I actually already have a DAP 😅 . Its the Fiio M11. Was planning on buying a new DAC/AMP because I've bought some new high-end headphones like the Fostes TH900 MK2 and Sony MDR-Z1R which I feel aren't getting proper treatment from my current setup.

I am currently in search of a new DAC and headphone amp. My current gear is the SMSL SU-8 (DAC), THX 789 Massdrop (AMP) and Bravo Audio V2 (Tube amp). I am looking for a mid to high-end DAC/AMP combo that would be a good investment and last me years whilst sounding good of course. I am looking...

Thank you for the info. I am actually using the ZMF Ori pads, which have tamed the treble and I am satisfied with how they sound now. I will look into the GM200 when I have some free time, but now I am satisfied with the TH900 and I have another basshead headphone, the Campfire Cascade

I don't really 'travel' with them. I have 2 separate setups for Singapore and UK. So Singapore has my main amp/DAC and the majority of my headphones. Right now here in the UK, I am using the Topping L30 amp and Atom DAC. Both are relatively cheap/entry-level but are an 'okay' performance. As I...

I think I have an idea of what my preferred sound is, but I just gotta try out some other headphones that I've been recommended in this thread. The main important thing that has been brought to my attention is that I need to upgrade my tube and solid state amps, this will definitely make a...

I have an SMSL SU-8. Not surprised the majority of tube amps are hella huge. Sounds like my best bet is the HP8, I am definitely intrigued by it.

I would love to try speakers but can't since I live with other people. Maybe in a few years once I graduate and have my own place

Yes definitely, I just gotta wait till I get back to Singapore. Can find some really good used audiophile gear there.

Thank you for the recommendations. @Shane D in this thread had also recommended the Violectric and some other tube amp recommendations which are more economical like the Schiit Valhalla 2 or Little Dot MK9. Do you have any other recommendations for something slightly cheaper than what you...

Oh the highs on the TH900 are absolutely killing my ears, but I decided to change to the ZMF Ori pads which thank god actually tamed the highs and brought the mids forward a bit. So now I'm all good with it.

@m-i-c-k-e-y @smallcaps Yeh I am definitely going to sell some of my headphones that I don't use. Then I can buy some more high-quality headphones and other solid-state/tube amps

To be honest, at one point I did consider buying one of the Denon or Emu Teak headphones. After searching some more I just decided on buying the Fostex TH900 MK2.

Honestly, can't remember. It's been like 3 years+ since I dabbled in this hobby. The only thing I've heard and liked but did not buy was the Campfire Andromedas. I have not tried any top of the line headphones though, like I'm talking $4,000 and up.

@Shane D @XMarsX Thank you for the suggestions. Honestly, I might start trying to sell my lesser-used headphones and buy a more premium headphone. I have not tried any top-of-the-line headphones from Hifiman, Audeze (like the LCD5), or ZMF. I will try out the Focals, and Meze Empyrean, I have...

Hmm, I've seen about this, it looks huge ish, but I'll keep looking into it. Are there any other tube amps you would recommend? Are the Schiit tube amps good?

I have 1 IEM, the JH Audio 13v2 customs, but I will look into both of them. Maybe I should get more IEMs. The only other IEMs I've liked were the Campfire Andromeda and something from Ultimate ears if I recall back in 2019.

Hello guys, I don't really know what to look for now. I have the Audeze LCD2F, Hifiman Edition XV2, Hifiman TH900 MK2, Sony MDR Z1R, HD 600, ZMF Aeolus, AKG 7XX, Campfire Audio Cascade. I tend to dislike neutral, analytical or bright headphones. As you can tell from my current line up is very...

I actually bought the ZMF Ori pads cause I also heard good things about it. I'll see how the ZMF Ori pads turn out to be before getting other pads

The TH900s are extremely V shaped, to the point the mids can sound recessed or overshadowed by the bass and treble. It is amazing with certain genres like EDM but where vocals are of concern, like in Rap, it's just good. The highs are killing me though, so I've got some ZMF Ori pads and Dekoni...

Thank you for your input @dstar33 and @fastedi. I heard the same thing regarding the Cascade from Joshua Valor's review on them. So I guess I won't be getting them and I'll just look at other headphones to add

Hello Argon owners, is it worth adding the Argon Mk3 to my collection? I keep seeing peope rave about it, especially for being a fun headphone. I have quite a few headphones. My fun sounding headphones are the Hifiman Edition X V2, Campfire Cascade, Th900, Audeze LCD2. So I am not sure if I...

Hey guys, I just got my Fostex and ooooh boy has it been an experience. I really enjoy using it for EDM and any dark-sounding songs. But I need some advice. It is quite bright for my taste, which I had a feeling it would be after looking at many reviews. I just want to know which earpads...

Thank you for the explanation, you learn something new every day I guess.

I'm not a technical audiophile, I don't know what you meant by those frequencies, I just like to have fun and enjoy music. But, I will take your word for it, that there is good bass slam. I also don't know what you mean by 900 annis but ok. Worst comes to worst, if I don't enjoy the TH-900 MK2...

Good to know people still consider them fun in 2023 considering all the new headphones that came out. Would you say the bass has more oomph, more of an impact/slam? I am trying to gauge how it compares to the Sony MDR-1ZR. I've seen a review stating both of these headphones are similar in bass...