Hi all, I want to start a list/discussion of the most 'dynamic' sounding headphones. Headphones with the best dynamic ability. Headphones that are able to most accurately recreate large volume swings with visceral impact, authority, and 'fun-factor' shall we say. This is my list of the most...

Hi everyone, I'm considering moving on from the 1266 TC and I'm looking for some advice. This is one of the best headphones I've ever heard for metal music, which is my primary genre. The Abyss presentation is slightly U-shaped, with great clarity, punch, impact, and resolution. It just has...

As part of my never-ending search for the best headphones for metal music listening, I thought I would share a tier list of headphones to help anyone out there who might be looking for their next pair to headbang to! My list is only what I have owned or heard. I still need to hear the LCD-5...

Hi everyone, I'm looking for a new, powerful, and relatively high-end solid-state amp to add to my collection. I'm considering getting the HE6-SE at some stage otherwise the headphones I do have don't require that much power. I really just want headroom and the versatility of having a powerful...

Hi everyone, So I have had the chance to own and try quite a number of different headphones, each with their own set of strengths and weaknesses. However, I have yet to find my 'Goldilocks' headphone that is 'just right' for me. I currently own a number of high-end headphones like the Focal...

Hi everyone, I've pretty much settled on upgrading to an RME ADI-2 DAC (although I could be convinced to get something cheaper). Looking for a nice head amp to go along with it, one that is more powerful and perhaps not as apparently "sterile", "clinical" or neutral (according to some people)...

Hi everyone, so I’m fed up with messing around with different headphones and gear and I’m looking to go complete endgame and just set and forget for good. Willing to spend up to 3k AUD maximum. So uber high-end headphones like the Abyss 1266, Susvara, LCD-4z, Utopia etc. are just out of the...

Hi everyone, I'm currently looking for a new pair of portable headphones for listening to music while I'm out and about. Budget is $300 AUD max. I like well-balanced headphones but I also like bass heavy headphones as well. Lacking bass is probably the biggest put-off for me in a headphone. ...

Hey everyone,   I'm looking to buy a new pair of speakers for listening to music primarily, but also for movies, games etc. but to a lesser extent.   I would like the speakers to be active, and cost <$600 AUD.   The speakers will be used mostly on a desk and in a small bedroom, so they...

Hey guys,   I'm looking for a pair of light, portable headphones that are capable of being taken on public transport and be worn whilst walking through the city. After doing a LOT of research, I have come up with a few options as seen in the poll. The headphones need to be good with metal...

Hi everyone, looking for an IEM to use while commuting on public transport and while out in public, so decent isolation is a must. I listen almost exclusively to rock and metal that is often poorly recorded. My budget is under 200 AUD.   I would really appreciate any suggestions around IEM's...

Hey guys,   Looking for an upgrade to my Fiio E07K Andes. I will be using it with my Fidelio X2 headphones and for future headphones as well.    After doing lots of research,  I have pretty much narrowed down my choices to those in the poll, although I am definitely open to suggestions...

Hey guys,   I'm looking for a pair of light, portable headphones that are capable of being taken on public transport and be worn whilst walking in the city. After doing a LOT of research, I have narrowed down my choices to the headphones seen in the poll. The headphones need to be good with...

Hey guys, so I've recently been looking for a new pair of headphones for the home. But now I'm looking for a new pair of headphones that will be used when I'm out and about, walking through the city, on public transport etc.    These headphones will be used with a 5th gen iPod Touch or my Pono...

Ok guys, after months and months of research, confusion, and indecision;  I am finally going to buy a new pair of headphones, THIS WEEK!   Unfortunately,  I have no where to audition these headphones, so I'm relying on the opinions and insight of all my fellow Head-Fi members!   These...

Hey guys, I'm looking for a nice pair of headphones that are great all-rounders and are good with rock and metal genres. They will be used solely at home, at the computer and will be used for music, Youtube videos etc. My budget is 500 AUD.     Currently I have been looking primarily at these...

Hey guys, I'm looking for a nice pair of open back headphones that are great all-rounders and are good with rock and metal genres. My budget is 600 AUD.   I'm really tossing up between the Phillips Fidelio X2 and the HiFiMan HE-400 or HE-400i. I'm open to suggestions.        For the Amp...

Hey everyone,    I'm looking to invest in a new pair of headphones and a DAC/Amp combo.   I listen to mainly rock/metal/punk music.     I have been considering the following:   -Phillips Fidelio X2 -Sennheiser HD 600 -Sennheiser HD 650     DAC/Amp:   - Dragonfly v1.2 - HRT...

What are the differences and similarities? Which one sounds better?

Hi everyone,   I have being looking for a good pair of headphones to listen to metal and rock with. My budget is $600 ($650 US Dollars).   These are the headphones that I have narrowed it down to:   HiFiMAN HE - 400i Grado 325is Grado 325e Shure SRH1540 Sennheiser HD 650 ( not sure about...

Hi everyone,    Recently I have being doing research into headphones that are good for metal and rock genres. What I have found is that the production of metal music is often poorer than that of other genres and thus high end headphones seem to expose these flaws, making the music sound worse...

Hi everyone, I'm looking for a pair of open, over ear headphones for $600 AUD or less. I mainly listen to rock, metal, punk, and hardcore genres.   I prefer headphones that are fairly neutral and balanced, I own the PSB M4U1s and  they are very clear and balanced sounding with great clarity...