Recent comments in /f/headphones
niccster10 t1_j9lpylf wrote
Reply to comment by Alfiethehounddog in My End Game, but I'm not sure I'm happy Any questions? by mghazik
It's a schiit modi. Measures VERY well and can support 96 so uhh.... Yeah
niccster10 t1_j9lpu5d wrote
Reply to comment by Alfiethehounddog in My End Game, but I'm not sure I'm happy Any questions? by mghazik
"if you're compare the same mix/master" how do you know it's the same mix and master? Because It has the same title and album cover?
When I am listening to the "same mix" on Spotify and Amazon music, yes, I CAN hear a significant difference. But that has nothing to do with them being in 96.
In a PROPERLY set up double blind test I doubt you will actually be able to tell the difference.
Ryudius t1_j9lpixy wrote
Looks like a marshmallow covered in bugs
TadCat216 t1_j9lol2w wrote
Reply to TOTL IEM vs headphones sound quality? by thor_Alf
I’m gonna go a bit against the grain here. I’ve tried several IEMs from moondrop starfield to campfire andromeda and they’ve all sounded like shit compared to HD600s or sundaras. Basic speakers like LSR308Ps are way more enjoyable than any headphones imo, especially with a decent subwoofer. I’d go as far as to say if you have any reasonable private listening room headphones shouldn’t really be in the discussion. No headphone matches the visceral experience of well tuned room-filling bass. I’d even take my (fairly extensive) car system over any headphones I’ve ever heard 10 times out of 10. Just IMO of course.
JAYYAUDIO OP t1_j9lofe8 wrote
Reply to comment by oopsidiedmybad in Letshuoer EJ07 REVIEW - A Magical Journey (My Favourite IEMs) by JAYYAUDIO
Thank you! And yes they are. Love them.
signal_decay t1_j9lnn84 wrote
This is something someone just whipped up in their garage and listed on ebay. Not sure if it's a joke or a legitimate attempt to scam people, but either way it is certainly not an "audiophile" product.
signal_decay t1_j9lmqlu wrote
Reply to comment by Eleventh_Barista in $500 Audiophile SATA SSD Cable: The snakiest of oils by dstarr3
Because it's something someone whipped up in their garage and is trying to sell on ebay.
renerem t1_j9llzxv wrote
Reply to I turned my 6XX into a weighted blanket by GHOSTVIPERZ28
Well, a closed back HD650 or HD600 is the dream of many people out there, but I guess your dream turned out to be a nightmare xD
MrEcksDeah t1_j9llrg7 wrote
Before I bought this cable, my 1s and 0s were kind of flat sounding. Now my 1s and 0s really have that sparkle and warmth I was looking for. Can’t ever go back to my old sata cable.
dreamcatcherop t1_j9ll6to wrote
Reply to comment by vavent_ in Moondrop Variations - I'm just addicted to them by vavent_
If you're saying that for fear of offending (considering stan reputation), dw about it. I interjected in someone else's conversation.
oopsidiedmybad t1_j9lksu4 wrote
Those are fucking gorgeous
cagdas t1_j9lkoxh wrote
I love tube amps while playing my guitars. That sweet breakup when you dial them to a certain volume makes my day. But for playback, I would never go for tube amps. I want to play music as they were recorded and mastered.
Alfiethehounddog t1_j9lkl7x wrote
Reply to comment by niccster10 in My End Game, but I'm not sure I'm happy Any questions? by mghazik
Yeah thats 100% not true. Yes mix / master is very important, but if you compare the same mix / master via Spotify / high res / analogue then there is a SIGNIFICANT difference. Plus most stuff on Spotify is mastered to sound loud with zero dynamic range
Alfiethehounddog t1_j9lke6m wrote
Reply to comment by niccster10 in My End Game, but I'm not sure I'm happy Any questions? by mghazik
Were you actually listening via a DAC that could process 96k?
Chernypakhar t1_j9ljq0z wrote
Reply to comment by kazuviking in We got it all wrong. SATA cables are the weakest link xD by [deleted]
Can we have an audiophile lobotomy already? So the lack of prefrontal cortex activity could make one receive the sound bypass the limit of consciousness and embrace the music with the very soul itself.
npalnpal t1_j9li3bw wrote
Reply to comment by tvang187 in Ever buy a pair just for how they looked? How do they sound? by Paranomaly
I had a pair I just traded, extremely neutral and lacking a bit of bass for my taste but I fixed that with eq.
JAYYAUDIO OP t1_j9lhd3f wrote
Hey guys! Happy Wednesday my dudes.
So, throughout my time in this rabbit hole I’ve heard many hyped up and critically acclaimed IEMs like the U12T, Z1R, the MEST, the Monarch, but out of all of them my favourite, and the most unique IEM to me, is the Original EJ07 from Letshuoer. There’s no other set that’s as immersive and musically engaging that I’ve heard.
TLDR video for those who don't want to read the whole thing
The way Letshouer tuned the EJ07 is actually genius - it’s like they took all their stat points and put it into mid-range and musical immersion - and it works perfectly, creating this almost out of body experience that I’ve never heard on any other set. When I crank up the EJs it’s like I just forgot about reality, and I’m just floating away with the music as it takes me on a journey.
Now, I’m not even going to try and defend the recessed treble and lack of bass. I do not recommend this set… at normal slash lower listening volumes. It’s just too dark and muffled under 80dbs - you should not get this if you don’t like to listen loud. But, with that being said, once you crank this baby up it turns into a completely different beast - it’s like going from a Magikarp to a Gyarados.
