Well I got the A6 and it is a crazy good streamer, I have no idea what they are doing with their stuff but wow.

Thanks for the replies. Although I have headphones and an amp, I mainly talk about a stereo system. But this affirms my suspicions, thanks!

Thank you for your input. Your point suggests that unless a device is malfunctioning or some form of digital signal processing (DSP) is applied, the digital-to-analog conversion process should remain unaffected by the digital source itself. This insight leads me to ponder whether the Eversolo...

Certainly, I'll refine your query for clarity and focus: Subject: Seeking Insights on DAC Inputs: Eversolo Streamers vs. Custom Streaming PC Hello everyone, I'm currently deliberating between several options for enhancing my audio setup and would greatly appreciate your insights. My choices...

Can you give me an idea of what you mean by 'separate system'? Like a DAC + AMP that connects to my computer?

Oh geez....Well I started browsing the thread of people here posting their HiFi home systems. And i've realized I know nothing. I feel embarrassed even making this thread. I want to learn more. When I see all these pictures it just doesn't even make sense to me. Where do I start?

I guess I thought the Planar Magnetic technology was supposed to be revolutionary.

Thank you for the feedback, I really appreciate it. To your first question, yea I think clarity is what i'm looking for most. I am not so much into bass. Based off that, maybe that is why I can't tell a huge difference between these two headphones. I also own the AT MD50's and I do prefer the...

Hello there... First I just want to say that I love music and high quality listening. But I am second guessing myself. A few years ago I started collecting FLAC files for all my music. I don't have the money for super high-end gear, and invested in a sound card because I do all my listening...

Hello there,   I am in a bit of a predicament and would appreciate advice. Although this doesn't involve headphones, I assume many of you have home audio systems as well. I'm using simple studio monitors (M Audio BX5 D2 no sub).   I live in a one bedroom apartment, and the only "neighbor" I...

  What kind of pads do you have on your m50's??

I recently got into this hobby and I started with ATH AD700. They were great, but sold them for the ATH AD900X and these are amazing! I would think they are as good as any headphone for $300 or less in terms of sound quality.   However, I recently got the ATH M50's and i actually like them a...

Just to update, I ended up getting the creative Z. It was OK. But then I got the Asus STX, and WOW! I honestly now think these headphones are finally getting what they deserve. I know it could be better if I got some external stuff, but for now I want to get used to this set up. I am so...

Quote: You meant to say "hypothesis". Thesis is after one acquires the data. ;)

Hey SkilleT, just wondering about your experience with the extension cable. Did you notice ANY sort of decrease in sound quality after using the cable?

Me too....I mean they are not tight by any means, I guess i'm just ultra sensitive.    I have loosened them up a bit. I put them over the arm of my couch, which is larger then my head, and they seem to be better. We'll after some testing today. 

Long story short, I started with the ATH AD700's and loved them. They fit loose, but the clamping pressure was perfect for me. Well I recently upgraded to the AD900X, and i've been using them for the past few days. Immediately I realized that the clamping pressure on these was greater. Yesterday...

Quote: Thanks, I think I figured it out. Although I haven't decided exactly what I am going to do. Right now I am really happy with the Asrock  extreme6 z87's on-board sound. Here is a link for their website explaining the features. Anyway it has 115 DB SNR, and a 600 ohm amp. I am hoping...

Quote: I think i'm starting to understand. One of the problems is these things aren't exactly streamlined in terms of specifications on websites.    Thanks for your help.

Thanks guys! Ended up getting some new ones, didn't want to take the chance.

Quote: I get it now, thank you so much for explaining it!   However, i'm assuming then you mean to plug the 3.5mm to RCA into the magni, then the 3.5mm into the front headphone jack of my computer.   Here is my question: That front jack, which is on my computer case, is plugged into...

What's the best way to hook up the Magni (only) to your computer's sound card?   I am going to get a new sound, is it best to just get an RCA - 3.5mm adapter and hook up the magni to the sound card jack on the back of the computer?

Quote: I'm really confused about the impedance. I understand that the AD900X are 40-ohm (the specs say 38). And, I also read that the STX has a 600 ohm headphone amp. Where does the 10-Ohm impedance come into play? I keep thinking about the equation V=IR and I just can't wrap my head around...

Well I have some things to report.    First, I ended up getting a pair of the ATH-AD900X, in fact they just arrived and i'm giving them a listen. Initially I couldn't tell that big of a difference between these and the AD700's. The bass was obviously more pronounced, but it took a few songs...

Hello there,   So I recently got a pair of audio technica ad700's and I already am thinking about upgrading. I love the style and fit, so logically I have been looking at the ad900x. I found a used pair on Amazon, and the seller who has good ratings stated that the phones are in "like new"...