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ChaChaRealSmooth

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Got in some Dekoni hybrid earpads for my AKG K7XX. Might be an improvement over stock. Different for sure, more testing required. Apr 15, 2019 at 6:20 PM

ChaChaRealSmooth was last seen:: Apr 18, 2019 at 1:36 AM

1. ChaChaRealSmooth
  Got in some Dekoni hybrid earpads for my AKG K7XX. Might be an improvement over stock. Different for sure, more testing required.
  
  Apr 15, 2019 at 6:20 PM
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  3. ChaChaRealSmooth
    The most immediately apparent difference is that the sound is at a lower decibel than stock. I really do need more time to get my head around what I'm hearing though (sorry I can'tbe more useful at the moment). Will post further impressions in the K7XX thread after I spend more time with it.
    
    Apr 15, 2019 at 10:51 PM
    
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  4. ChaChaRealSmooth
    Posted some more early impressions here: https://www.massdrop.com/buy/dekoni-premium-earpads-for-akg-k7xx/reviews/2403319
    Will follow up on SBAF after a few days.
    
    Apr 15, 2019 at 11:58 PM
    
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  5. Deep Funk
    For the K500 get the K601 ear pads. Enhances the low end a little while retaining that smooth sound.
    
    Apr 16, 2019 at 1:58 AM
    
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2. ChaChaRealSmooth
  After having fun bonding with friends over audio, I learned that either I'm a soft listener, or my friends are loud listeners. Hmm
  
  Apr 12, 2019 at 12:45 AM
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  3. zonto
    I use the Decibel iPhone app and shoot for around 75 dB average SPL. Sometimes when I demo new gear, especially speakers, I listen at 85-90 dB+ SPL from maybe 10ft away because I don't want to miss any undesirable sound traits that are masked at lower volumes.
    
    Apr 12, 2019 at 8:54 AM
    
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  4. ButtUglyJeff
    If you're a soft listener, a Focal Clear is for you. Soft listeners don't have to deal with drivers banging around. Poor loud listeners. Maybe you you can buy one off a loud listener for pennies on the dollar because they think its shit...
    
    Apr 12, 2019 at 3:06 PM
  5. ChaChaRealSmooth
    @ButtUglyJeff I didn't know that Focal drivers bang at loud volumes. I guess it's time to not live under a rock.
    
    Apr 12, 2019 at 4:15 PM
3. ChaChaRealSmooth
  That moment you realize you'll need to buy more headphone stands, but there's also no place for the stands.
  
  Apr 10, 2019
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  2. DigMe
    I cheaped out with an IKEA mug rack but also pretty space efficient. I hang my HD650, Harmon BT and my son’s HP on there all at once.
    
    Apr 10, 2019
    
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4. ChaChaRealSmooth
  I never liked IEMs because I usually hate the feeling of things in my ear. The CA Solaris is a really compelling counterpoint. Legit!
  
  Apr 8, 2019
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5. ChaChaRealSmooth
  The AKG K7XX is much better than I expected. Enjoying listening to them as an alternative to my HD 6XX and LCD-3. Further evaluation needed.
  
  Apr 5, 2019
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  2. Deep Funk
    It needs power. If you like the mindrange you are fine. For some people the K7xx midrange has a slight quirk.
    
    Apr 5, 2019
    
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  3. Jinxy245
    I don't regret selling mine, but they were definitely better than I expected...I found them to be an enjoyable listen.
    
    Apr 5, 2019
6. ChaChaRealSmooth
  A kid is singing "Baby Shark" near my house at the top of her lungs; please send help.
  
  Apr 2, 2019
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  3. Deep Funk
    Heard the song on the way home after a long shift sung by football (soccer) supporters. I would have preferred vuvuzelas. You can take away the vuvuzela and use it as a bat in self-defence.
    
    Earworms and crowds. At least "Seven Nation Army" is an interesting song...
    
    Apr 3, 2019
  4. crazychile
    Release the hounds.
    
    Apr 3, 2019
    
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  5. Deep Funk
    If you dare to play the Baha Men version, you asked for it yourself. That song is pure cringe...
    
    Apr 3, 2019
7. ChaChaRealSmooth
  Ah, that feel when you can finally kick back and retreat to your temple of music after a long day. 10/10 would recommend.
  
  Mar 28, 2019
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8. ChaChaRealSmooth
  Heard a Grado for the first time. Was told it was an acquired taste. I'm sure I don't want to acquire that taste.
  
  Mar 26, 2019
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  3. dubharmonic
    For me they're mostly about the nostalgia. They were a big deal before this hobby got exciting.
    
