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SsButerbal
Ringing in PC38X's
I recently got this headset, and wow is it good. My only issue is when certain people talk on discord, I can hear a really high pitched ringing. I fiddled with a bunch of settings, computer audio and discord, and nothing seems to solve the issue. It is primarily if not all in my right ear only. Is there something wrong with my headset, or was that ringing always there I can just hear it cause the headset is THAT good? I haven't had any issues with any other application, though I have yet to test if I can hear the ringing on a different version of discord, say on my xbox instead of my pc. Only other issue I've had is occasional static, but I can't tell if it's from the headset or the show/game/etc.
Apr 24, 2024
itsamepe
Sennheiser PC37X randomly goes bad after disconnecting the cable ?
Greetings, Yesterday I was using my headset like normal with my macbook, just listening to music and on a call with people like usual, and the headset was perfectly fine. The stock wire that came with the headset is extremely long and yesterday it annoyed me very much that it kept getting tangled with itself, so I decided to see if the cable is replaceable. I pulled out the cable from the headset and saw the adapter, and looked online for a replacement. Upon plugging it back in, the audio sounded extremely muffled and washed out. Im not sure what I did wrong to make it mess up like that as I've always taken good care of it, ive had it for about 2 years and its always just been chilling on my desk, but anywho I thought the cable just went bad and ordered a replacement. The replacement came, and the issue is still persistant, so I am not sure what the issue is I've tried multiple different headsets and the issue is not with the port, and I also tried it with my windows laptop and...
Apr 23, 2024
MrChiSox
Big changes coming to my tiny little music room, I've recently purchased a new stack. Currently figuring out where to locate it all and ordering up the necessary cables, it won't be too long before I'm up and running. I am now the proud owner of a brand new stack. It's a European brand called Earmen. Amp, DAC, Streamer & Linear Power Supply. It won't be long!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MB15yM4UptQ
Apr 23, 2024
Briankan
Recommendation for my next headphone set? I have Koss 95x
Hey all, What would you recommend I get next and why? I have Koss ESP-95x electrostatic massdrop headphones. These are my first and only audiophile set. I love them. I think my only real requirements is $500 or less for the headphones and that they have a little more low end. I don’t need thump but these are really light on lows…but the experience is still awesome. Also any recommendations on an amp? I only have my electrostatic thingy. I am using the Topping D50 DAC. thx!!
Apr 22, 2024
Simthaniel
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Modded headphones with qudelix at the core
When I received the Qudelix 5K, I had already modified a pair of Superlux HD-681 headphones. I previously soldered my own balanced connections to the drivers, providing multiple ways to connect and...
Apr 14, 2024
brothamike
A decent set of IEMs
I am in the midst of a 300 hour burn-in but, I will say I am enjoying how this set sounds so far. Before I received these which was btw late by a few weeks, I purchased a Sony/Kimber Kable MMCX...
Apr 12, 2024
merrick97
Should I exchange the PC38X for better headphones?
I bought the PC38X headphones FOR GAMING and they are great, but I have NO use for a Microphone since I don't do competitive gaming and I was wondering if there were better headphone options at a similar price without a headphone, where (presumably) more of the cost was put into making it sound better. I also find that my PC38X don't get quite as loud as I would like and I was wondering if a cheap amp like the iFi Go link would draw a little more volume out of my phones. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BN6MM822?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details I went with the PC38X since it was considered the best bang for buck headphones. I care most about using spatial apps like DOlby Atmos and DTS Headphone:X. Suggestions are welcome.
Apr 11, 2024
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1. fostex 0x are my favorites. I think the soundstage is really powerful in them with the right amp. 2. CHEAP PHILIPS! YES the SHP9500s! I put some 3d printed mounts and Mr. Speakers pads on these and love them now. So cheap, yet so good. In an acoustic song they really shine and are very comfortable. 3. The TFZ superfriends collaboration inner ears are a treat with the right squishy tip. Sound feels tighter and better response than the aforementioned headphones with great range. But it is an IEM. I hates the IEMs normally. 4. HyperX Clouds version 1 - As zreviews pointed out these are essentially Takstars which is an incredible headphone for the price. Maybe the best cheap headphone? 5. AKG anything - To me most of the AKG stuff sounds the same. Really accurate. I enjoy using these for video games and scary movies.
Honorable mention goes to my version 1 edition of the Razer Orca's and my super old school 70's Pioneers.
All Tests on HDV 820, no EQ.
GreenSkyBlugrass - Time:
800S- Instruments sound great, voice sounds like it has too much treble and not enough mids, bass guitar is a little weaker than I'd like. The 800S is picking up too much of the string sounds (might be a bad recording/bad guitar). Doesn't feel immersed because the voice seems like it is in the wrong position. Although this technically is the most accurate, it was my least favorite for this song because it picks up more detail than all the other headphones... and those details are not good details, the guitar actually sound like shit, and you can't hear that on the other headphones.
DT1990Pro- The treble is not as bad but the bass guitar isn't doin' much for me. Mids sound a little better than the 800S. Soundstage and imaging is less impressive than 800s.
Fostex TH-6XX PurpleHearts- More soundstage than the DT1990Pro, The bass guitar is finally represented, but the treble is slightly harsh, similar to the 800s. In this case the Fostex wins IMO because it sounds the most live.
Sony MDR MA900 - Smooth sound, easy to listen too, nothing hurts, but it does lose a tiny bit of detail, and tiny bit of imaging. If i was listening to this kind of music for more than 30 minutes this is what i would want.
1More - Triple Driver: Lots of detail, and the bass is clear (although not very loud, it is there) Sounds good. i think these take 2nd place.
---------- The Underachievers - The Mahdi 800S- Very good, crisp, bass isn't bad. winner.
Dt1990Pro- Saxaphone doesn't sound as realistic, bass distorts... nope (these fail) next headphones.
Fostex TH-6XX PurpleHearts- Bass overblown (but i'm a bass-head so not complaining), has a tunnel feeling like it is missing the lower-mids, sounds a little closed off
Sony MDR MA900- Bass distorts too easily, can't enjoy the track because of the bass distortion and medium-loud volume
1More - Triple Driver: Missing mids, sounds hallow kinda like the fostex, sax has emphasis on the treble which makes it sound less lifelike (but still sounds pretty good) ---------- Photay - No Sass 800S- Nailed it, didn't want to stop listening.
DT1990Pro- I don't feel as immersed but it is catching all the details. Nothing wrong other than i don't feel like i am in the song.
Fostex TH6XX PurpleHearts- The bass is fun, although i don't feel as immersed as i did with the 800s, the fun characteristic makes up for it. 2nd place.
Sony MDR MA900- Feel even less immersed, although sounds are coming for far away. tied for 3rd. no problem with the bass this time.
1More - Triple Driver: sounds good, still not exactly immersed, but pretty good.