But we’re talking at least 85dbs, and sometimes I even hit 95 on more laid back songs, which you definitely shouldn’t be doing regularly - I only use the EJs 3 times a week, and only 30 minute to an hour each session at that volume. Your listening environment is also very important. This isn’t a set where you can just put it on at work or on a walk or something - no no no you NEED to give it your full, undivided, 100% attention, so no distractions. I highly recommend just laying down or sitting back with your eyes closed, relaxed, and just take in all the music and everything the EJ has to offer.
Now, the reason why you’re even able to crank it that high in the first place is because there’s simply just less treble; it really allows the music to be a lot smoother and doesn’t kill your ears at high volumes. But most importantly, this smoothness allows you to crank up the immersion as the music envelops around you and takes you away on a journey. Any more treble at higher volumes and it’s going to break the immersion because of sharpness and fatigue, and it’ll kill your ears too. This is also the same with the low-end. Too much bass at high volume will start to get fatiguing, but more importantly it overtakes the mid-range and switches the focus onto the booming low-end, which again breaks the immersion.
Now, based on the graph it might look like the treble and bass is too recessed, but it’s actually not - it’s actually in the perfect position once you crank it up. Of course they won’t have the same focus as the midrange, but both sit nicely right behind it, clear, unmuffled, and ready to be called upon whenever you want to switch your focus. Neither distracts you away from the mids, but instead acts as the perfect support to the midrange which is the star of the show. For example, Cymbals sit slightly behind the vocals and other instruments, and although the crash isn’t going to be as extended, crispy, and airy versus something like the Variations, they aren’t soft or dark either. The EJs sound balanced and the timbre is natural and realistic. Same with the bass, not booming like a subwoofer, but it’s still high quality, very textured, fast, and clean. And I actually did EQ more bass and treble just to see what it’s like, but it just ends up taking away from the immersion.
Finally, let’s talk about the midrange where all the magic happens. Since the bass and treble is less emphasised this pushes the midrange more into focus, and highlights nuances that otherwise would have been taken away by the attention from the bass and treble region. To my ears, the EJ07s has one of the cleanest and clearest mid-ranges I’ve ever heard. Now, this is at higher volumes of course, but it’s on par with sets like the Monarchs and Variations. Instrument separation and layering is top of the line with those sets as well, and imaging specifically is very special when combined with the staging. Sound is incredibly precise, centred, fast, with sharp attack and quick decay, coming from every direction all around me, and because there’s a bigger contrast or perceived distance in the bass, treble and mids - the EJs actually feel less flat and more 3D when compared to the others.
Vocals are also stunning, incredibly smooth, gentle, but also powerful when needed. The gain is perfect, never shrill or sharp like the Variations can get at higher volumes. The midrange is forward leaning like the vocals, creating a sense of intimacy with the music while bombarding you with details from every direction possible. Of course the dynamics are incredible as well - although the bass and treble aren’t as audible as other “normal” IEMs, they’re still clearly there, and in-terms of smoothness and scaling the EJs are TOTL.
So, this combination of immersion, a 3D presentation, and TOTL midrange focused approach creates an unparalleled musical experience that I’ve never heard in any other form factors period, IEMs, Headphones, or Speakers. It’s so immersive that I feel like I’m floating away into another galaxy or something. It’s almost dreamlike at times especially with rock and alternative libraries. The EJs took me to a whole new world on songs like A House in Nebraska, God Turn me into a flower, Venice Bitch, and Flower in the town.
But I do realise that the EJs are more of a specialized set then an all rounder like the Variations, and the 07M version. So, if you don’t check the boxes of listening at loud volumes and giving it your full undivided attention, then you’re just gonna end up missing its full potential - and for $829 bucks, that’s a steep price to pay. But if you are interested it does go on sale frequently for 20% off on Letshouers website.
So ya, that’s why the EJ07s are my favourite IEMs (no this isn’t a sponsored post - I wish). Again this is a high volume specific set, and you can get a more “correct” sounding IEM like the Variations, and EJ07M - but I still haven’t heard anything close to its musicality and immersiveness. The closest would be the dark magician but that’s more laid back rather than intimate. It’s just truly a very unique listening experience.
Thanks for reading!
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vavent_ OP t1_j9lgtc0 wrote
Reply to comment by dreamcatcherop in Moondrop Variations - I'm just addicted to them by vavent_
My bad, indeed this group is also had cool songs
mvw2 t1_j9lgc5t wrote
You might need to plan to go to a headphone convention and try out a variety. Head-fi is a challenge. I've stuck to IEMs for 20 years and haven't been compelled into full size headphones, so unfortunately I don't have recommendations. This hobby just requires you to listen to a LOT of products just to find the few options that really fit what you seek. There's no magic to this. You just have to listen to a lot of stuff. Something like a CanJam event could be your ticket to experiencing a lot of stuff and really narrow down the field.
balimp3 t1_j9lftae wrote
You are happy my dude. It is a very satisfying setup. Enjoy it fr!
balimp3 t1_j9lexjt wrote
Reply to I turned my 6XX into a weighted blanket by GHOSTVIPERZ28
why?
No-Context5479 t1_j9ldw9r wrote
Bruh
aless530 t1_j9ldn3t wrote
Which youtuber scammed you lmao?
AlternativeClothes43 t1_j9lpziu wrote
Reply to Ever buy a pair just for how they looked? How do they sound? by Paranomaly
Currently, I really want to buy KiwiEars Orchestra Lite purely on the basis of how they look.
They are one hell of an iem in Looks Department. But out of budget lol.