I’m looking for a loud, warming solution for my HD800S. I like their sound, but do not like how bright they are, especially at louder volumes. Is there such a tube amp for about $650 or less that would pair nicely with HD800S? (Cambridge DACMagic 200M as DAC)

-Picked up a Cambridge DACMagic 200M and a Rega IO amp to go with HD800S. -The sound is unfavorable, in that the bass is light and the highs are somewhat too emphasized at times. This may just be the HD800S sound and they’re actually not my endgame. I hope not though; I love their soundstage...

My main rig is with a pair of Senn HD650s. I've started to listen to more and more metal, and while the 650s sound good with this genre, guitars are just too laid back. I had a set of SR325i's that I sold, as at the time I just couldn't appreciate their sound. What I did like about them was...

Recently picked up the Black v1.5, and my 650s sound fantastic out of them, I simply don't like that I don't have any further headroom. So, with the P7's lower impedance, should they indeed have way more headroom?

Source will be MacBook with Audioquest Dragonfly Black v1.5 from Tidal and Spotify. Looking for something portable, although not a deal breaker. Currently have HD650s and I enjoy them but I want something more fun. Overall I'm considering the AD50x for a "fun" can that's semi portable...

Will be run from a MacBook Pro/Tidal>AudioQuest DragonFly Black v1.5>________. Budget $300 or less. I can't get the DT770 Pro off my mind, as those are some fun bass heavy cans, but they're not exactly portable and they're also not exactly what I found to be analytical at ALL the last time...

TL;DR- Closed back, maybe portable, maybe inline mic headphone to pair well with AQ Dragonfly Black v1.5? ----- Headphones I have owned or still own: Owned: Alessandro MS-1 Grado SR325i Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro - 600ohm Audio Technica ATH-AD700 Own Now: Klipsch Image S4 IEMs Sennheiser HD650...

Getting HD800s within the next couple of months, and am curious as to what to expect with my current source/amp setup in my signature.   Also, to any HD800 owners who also have (or had HD650s): In your opinion, do you think I'll end up keeping the HD650s for certain music, or will the HD800s...

Time to Upgrade!!!   Looking for a nice Amplifier to synergize nicely with my Sennheiser HD650s, and soon to be HD800s.   Suggestions?   Budget......let's say....$500?   -I3

Home setup in sig.    I have a set of Klipsch S4s lying around that I have been using at the gym.   Two things get on my nerves about them:   When I'm running or even jogging for that matter, they:      1) Fall out, or lose seal, no matter which tips I use      2) I can hear my...

Very highly considering upgrading my HD650s to a set of HD800s; however, I'm concerned my M-Stage won't properly power them.   If they will, great.    If not, I have a budget of ~$500 to spend on a dedicated amplifier.   Thoughts?

Before you post, this is an open discussion.  Any supported arguments are welcome, but if all you're here to do is say "No.", or something unintelligible in general, no thanks.   Anyways,   Question #1 - Where does packet loss happen most: Across a network, such as through Airplay, or...

Current setup is PC as source>Musical Fidelity V-Link>Musical Fidelity V-DAC>Matrix M-Stage>HD650   Considering the Peachtree Audio Nova Pre as a headphone amp.   Things I'm thinking & considering:   1) Very important: Does the headphone stage utilize the hybrid tube amp?  I really...

Coming from HD650s, would the LCD-2 be an upgrade?   What would the biggest differences in sound qualities be? 

I picked up an AQ NRG-X3 for my Matrix M-Stage today.  This is the most significant upgrade I have done in a while.     Shinier, larger, cleaner and brighter highs with more attack...my HD650s really sparkle now.  I feel like my 650s have reached Grado clarity with this power cable, while...

For example:   Rodrigo y Gabriela's new album "Area 52"...   I find this music in some sections to be very, very fast, and with some complex parts.    So, in this album, with the combination of Rodrigo y Gabriela's high emotion energy, and with the addition of an almost salsa-esqe...

I absolutely love my new SR325is, I haven't picked up my HD650s up in what's going on one week.   I've considered selling both my HD650 and SR325is and picking up a pair of Grado RS1is.   Though, I myself said here on the forums "Certain music is just meant to be heard with Grado...."...

Setup = PC USB > Musical Fidelity V-DAC > Matrix M-Stage amp > HD650 & SR325is   When I'm not playing any music and just turn the volume of my amp all the way up, there's TONS of noise.  When I move my mouse, there's a change in pitch in the noise.    Now, when I unplug the USB cable...

I used to have a set of Alessandro MS-1s that I liked quite a bit.   While I still love my 650s....   The clarity of the 325is is amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!   I am now a firm believer that any collection is just not complete without a Grado complement....

Currently have Desktop USB>Musical Fidelity V-DAC>Matrix M-Stage.    The V-Link being so inexpensive, I was considering adding it to my setup, going USB to V-Link, and Digital Optical to V-DAC.   Would there be any real benefit? 

Current setup:   HD650 / Musical Fidelity V-DAC / Matrix M-Stage    Looking for the considerably biggest upgrade in overall sound.     With my current chain of power and D/A conversion, will the HD800s please?     

Current setup Senn HD 650, Musical Fidelity V-DAC, Matrix M-Stage   Sounds great, though as usual want more.   Considered the AKG Q701 to try a different sound?  Maybe Grado SR325i?  (When I auditioned the 325i they were fresh out of the box and really lacked any low end.  I'm going to...

Looking to explore new sounds away from the rig in my sig this holiday season, I am interested in picking up some new cans.    So, do I get myself 2 new sounds with ~$300 budget by getting the ATH-50 & the Q701s, or do I pick up a $300 set of cans like the DT990 Pro?   My goal is to have...

Have:   Sennheiser HD650, powered by Matrix M-Stage, Musical Fidelity V-DAC, computer as source, all Audioquest interconnects.   Between these two headphones, which should I get?  I'm all ears for suggestions.  Just looking to explore some new sounds.  I used to have a pair of MS-1s but...

Current setup is PC>Musical Fidelity V-DAC>Matrix M-Stage.   I have the HD650s, and I love my setup quite a bit.    Curious, however, if my source/amp components are doing me justice, and of course if I can try out new cans with confidence such as AKG 701s, DT880s, 325i or better, etc.