. I was thinking of getting the Jotunheim and...
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    Best way to EQ headphones on desktop computer?

    I'm currently using mainly Spotify at 320kbps, and also Foobar (FLAC), and looking to EQ my headphones to give a little bump at about 4k. What is the best program/plugin etc to go about doing this?
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    Best headphone sub $1300 for metal/hip hop.

    I'm looking for the best headphones sub $1300 or so for metal (think As I Lay Dying/Parkway Drive) and hip hop. Bonus points for being great with rock/folk as well. I currently own the ZMF Eikon but I feel they are a little laid but not and aggressive enough. Looking for something high energy...
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    Headphone recommendations for metal/hip hop?

    Looking for some headphones that would excel at heavier metal (As I Lay Dying/Parkway Drive etc) as well as hip hop. Bonus points for being good with rock/folk as well. I currently have the ZMF Eikon and love them, but I feel they are a little too laid back and lacking aggression. Preferably...
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    Love ZMF Eikon, but looking for something a little different...

    Currently own the ZMF Eikon due to my previous living circumstances requiring closed-back headphones, but now that I'm moving and can move back to open headphones, I'm looking to side-grade to something a little different. I love mostly everything about the Eikon, except they feel a little...
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    Best computer speakers for music?

    I'm looking for some great sounding computer speakers to play FLAC music VIA foobar 2k. My source is my headphone DAC/AMP (Schiit Modi 2/Magni 2). I've been limited to headphones for closed headphones (ZMF Eikon) the last couple of years living in a small apartment with my wife, but we're moving...
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    ZMF Eikon owners - best portable amp for synergy?

    Interested in what portable amps the Eikon owners out there are happy with? I've heard a few reports that the Mojo may not be the best match, and I currently own a Mojo with an Eikon on the way.
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    ZMF Eikon owners - best portable amp for synergy?

    Interested in what portable amps the Eikon owners out there are happy with? I've heard a few reports that the Mojo may not be the best match, and I currently own a Mojo with an Eikon on the way.
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    Best portable DAC/Amp/DAP for ZMF Eikon?

    I've just purchased a ZMF Eikon, and I worry the Mojo just won't be enough for this headphone. Does anyone here own an Eikon and are really happy with the results of a particular portable amp? Interested to hear some feedback.
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    DX200 vs Chord Mojo with MrSpeakers Aeon?

    Trying to figure out which way I'm going to get better sound. Given two options, would you choose: 1. MacBook Pro or iPhone playing 320kbps (Spotify) > Chord Mojo > MrSpeakers Aeon OR 2. DX200 playing mostly FLAC with some 320kbps > MrSpeakers Aeon The DX200 is going to cost $300-400 more...
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    Looking for some decent closed headphones, $600 budget.

    I currently have the HE-400 and mini Schiit stack in storage, and I love that combo. Unfortunately, I'm pretty much living on the road now for work and as such I'm looking for a decent closed headphone to run out of my MacBook Pro with AudioQuest Dragonfly or my iPhone with DAP. I listen to...
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    Anyone else listen to a mixture of post-rock/hip-hop? IEM suggestions?

    My most listened genres are post-rock, acoustic and hip-hop. A weird mixture, and one that generally clashes with choice for headphones. Is anyone into similar genres and can recommend me an IEM that will work well with all of these genres? I generally play music via streaming on my iPhone...
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    Alternatives to Bose for traveling and sound isolation?

    I live on the road for work, so much so that I completely forgot that I owned an Schiit amp/dac and HE400 because they've been in storage so long... With that being said, I spend a lot of time in noisy places, airplanes etc... so I'm looking for a better alternative to the Bose headphones...
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    Currently own HiFiMan HE400, looking for a closed headphone with similar sound.

    I do a lot of traveling for work now and I need a closed headphone for the airplane and when on the road. I have owned a lot of expensive headphones (LCD 2/HD800 etc), and have found the HE400 the best middle-ground for me in terms of sound/quality/price. I currently run this off a mini Schiit...
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    Anyone else had major issues with their Modi 2 connecting/not connecting?

    I was using my Modi 2 this morning as usual. Restarted my computer and all of a sudden it isn't being recognized. This has happened to me a couple of time before. I've tried replacing the USB cable, installing drivers (can't do this because it won't recognize the device), restarting the computer...
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    Silly question - How do I switch between headphones and speakers on Modi 2 + Magni 2?

    Nevermind, worked it out. Mods can close this, thanks.
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    Can't install Schiit Modi 2 drivers. Saying to plug in the USB 2.0 device.

    Hi guys,   My Modi 2, Magni 2 Uber combo just arrived but I can't install the drivers to use it. The I have it plugged into a USB 2 slot on my computer motherboard, using the USB cable Schiit sells.. and the lights are on. It also recognizes it in my playback devices in control panel. Any idea...
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