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Anyone from Germany willing to purchase some DE-only tracks from Qobuz for me? I cover all costs plus some extra of course! Please PM me :) Mar 16, 2023

    1. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Anyone from Germany willing to purchase some DE-only tracks from Qobuz for me? I cover all costs plus some extra of course! Please PM me :)
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      3. JayC
        JayC
        If you havent found anyone yet, let me know. I live in the Netherlands but I assume it should work (worst case with a VPN)
        Mar 17, 2023
      4. zottel
        zottel
        Sure, just send a PM! EDIT: Ah, I should send one. :) Ok, I will.
        Mar 17, 2023
      5. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        @JayC @zottel You're absolutely awesome :-) I am waiting on @Huhnkopf who kindly agreed to help but will reach out to you in case it doesn't work out for whatever reason. Enjoy the weekend!
        Mar 17, 2023
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    2. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
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    3. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Christian Eriksen :'-(
      1. Walderstorn
        Walderstorn
        He seems to be stable at the moment. This bring so many bad memories...hope that him, and his teammates, get a proper follow up.
        Jun 12, 2021
      2. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        I was watching the match live... a nightmare. Hope he remains stabilized!
        Jun 12, 2021
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    4. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Where are all the negative ratings given to me? I want them back, to restore balance to the Force!
      1. Syzygy and rlow like this.
      2. Skyline
        Skyline
        Looks like the only option I have here is to report your post, which I mean...I'll do it if that makes you feel better? :P
        Mar 4, 2021
      3. Lyander
        Lyander
        Yeah, almost seems like the entire forum got a Mulligan with @jexby getting a headstart on making things back :P
        Mar 4, 2021
    5. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      With Momentum 3 Wireless, it's finally more about the music and less about sound and upstream gear. Listening almost nonstop these weeks!
      1. rojo, Jinxy245, Lyander and 1 other person like this.
      2. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        Queued my whole music library in Roon, revisiting all albums one by one. Love it!!
        Jul 27, 2020
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    6. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Also, when buying those rev3.482.79 Ethers from Dan Clark, bear in mind that their "typical COGS is 25-35% of retail". :-)
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      3. Bill-P
        Bill-P
        It could be that labor makes up the rest of the cost, but honestly, I think that's a stretch. The last audio manufacturer I worked for, their COGS was like... 60-70%, labor 10%, profit margin was very thin. Most profit was made from repairs and service/maintenance fees.
        May 30, 2020
      4. Bill-P
        Bill-P
        But even with profit margin so large, why are their sales so underwhelming? Just as an example... Drop probably sold more HD6XX as a whole in 2019 than the entirety of DCA's lineup. That's crazy.
        May 30, 2020
      5. TheIceman93
        TheIceman93
        Not really that surprising on the 6XX sales. It is a headphone staple that costs only $200. DCA really only has 2 products with the cheapest being $900, and the reception has been lukewarm, to say the least. I'm honestly a little surprised they are still afloat even if I like their stuff.
        May 30, 2020
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    7. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
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      2. TheIceman93
        TheIceman93
        I am curious to see how much money they actually get from this campaign. It's rough for entrepreneurs at the moment so I feel a bit sympathetic. I think it just brutally difficult to build a company around selling headphones.
        May 30, 2020
      3. TheIceman93
        TheIceman93
        Zach seems to have figured it out. You can't compete on price with the big boys so you offer what they can't, a bespoke experience with exotic materials, and the knowledge that the designer's hands actually touched your set. I hope Dan figures it out because I do like the Aeon 2 Open.
        May 30, 2020
      4. Phantaminum
        Phantaminum
        Didn't expect something like this from Dan. Other than some ear pads issues, I've always enjoyed the build quality on his headphones. The Aeon Flow Open are still at the top of my list to when considering timbre. I guess the very generous return policy (full refund) and what I see as the underwhelming Ether 2 isn't helping. I hope he pulls through and keeps making headphones.
        May 30, 2020
    8. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Since getting HQplayer, been switching between NOS and 2x upsampled (2x "OS") listening with Metrum Onyx, as the mood dictates. So cool!
    9. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      HD650: 2003; PMx2: 2015; Auteur: 2017; Verum1: 2018. Come on, where is something new to beat these? We are way into 2020 already...
    10. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Owned Stratus and Onyx for 2 years already, no desire to upgrade. With Auteur-PMx2-Verum combo, nothing else appeals. Whats happening to me?
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      3. Lyander
        Lyander
        Haha, just poking buttons in case that wasn't obvious. Glad you finally found that gold at the end of the rainbow! I honestly don't have a target yet if my headphone selection is any indication so I suppose I'm stuck in it for a while longer.
        Mar 28, 2020
      4. Thad E Ginathom
        Thad E Ginathom
        A system that satisfies. That's all you need, and you have it. Enjoy.

