Maneisthebeat

Maneisthebeat t1_je9j0oq wrote

You don't need to tell me about overkill! I went for the RME ADI 2 for my (original) HD800. For me it was just the perfect all-in-one solution. Quality is perfect, Dac/Amp all in a very small form factor. All the settings, functions and tweaking possibilities I could ever want, parametric EQ, crossfeed, you name it.

And when I one day have a speaker system, it can do a fine job with those too.

That, and it's gorgeous. Nothing more mesmerising than watching the frequency bands dance.

Can I get something 1/5th the price? Sure. But for me, this is perfect, and always will be.

Only thing I still want to audition is tubes...

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Maneisthebeat t1_je0dmmj wrote

Reply to comment by Lamsauce1 in My humble setup by Lamsauce1

> Any suggestions on what I need to upgrade next?

The question of upgrading is honestly as much philosophical in this hobby as anything. You can always chase something else, and different headphones will perform better for certain genres than others, or highlight different aspects of the tracks.

If you really did want something else, you'd have to first state your preferences. Are you currently content with the Deva? Is there anything you feel they are missing? If not, maybe just enjoy them!

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Maneisthebeat t1_jdw1adv wrote

> Audio Technica Awas is a nice pair for a lower end market.

I can see I'm out of my depth here, bloody hell! Happy you had fun, but this would be more like visiting a museum for me. Just interesting to observe this world from a slight distance.

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Maneisthebeat t1_jdevwxy wrote

I've always been terrified of the thought of trying it, but I'm intrigued by the thought of being able to repair my own equipment. Where do I begin?

Soldering iron is incoming...

PS mine just arrived a couple weeks ago. First time I tested removal and they needed a firm tug unsettled me a little, also. Magic headphones however!

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