Lotoo PAW Gold Touch - High Resolution Digital Audio Player The all new PAW Gold Touch Hi-Fi Player is here. Lotoo has basically tried to retain the DNA of the LPG in its design cues. The biggest changes are of course the Touchscreen, Balanced Out and USB DAC. DAP Summary: 3.8" IPS Touch...

Trying to have a dedicated thread for Cases and Organizers for IEMs and Portable Gear. Please feel free to share your cases and links to where others can find it.   There are times when, the case that comes with the gear, does not work out for us. A good example is the case included with the...

I purchased a camera lens for my wife on March 10 and it was supposed to be delivered on March 17. The seller provided me an incorrect tracking number and does not respond to messages. Today is March 19 and the item has not been delivered yet. I started a refund request yesterday, requesting the...

The purpose of this thread is to discuss the merits, claims, facts and people's views and experiences on ADEL Technology.   ADEL stands for Ambrose Diaphonic Ear Lens. It was created by Stephen Ambrose who is the Founder, Chief Scientist and President of Asius Technologies, LLC. Asius...

Hello,   I am looking for a $1200, U.S based Custom IEM. Neutral signature(with a touch of warmth), good low-end and top-end extension. Deep, textured, impactful Bass. Sub-bass that rumbles. Mids shouldn’t sound too forward. Smooth and airy Treble with a bit of sparkle.   What I am also...

Any retailer/dealer/audiologist/audiophile store in Las Vegas that carry Demo units of Custom IEMs?

Hello,   I am looking for a good overall Silicone Shell Custom-IEM in the $800 range with the following sound characteristics: Warm and Musical Sound, Punchy Bass, Good Detail & Clarity with smoothness and not being sibilant, Good Soundstage (Wide and Deep).   Preferably a US based company...

Hello,   I am looking for a pair of Open-Back Headphones with good soundstage.   Budget: $700-1000   Sound: Warm Sound. Sound signature similar to that of the Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear.   Comfort: Very Important. I am sensitive to discomfort.   Music Preference: I listen to a wide...

I thought it will be helpful to have a thread that will focus on Naming 2 Headphones (IEMs or Headphones) that have Similar Sound Signature and Characteristics, but may differ in Sound Quality..   Rules:   1. Name only 2 Headphones (it could be: 2 Headphones or 2 IEMs or an IEM & a...

My friend is looking for a Over-Ear, Wireless, Active-Noise-Cancelling Headphone with Mic and Remote to be used with smartphone and to manage calls.   He tried the Sony MDR-XB950BT and he felt it had a bit too much bass for his taste. He does want bass, but not to the extent of XB950. His...

Some of you have been hoping to see a comparison between the Fiio X3 2nd Generation (X3ii) and the Sony NWZ-A15/A17 (A10 Series). I had a chance to spend a couple of days with both these players and here are my observations in terms of sound, usability and additional features. Tracks used were a...

Hello,   I want to buy my wife a nice pair of on-ear headphones.   Style: On-Ear Closed Back   Budget: $100   Sound: Warm, Smooth, Fun and Good SQ   Comfort: The most IMPORTANT aspect. The only kind of ear-pads she finds comfortable is the flat pads like the one on the Grado SR60s and...

A week back, a member mentioned that Fiio X3ii can't function as a DAC/Amp for smartphones directly.  I did some reading and turns out people have been using the following setup to use the Fiio E17K as DAC/Amp for their smartphones:   Smartphone > Micro USB to USB Female Cable > Powered USB...

Hello,   I have been using a Shure 215 for the past three years and I wanted an upgrade. So I bought a Sennheiser IE80. I mostly use my Rockboxed Sansa as the source and my Macbook Pro otherwise. Between the 215s and the IE80s, although I find an improvement in SQ, it's not a day/night...

Has anyone tried this duo?   Thanks,

Hello,   Has anyone owned both Momentum 1 and Momentum 2? If yes, could you please compare the ear cups, comfort and sound between the two?    I just bought a Momentum-1 Over-Ear and had to return it because the ear cups were small for my ears. I read at various places that the ear-cups...

Hello,   I am new to the world of HiFi music. Last week I bought a Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear (1st Gen) being aware of the fact that those have small ear-cups. I have a below average sized ears and yet it did not work out for me and now I am returning it. Momentum's sound was just right for...

Hello,   I am buying a pair of Sennheiser Momentum Over Ear(Gen 1) and I am looking for some professional help with regards to finding the right rigs, DAPs and Amps to go with it. As for the DAP, I have narrowed it down to Fiio X1 and Fiio X3. My budget is &150-$200 and I can't buy an amp if I...