This.

We still talkmbout hifi...? Because I see what you doing lol

I've always loved the idea of 4.4 Pentaconn balanced... but since, I've stumbled accross many faulty 4.4 terminations, the ol' reliable 6.35 mm (1/4") jack still remains the best in my heart.

Btr3k with 2,5 mm jack with no issues and I regularly put it into pocket on my jeans

They are finicky and picky as shit...imeen which mini xlr? 4 prong or three, and the lack of devices between each..nah son, I've had so many mini xlr cables that weren't compatible to the devices I had--even when the connects lined up. It's a non starter. I own Audio-GD amps that can't use mini xlr ( on their ACSS connections) unless its from them and theyre edition compatible, and I've owned a RHA portable amp with mini xlr capability that never worked with any mini xlr cable I bought. Trash....it gets an F

Have you tried a Crossfeed plugin? They seem to be the next step in attaining headphone realism

same. never had an issue

You do NOT need a third speaker for the centre image. Dont you learn how stereo sound works in school? I know I did O.o

https://www.headphonesty.com/2022/01/what-is-the-difference-between-mono-and-stereo/

https://www.hifireport.com/mono-vs-stereo-the-complete-guide/

100% couldn’t agree more

Sound Blaster Z > G6

I actually switched to Z from G6 just recently, such an improvement. The Z and ZxR differentiate in amp with ZxR using TPA6120 instead of JRC 2114. The chips configuration of ZxR is actually similar to my FX-Audio X6.

Only Z combined with an amp made my current production HD600 enjoyable. Neither G6, X6 or cheap dongles managed that.

Both sizes of XLR are latched, though the latch itself is on the female connector. Which is why you associate it with mini-XLR, since female mini are used in headphones quite often

I see but on a AKG K702 I get about 200 degree of surround sound ( basically from ear to ear, dont get much sounds coming from in front of me ), to replicate that on a speaker system surely you need a third channel behind you right ?

u/smalg2, YES!! ! I have the same exact impression as you! My ER2XR also doesn't sound like the FR curves I found. "Muted", I'm not sure of, but Dark is definitely how I describe them.
However, as others have mentioned, their midrange is their strength, and I use them primarily when I want intimate vocals or quiet immersive instrumentals.
I do EQ a lot so I have a few profiles for them, but since the FR on internet is not helpful, I gotta do it mostly with my own ears.

TRRS ftw

Yes! Pentaconn for the win! 😁

>Can speaker systems have soundstage and solid imaging like a pair of headphones though

Yes, even a pair of 179€ Adam Audio T5V, angled at 30 - 45 degrees, will outperform ANY headphone, in regards to soundstage AND imaging! In comparison even the HD 800(S) feels like watching a 3D movie, without wearing the glasses! Be mindful though, soundstage and imaging is only one part of the experience and probably the least important one imho.

>Also with speakers to experience perfect soundstage you have to sit in an exact position right ?

Yes.

But it's 4 pin. What yall listening to on pin 4? Lol

LEMO FGG B-series should be above all. As many as 64 contacts if you wish so, is latching and many more features what you could wish for.

The 1/4 inch on the archel 2.5xl is one of the best experiences of my audio life. It thunks in the most satisfying way.

Can speaker systems have soundstage and solid imaging like a pair of headphones though ? Also with speakers to experience perfect soundstage you have to sit in an exact position right ?

That helps a lot, thanks! Definitely a different take than most but interesting to read and makes me rather curious how I might perceive them then

Even the Salnotes Zero would be better. In my opinion at least. Use them almost every day. Use them over the Aria's I have, partially cause they stay in my ears better. Slept with them too.

Tier C imo, they feel kind of flimsy Edit: C++, Standard XLR is the way

If mono was on here it would be in F tier

How is the width smaller than Quarks but the scale is out of the world 🤔