I guess I'm confused as to how the SYS preamp works as I saw two RCA line-ins and went from there. My original thought was to have my T-amp/speakers go to In 1, Asgard/headphones to In 2, and then the Out to my onboard audio. I have trouble wrapping my head around the cabling/line in/line out...

Hi all, My current audio setup is a little less than ideal and I was hoping that could change with my new build. Right now, my computer has an HT Omega Striker soundcard with a T-amp for my Cambridge Audio S30 bookshelf speakers (+ BIC F12 sub) and a Schiit Asgard (original) for my Sennheiser...

Hello all, as the title states I am looking to move away from my Logitech Z5500 speaker system to a 2.0/1 bookshelf system. My source will be my computer and my main uses are for music, watching anime, and some gaming. The 5.1 system is nice for the latter two aspects (mainly the anime), but I...

Another bump.

Any input?

Hello Head-Fi,   I'm pretty familiar with full-sized cans, but IEMs are out of my territory, so I'm coming to you for some help. I recently started full-time on a Help Desk where I was given the following --  ...

Schiit Asgard or Matrix M-Stage are two highly recommended amplifiers in that price bracket. I use the Asgard with my HD580 (AMAZING headphones, by the way) and they pair wonderfully.

Sounds like something from the Grado or Alessandro line would be perfect for you. Look into either the SR-80i (Grado) or MS-1 (Alessandro).

Sennheiser HD598 will handle the majority of music very well and it has an amazing soundstage as well. I don't own them, but they did sound pretty damn good when I auditioned them at a store.   Also, I have to ask... who is that in your avatar?

I don't want to throw a wrench into things, but have you looked into some Sennheiser HD580s? While I haven't compared them side-by-side, many say they sound nearly identical to the HD600 (even more so when you swap the plastic grilles on the HD580 with the HD600 grilles). Best part about the...

Sennheiser phones tend to pair well with most genres, so not much to worry about there. While it isn't as big of an upgrade, there is also the Sennhesier HD598 -- very lively and said to not show any characteristics of Senn's "veil".   Outside that, Mal hasn't steered anyone in a bad...

The HD650 will definitely be an upgrade to the HD595. The HD600 is also an excellent choice if you're looking for something slightly more analytical. This is, of course, assuming you want to stick with Sennheiser.   To help others out with this thread -- what is your budget?   EDIT --...

Quote: The FiiO E9 is just over $100 new on Amazon (~$112), so if you can spare the extra change, there is always that. If not, I'm sure you can find it used for under $100 easily.

Sennheiser HD600 are neutral with good bass, so they might be a pair to look into. Well below your price-range, too. They don't fold in/out, though, so no luck there. You'd also need an amp to get the most out of them, but I have no idea if that would be an issue for you or not.

While not having used either of the amps in question, my word is only worth so much. That said, Schiit does, indeed, make quality products, so you definitely can't go wrong with that purchase. Personally, I would save the $200 and go for the LD MkIII. It'll provide plenty of power for your...

Beyerdynamic DT-770 or a used pair of Denon D2000 sound like they should suit your needs.

Sennheiser HD558 modded.

I've read the OP multiple times now and no where does it mention anything that would discount the SR60i or SR80i. While they might not be the best for imaging (i.e., gaming), they do excel with certain genres of music and are far from stale.   That said, what will be your main listening...

I've seen HD600 go for ~$200 on the FS forums here, so if you're set on those, throw up a WTB classified and see if anyone takes the bait.   On the HD518 -- the price of these headphones plus the price of the replacement earpads from Sennheiser and your basically paying as much as you would...

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  Since you like the Sennheiser sound, I would look into a pair of HD580s. These cans are essentially an older HD600 -- many users say that they can't tell the difference between the two. You will have to buy them used, though, since they have been out of production for quite some time. I...

I'm not saying you can't, but I would not recommend jumping straight into the high-end with the HD800 considering you don't even know if you'll like the sound. There are a lot of phones to be heard up to that price point, many of which are comparatively cheaper, that might meet your fancy.  ...

The HD598s are rather easily driven, so an amp isn't entirely necessary, but $200 has a couple of really good options --   Used Schiit Asgard Matrix M-Stage FiiO E9 + E7 (or just the E9 if you don't need the DAC and portability of the E7)

Since you already have a decent list of recommendations (and I'm not a basshead, so I couldn't recommend anything anyways), I just want to mention that your source plays a huge role in how things sound. You mentioned that clarity is a bit more important than a thumping bass. This might be...

I don't really mean to throw a wrench in the process, but if you're looking to save a few dollars, the SR60i is also a perfectly acceptable choice that doubles as a fun modding piece.   I have only heard the SR80i, so take that as you will. Most people seem to think that the SR80i is worth...