        Stay with SBAF for the porn.
        Mar 28, 2020
      5. penguins
        penguins
        Your wallet thanks you.

        Similarly, aside from a few more pieces of gear, I'm almost there too and can relate. Thought about a serious vinyl setup but that extra 2-3% is not worth the time, hassle, and expense to me.
        Mar 28, 2020
    11. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Time to test current state of DSP waters: Bose QC35 II and Jabra Elite 85h
    12. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Tired of $$$$ nature of the hobby. Considering selling out gear and moving on. Wish the times Audeze/Hifiman were starting out would return.
    13. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Ditching Roon+Tidal in favor of free Spotify. The desktop app is overall simpler to use and even plays local m4a (lossless) files.
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    14. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Tired of Mrspeakers being unable to deliver solid products right from the start. All those defects, felt 'upgrades' and other bullshit...
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      3. Hands
        Hands
        I am more lenient of the Ether 2 because A) it sounds very good and B) has had some definite mechanical/R&D growing pains that may have been of the type to only really show once a bunch of units were out in the wild. Customer support so far seems positive for anyone suspecting a defective unit. And mind you we are generally more quick to highlight and find issues here, so the scale may seem larger than it is.
        Apr 20, 2019
      4. Hands
        Hands
        Even the Lyr 3, good as it is, has had some growing pains. Concerning reports of units going out and taking headphones with them (which happened to me, but did not bitch about because shit happens and Schiit took care of me).
        Apr 20, 2019
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      5. neogeosnk
        neogeosnk
        My ether 2's were defective also but didn't want to mention it cause they took care of me... but yeah I agree with ur statement. Get it right the first time!
        Apr 22, 2019
    15. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Verum 1 arrived. The included ear pads are just incredible for the price.
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      2. Lyander
        Lyander
        Looking forward to your thoughts on them!
        Feb 19, 2019
      3. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        Review should be ready in a week or so I think. Since I mostly focus on tone, timbre and associated basics, dont need to spend months evaluating. The headphone just either delivers an overall natural sound, or not. :-)

        Really looking forward to get my thoughts together on this one too, excited!
        Feb 19, 2019
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    16. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      ESP950, HD660S, MA900, ... A lot of listening, measuring and reviewing to be done in coming weeks. Looking forward!
      1. m17xr2b
        m17xr2b
        Looks like you're on your way to a custom title.
        Feb 12, 2019
      2. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        I can only hope it would suck less than HD660S so far... (But lets see, maybe it will get better, only unpacked it few minutes ago.)
        Feb 12, 2019
    17. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Buying headphones new is a great feeling when high quality for reasonable price is guaranteed. Enjoying HD600 vs HD650 shootout very much.
      1. OJneg, Syzygy, 9suns and 2 others like this.
      2. zonto
        zonto
        I was on #teamHD600 for a long time (years now), but have to qualify that now that I prefer them on tube amps with somewhat higher output impedances (Valhalla 2, Torpedo 3). On my Ragnarok, the HD600 is too thin and HD650 is a much better match. *sigh*

        What are your conclusions?
        Feb 5, 2019
      3. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        Very similar to yours so far actually - upstream components play an important role and might very well be the PRIMARY factor influencing the preference of many for either headphone.

        I will post more in my measurements / review thread here. So far, HD650 seems slightly closer to perfection tone-wise (more universal) while HD600 might be a bit more convincing timbre-wise (more 'life-like' subjectively). Lets see.
        Feb 6, 2019
    18. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Custom FR compensation curve for MiniDSP EARS finalized. EDX V1 does not suck when positioned carefully and earpads tightly fixed to cups.
    19. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Work on my compensation curve for MiniDSP EARS proceeding well, EDX V1 bought for the finishing touches. 2018 HD650 is surprisingly cool.
    20. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      Magnetostatic_Tubephile
      MiniDSP EARS arrived, tons of fun so far! HD650+DT880 picked and ordered as suitable cans for development of custom FR compensation curve.
      1. Serious and Lyander like this.
      2. Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        Magnetostatic_Tubephile
        Along with PMx2s and LCD2Cs (vegan pads), I am really looking forward to determining the comp. curve. Ive also got some other spare headphones should further data be needed.
        Nov 30, 2018
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      3. Hands
        Hands
        OK but please don't say anything publicly until you have a final product for us.
        Nov 30, 2018
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