    Mar 26, 2019
    
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  4. spwath
    So much treble. I had a pair of sr80e's, liked them until I got my hd650 and tried the grados again.
    
    Mar 26, 2019
    
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  5. Deep Funk
    The HF2 were the only good ones I ever gave a listen. Smooth and fun with Jazz.
    
    Mar 28, 2019
9. ChaChaRealSmooth
  Considering picking up the Massdrop HE-35X. Could potentially be an interesting budget choice.
  
  Mar 22, 2019
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10. ChaChaRealSmooth
  Note to self: if you like your neck do not sleep with a LCD-3 on.
  
  Mar 20, 2019
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  2. netforce
    I would be probably worried about rolling over with my headphones on.
    
    Mar 20, 2019
    
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  3. EagleWings
    Some headphones break your neck, while some headphones break themselves when you roll over. Audeze does both.
    
    Mar 20, 2019
    
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  4. ChaChaRealSmooth
    Luckily I slept in my chair, so the headphones are fine. My neck though...
    
    Mar 20, 2019
    
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11. ChaChaRealSmooth
  Landed a new job, so I can finally save some money and potentially get new stuff again. New DAC = first order of business (soon).
  
  Mar 18, 2019
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  2. Deep Funk
    Congratulations. I am preparing for a new job hunt. I hope you have plenty of opportunity for personal development. Money is convenient. Becoming really good at something is seriously fun...
    
    Mar 19, 2019
    
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  3. ChaChaRealSmooth
    Best of luck to your job hunt! I'm excited about this new opportunity.
    
    Mar 19, 2019
12. ChaChaRealSmooth
  Opened up the scotch and toasted Ray and Dino. RIP gentlemen.
  
  Mar 11, 2019
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  2. Thad E Ginathom
    RIP, fellow music lovers.
    
    Mar 11, 2019
    
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  3. Deep Funk
    My condolences, I am drinking coffee tough. Still have a long shift to survive...
    
    Mar 11, 2019
    
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13. ChaChaRealSmooth
  Every time I forget how much it sucks, I get sick again. At least I still have my piano and my headphones.
  
  Mar 6, 2019
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  3. Kunlun
    Just set your phone to remind you how much it sucks. Problem solved.
    
    Mar 6, 2019
    
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  4. Mithrandir41
    Be glad you can enjoy your headphones when you're sick.when I'm congested in my ears are pressurized, I can't enjoy headphone listening
    
    Mar 6, 2019
    
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  5. David De Lucena
    @m17xr2b, playing like this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0rg69QlDDM
    
    Mar 6, 2019
    
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14. ChaChaRealSmooth
  Got a noise complaint today from the neighbors. Apparently, containing my excitement over getting my piano tuned is not controllable.
  
  Mar 2, 2019
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  2. Deep Funk
    Have fun.
    
    Mar 3, 2019
  3. skem
    Saw a van drive by yesterday that said: “lock smith and piano tuner.” He called his business “The Key Man.”
    
    Mar 3, 2019
    
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  4. David De Lucena
    I know what you mean... have being fucking my neighbors life since 1985 with my trumpet.
    
    Mar 3, 2019
    
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15. ChaChaRealSmooth
  X-Sabre Pro incoming; impressions will follow pending arrival. Hopefully I'll remember to take pics.
  
  Feb 26, 2019
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  3. ChaChaRealSmooth
    I do have some high expectations. I liked the old X-Sabre.
    
    Feb 26, 2019
  4. zerodeefex
    @JK47 underwear and lotion. It's the SBAF way.
    
    Feb 27, 2019
    
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  5. ButtUglyJeff
    You liked the old X-Sabre? I'll keep that in mind for future reviews...
    
    Feb 27, 2019
16. ChaChaRealSmooth
  Might have finally found a portable pair of headphones that I can say I love.
  
  Feb 25, 2019
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  3. m17xr2b
    Is it the jecklin float?
    
    Feb 26, 2019
  4. fraggler
    And dennnnn?
    
    Feb 26, 2019
  5. ChaChaRealSmooth
    I impulse-bought the Thinksound On2 from Massdrop and they arrived yesterday. Been testing them out. I'll post more fleshed-out impressions in a thread
    
    Feb 26, 2019
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Headphones:
Audeze LCD-3
Sennheiser HD 6XX
Sennheiser HD 599
Thinksound On2

Amp:
Schiit Magni 3
Monoprice Monolith Liquid Platinum

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Grace Design SDAC

USB Shenanigans:
Schiit Wyrd

Speakers:
Audioengine A5+

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