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Hifiman HE1000 Planar Dynamic Headphone
As you can see from my equipment, I'm mid-fi and a Hifiman fan so they're usually relevant to me and I like his style. Definitely not dissing the Tungstens, just nice to have someone I respect confirming my choice.- Simon Patten
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FLUX Mentor Class-A dual-mono headphone amplifier.
Ah, thanks, so a kind of synergy balance? Wow, trying to find the perfect combination must be an almost endless task, I admire your dedication. :)- Simon Patten
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Hifiman HE1000 Planar Dynamic Headphone
In case you haven't seen it, Wavetheory's latest video confirms that he still rates the HEKSE just above the much vaunted Tungstens, which is good to know for those of us who considered ordering them but gave up due to the huge wait and power requirement.- Simon Patten
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FLUX Mentor Class-A dual-mono headphone amplifier.
Since you guys are talking about such things, can I ask: Aside from the practical aspects of multiple inputs, controls, etc., what is the sonic benefit of using a pre-amp? Assuming the DAC, amplifier and cables are doing the best they can, won't putting something inbetween just degrade the...- Simon Patten
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Hifiman HE1000 Planar Dynamic Headphone
Useful to know, thanks for the recommendation. It is strange though, Amazon US won't ship them to the UK, I've never come across that before. This is cheap and cheerful for the UK folks. I think mine is coming from the black plastic headphone hanger which has a slightly sticky surface to stop...- Simon Patten
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Hifiman HE1000 Planar Dynamic Headphone
Hi guys, any thoughts on cleaning the leather head band? Mine is starting to darken and I'd rather keep it clean than let it get worse. Thanks.- Simon Patten
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USB Audio Player PRO (UAPP): 24- and 32-bit playback, ubiquitous USB audio support for Android
I would re-seat the SD card and factory reset the Hiby, that usually cures most problems (remember to back up first if necessary). If that doesn't fix it, it may be a faulty unit.- Simon Patten
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Aune S17 pro
You'll need a T-6 torx screwdriver and a CR1220 lithium cell battery. Undo the screw on the back, replace the battery, replace the back and screw, done.- Simon Patten
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Aune S17 pro
What a good idea, although mine doesn't have a DAC... ;)- Simon Patten
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Aune S17 pro
Try this, I always think it has a pretty 3-dimentional sound, especially the drums. (My third favourite track after Supper's Ready and Stairway.)- Simon Patten
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Comment by 'Simon Patten' in item 'Parks Audio Waxwing'
BTW, I have no connection to Shannon or the Waxwing, I'm just very impressed with it and interested in what others think.- Simon Patten
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Comment by 'Simon Patten' in item 'Parks Audio Waxwing'
I just came across some reviews on YouTube:- Simon Patten
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
I'm surprised. I don't have very good hearing (I'm old) but the difference between listening on my ADI-2 and S17 amp is clear to me - aside from the extra bass 'weight' that the amp gives, it offers more detail with better sound stage and is more open. I was very happy with the ADI-2's headphone...- Simon Patten
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
I agree. It's a remarkably competent device that does more than I'll ever need but it's good to know that whatever I throw at it, it can handle. The PEQ was the defining feature for me as I need EQ and when I discovered the 'Remote' dashboard I was sold, it made what I thought was going to be a...- Simon Patten
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
Ah yes, of course, thank you. They're too similarly named for having such a significant difference. I think I was caught out by that when I bought it as an analogue input would have been be useful (sorted now with my Waxwing).- Simon Patten
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Hifiman HE1000 Planar Dynamic Headphone
Short of spending several thousands more, mine too.- Simon Patten
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Exceptional in Every Detail: Say Hello to the IE 600
I had a similar problem with mine; after a few weeks (with very little cable swapping) the left bud became intermittent. I swapped the cables around and realised that it was the MMCX plug on that side of the cable so I took it back to the aforementioned Richer Sounds, reproduced it, and they...- Simon Patten
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
I'm confused. I was just reading https://rme-audio.de/downloads/adi2fs_e.pdf and on page 6 it says, "The ADI-2 FS has two analog line inputs ...". Mine has digital inputs and analogue RCA and XLR plus headphone outputs but no analogue inputs that I can see. Is this a mistake or am I missing...- Simon Patten
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Hifiman HE1000 Planar Dynamic Headphone
The only marking I found was on the box where it says 'Stealth Magnet Edition'. (Edit: Oops, 'Stealth Magnets Design', I was going from memory.)- Simon Patten
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Exceptional in Every Detail: Say Hello to the IE 600
You're welcome. I've been impressed by Richer, their customer service is excellent and they will price match even if you find a price that you think they can't possibly sell it for and still make a profit.- Simon Patten
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
It works nicely for me:)- Simon Patten
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Exceptional in Every Detail: Say Hello to the IE 600
Contact Richer, they're very good with things like that.- Simon Patten
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FLUX Mentor Class-A dual-mono headphone amplifier.
I agree, I'm sure they have excellent smoothing in the ADI-2 but even so, switch mode power supplies are horrible noisy things.- Simon Patten
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FLUX Mentor Class-A dual-mono headphone amplifier.
Ok, thanks. I've been wondering if a linear PSU would improve the ADI-2 (despite what RME say) so was hoping you'd tried it.- Simon Patten
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Comment by 'Simon Patten' in item 'Parks Audio Waxwing'
Apologies for the incorrect info earlier, I had no idea it could be ordered through Amazon.- Simon Patten
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