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dbdicker
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Apr 20, 2018
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I tried a pair of GMP's -- they were awful. sold them immediately. I'd pass..........
Ostewart
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Apr 23, 2018
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dbdickerIt would help if you listed which model.
The 8.35d are awesome, as are the GMP400 with the right equipment (thin and nasty if underdriven)
The 8.35d are awesome, as are the GMP400 with the right equipment (thin and nasty if underdriven)
Ostewart
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Apr 25, 2018
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ghostieThey sing with a nice OTL tube amp :) and yes they are uber comfy.
The 8.35d on the other hand are a bit warmer, and a great all rounder.
The 8.35d on the other hand are a bit warmer, and a great all rounder.
Helpbot
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Apr 25, 2018
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OstewartHow did you guys feel about the gmp400 not having removable cables? It worries me but i really want to try them
Ostewart
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Apr 27, 2018
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HelpbotIt's not a problem as the stock cable is durable.
It is also to easy to modify them to take an SMC socket, but I ended up hardwiring mine again.
It is also to easy to modify them to take an SMC socket, but I ended up hardwiring mine again.
ghostie
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May 20, 2018
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OstewartI just got my 8.35m. Hate to say this (to those Hifiman fans out there), it is a lot more musical than my Hifiman 4xx and 400i. Less analytical to my ears but certainly smoother and less fatigue. I can listen on and on for hours. Surprising i find the sounstage wide. Bass and mids are certainly the star features. It is also light but I do find the clamp force a bit tight. Need to relief the pressure every 30min or so. What it lacks in comfort, it makes up in durability. This cups are made like a tank.
Helpbot
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May 20, 2018
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ghostieAnd here I was thinking about getting a 4xx. Glad to hear you like them! I just got a chance to wear them around the house yesterday and remembered why they are my current favorites in a room with an X2, and the Flc8s.
Helpbot
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May 20, 2018
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ghostieI see, I wanted to ask you as well, do you think having the gmp 400 is a nice companion to the 8.35? Are they similar in any way?
ghostie
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May 22, 2018
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HelpbotReally depends on what you need. GMP 400 did everything slightly better than 8.35, except in bass. I mean it is no slouch and you get more accurate bass presentation. But to my ear, there is a slight bump in mid bass for 8.35 which makes the music slightly more rounded. If you like a more accurate presentation then 400 would be a good buy. Being an open can also mean better soundstage.
To sum it all 400 is more comfy, sound more accurate than 8.35 but still able to retain that musicality to a large extent. Is it worth the upgrade? Yes only if you have spare cash. Otherwise 8.35 is all you need.
To sum it all 400 is more comfy, sound more accurate than 8.35 but still able to retain that musicality to a large extent. Is it worth the upgrade? Yes only if you have spare cash. Otherwise 8.35 is all you need.
Ostewart
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May 22, 2018
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HelpbotI have both, the 8.35d are my office, throw about and abuse headphones. The GMP 400 are a reference point for me, along with sounding musical out of my tube amp. The 400's are extremly comfortable and are a nice alternative to my HE-500.
They both serve different purposes to me, so I have both.
Ostewart
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May 22, 2018
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ghostieI would say maybe a teeny bit more separation and body, but I mainly prefer the looks and build of my own cable, along with making it the right length for my system.
JJDeviloper
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Feb 14, 2020
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HelpbotThe 4XX are amazing headphones, but they're not the best for EDM and not good for gaming, they REALLY lack soundstage.
ghostie
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Feb 15, 2020
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JJDeviloperagree. I have hifiman 4xx from Drop and while I like the warmth, the bass response and smooth high, it sacrifices details and soundstage. The GMP 400 has details and high but it might be too bright sounding to some. Female voices sound good but lack the weight behind. Bass is more neutral.
The 8.35 on the other hand, with the brainwave sheepskin pads offer better bass response but the high took up a slight graininess. I will try the hybrid pads which I was told would have the same improved bass response as the sheepskins pads but staying neutral to the high.
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