Aside from Stax, HD800, T1, & Audeze LCDx what else are on the market if you own those already?

Okay, so about 3 months ago, I was recommended to buy a pair of Ultrasone HFI-780 after my pleas for sound quality and comfort in a well-priced package. Unfortunately, it wasn't until after I had dished out 160 bucks and passed the refund date, that the headaches started. I've adjusted where...

Has anybody else had the same experience: After trying them 'all' : HD600 Sony MDR-CD3000 AGK 701 Grado 325 Sony mdr sa5000 Denon ah d5000 the circle ends with HD600. If they still produced the sony cd3000 that would be my 'final' solution. p.s. 'only' stax experience is missing

I want to know if there are any headphones that can be easily changed from open to close design and vice versa.    For instance, something like a swivel backplate on the outside of the phones that can be rotated to reveal open ports/vents and can be immediately closed when needed depending...

I need to get my headphones repaired. They are the CD3000 and are a bit old. The cable has become loose causing the sound to go in and out. Also, the ear pads are disintegrating. I don't know if there are any more ear pads around. These cans have been discontinued. Will Sony be able to fix...

Hi guy, I just want to know whether it is worth buying the JVC HP-DX1000 instead of Denon D5000. I read some reviews which say that the JVC is better than Denon. Is it true? When you give me your opinion, can you also recommend me a good headphone amp(1000k down) for the one you pick? Thanks

Hi, I’m new to Head-Fi and found this forum when I was searching for headphone reviews and I’m very pleased with it so thanks to all you guys for making this a great archive of information. After extended use of the “search” option and reading several threads I “almost” found a suitable...

Sorry if this has been asked before, but I am just wondering if high impedance headphones (like DT880 @ 250 ohms) will sound better out of a stereo speaker amplifier than a lower impedance phone (like 32 ohms), as I seem to be getting that impression from what I read (problems with hissing, and...

Hi everyone, first time poster here. I've enjoyed the forum & it's incredible community for some time now and can finally enter the foray of higher-end audio. Recently some deals have come my way on the following pieces so I'm stuck trying to choose between them. Suggestions on any other cans...

Hey everyone, Like the topic says, what was the first headphone(s) you purchased after coming to Head-Fi for the first time? I'm a little curious because I've been here for about a month or so, and already bought 2 headphones . First one I bought were the Sony MDR-D66 Eggos for portable use...

Can someone point me to a FAQ that addresses how headphone impedance and sensitivity factor in the ability for a given source to drive them appropriately?

FISCHER AUDIO FA-011       (EDIT- JUNE 15, 2011 - BE SURE TO LOOK AT THE END OF THE REVIEW FOR STUFF THAT MIGHT HELP YOU!!!!)   Fischer Audio is at it again! Before you discount these headphones as another Fischer Audio plot, please allow me to explain why you might absolutely...

Hi folks, I'm currently considering a few pairs of headphones which, if my fellow Head-Fiers would be so kind, I would be humbled and grateful if you would rate on a scale of 1 (lowest) to 5 highest) the criteria listed below pertaining to each. The headphones themselves are as follows- A...

Hi,   Can someone with a Firestone Little Country 3 please let me know the follow?   Does the Pre amp or bypass output get disabled when headphones get plugged in?  The preouts are still active when I plug in headphones. Is there HUM with headphones below 32ohms?  There is a HUM with...

I just ordered them from my sony friend, $280 usd shipped, now they might take a while to arrive, but those of you who have them, what do I have to look forward to? I had the CD3000's and have the HD650's so if you could compare/contrast to those it would help. What does the packaging look like...

I am looking to get an amp soon, budget is 1000usd and not sure which one to go for. Currently have the RS1 and CD3000 but may get the T1 or HD800. I dont need the amp with DAC as I will get the DAC on its own. Mainly listen to Pop and classics, hope you guys could help me out.

My AKG K501s are getting lots of love recently. These have got to be the best jazz/newage headphones, even better in some ways than the DT880 to my ears. The highs are mellower and less analytical than the DT880, and those mids are just mind blowing. The bass lightness makes everything sound...

After I posted a picture of a friend of mine wearing them I decided to dig them out of storage. I bought these puppies off eBay for about $120 during a FURIOUS bid battle for them several years ago, they are new. They are chrome plated plastic, not that heavy, my Pro 4Titanium's weigh about the...

I lucked into a pair of Sony R10's for an amazing price, but of course there was a reason - one of the drivers is totally shot (completely beyond repair - it looks like the previous owner tried to have it repaired or repaired it himself, and the diaphragm's torn, the coil leads are gone, etc). ...

Reading the forum I often find comments about closed vs open headphones. Some even say that closed headphones are not for them. Other than isolation, what generally differienciate both family? I only heard and have open headphones in my inventory, sorry if this question is quite basic for some.

Hey guys,   What online audio stores are there that are either based in Australia or ship to Australia (with relatively low shipping costs)?   Can include authorized eBay sellers.   Preferably cheap prices. :P   These are the ones I already know of:  ...

In comparison to the pair of my Denon D5000s in which the screw has broken and I couldn't afford a repair and I had got to sell, another screw in another place of D2000s I have had got only yesterday, just have broken. I'm totally frustrated with the quality of Denon headphones and even with...

Ahoy, Mostly listen to Piano/Violin solo or P|V & orchestra recording. Occasionally listen to rock/metal (the shameful power metal or sympho metal types, along with some classical rock). Need a pair of comfortable closed HP Tried W5000 (headband comfort, bass to rolled off), D5000 (etched...

Hi folks,   Just weighing the option of selling off my MDR CD3000 which I bought many years ago and have rarely used it because of travel and it was quite expensive when I got it so didn't want to use it too much.  You can say its a display ornament right now :)   On the road I've been...

Hey.   I'm wondering how to make the cord detatchable on said headphones (although I presume it's a pretty general procedure).   I'm thinking about making it balanced, with a connector on each side.   I would like to be able to use the Sennheiser sockets that are on the HD-600 etc...