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What are some of your earliest memories regarding noticing good or bad sound quality? Jan 16, 2024

    1. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Use a food/drink as an analogy for the sound of your headphone! HD600 = ice water. LCD2 = cinnamon powder. Utopia = citrus seltzer? Etc
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      2. Riotvan
        Riotvan
        @Thad E Ginathom my sense of smell is very bad even without covid. Nerve damage from a fall.
        Mar 15, 2022
      3. Thad E Ginathom
        Thad E Ginathom
        Oh! Well, that's my joke fallen flat on its face!

        Sorry about your lost sense of smell. Mine is not very good either: I don't know, but I blame 20 years of smoking
        Mar 15, 2022
      4. Riotvan
        Riotvan
        Haha don't worry about it.
        Mar 15, 2022
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    2. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
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      2. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        Diana Ross greatest hits now playing
        Mar 11, 2022
      3. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        Egglub & AKTR Split tape spinning now
        Mar 11, 2022
      4. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        Kasra Critical Music selections on
        Mar 11, 2022
    3. Brubaker
      Brubaker
      Hi, I’d like to know the cost of getting the Gen-G v1.1 updated with the current changes (shipping to Canada). Also, one of the wires broke and I had a couple other issues, so it seems like a good time to send them back.
      1. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        $50+shipping. Sorry to hear about the wiring but I'll be happy to repair them in whatever way is needed, including tightening up grill caps and cable cover caps too, plus replacing any necessary parts. DM me for shipping info / address
        Mar 4, 2022
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      2. shotgunshane
        shotgunshane
        @Brubaker, In case you are not aware how to DM/PM: click on E_Schaaf’s name and then click Start a Conversation in the pop-up.
        Mar 4, 2022
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      3. Brubaker
        Brubaker
        Yes, that's what I meant to do, thanks shotgunshane.
        Mar 4, 2022
    4. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Questioning the way some audiophiles define 'detail'. Sure the spit in a vox track is a detail, but so is the impact of a kick and snare?
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      3. BenjaminBore
        BenjaminBore
        To clarify and elaborate on the detail thing. Though resolution defines the fidelity and textural rendering of an individual sound if it isn't married with good separation so that each of those sounds are distinct and speed so that fast sounds do not smear then that detail will be lost. Like pixel density, colour accuracy, and HZ of an LCD. 1/2
        Feb 27, 2022
      4. BenjaminBore
        BenjaminBore
        Microdynamics could be said to be detail in another category, like the contrast ratio of an LCD. Focals being equivalent to an OLED.

        Plankton 'perhaps' its ultimate, or at least it's most difficult to render, form where all those factors have to come into play together. 2/2
        Feb 27, 2022
      5. Thad E Ginathom
        Thad E Ginathom
        I'm not very good at this kind of language, but, back in the day when my ears were more capable of "critical listening," one of my test recordings was an orchestral percussion crescendo from a Mahler symphony (1 or 2: I forget). How much is it a single noise, how much can the individual instruments be made out? That example, for me, would be *detail.* Or *resolution*
        Feb 28, 2022
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    5. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Finally found a driver treatment and shell shape w/ good tone on the massive Grado bowl pads. MiniXL? Awaiting new drivers for the occasion
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      2. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        https://i.imgur.com/0Q16dyJ.png MiniXL w/ bowls red vs 650 stock in white. Planning to swap in some N55/wool diaphragm drivers with a pure copper voice coil in place of these N52/graphene/CCAW for that last bit of smoothness and oomph. Love the comfort, transients, and stage of the bowls. Exciting times.
        Feb 15, 2022
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      3. Merrick
        Merrick
        MiniMaxi
        Feb 15, 2022
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    6. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      If I can have AlNiCo or NdFeB N55 magnet assemblies made for transplant into Senn headphones, who'd be interested? DIY or with mod services.
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      3. Cspirou
        Cspirou
        I'd be very interested in a DIY kit
        Feb 13, 2022
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      4. m17xr2b
        m17xr2b
        Sign me up for a DIY AlNiCo kit.
        Feb 13, 2022
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      5. BenjaminBore
        BenjaminBore
        Very interested, I've been wanting to try this for years. I'd want the DIY NdFeB one assuming it's the more powerful, and the TPE diaphragm can take it.
        Feb 16, 2022
    7. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Coming soon: half convex half concave angled waveguide circumaural pads (to be made of dense open cell foam) https://imgur.com/a/hxmcIwS
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      2. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        It'll take one hell of a driver to extend well with a pad like this. Hopefully a 50mm driver with dual N55 motor, pure copper voice coil, tpu flexing surround and rippled graphene coated biocellulose diaphragm will fit the bill. If not... Maybe an isobaric config with said driver will bring the juice :)
        Jan 30, 2022
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    8. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
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      2. Inoculator
        Inoculator
        I didn't realize this model was already this far along! Can't wait to check this out.
        Jan 26, 2022
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      3. penguins
        penguins
        Hopefully not the wrong place to ask but there's no thread yet so: I'm assuming this is the evolution of the same supra-aural you guys had at socal meet. Are there any plans to make the same sounding headphone in a HD600 series compatible headband + cup?

        Apologies in advance if this is addressed elsewhere and I missed it.
        Jan 26, 2022
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    9. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      I'm going to learn to play trombone. Been thinking about it for a while.
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      2. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        My search for an instrument is over before it even began! @ChaChaRealSmooth sold me his old beater silver plated King at a generous low price. Cheers to annoying the neighbors
        Jan 24, 2022
      3. wbass
        wbass
        Awesome. King horns are great, too.
        Jan 24, 2022
      4. atomicbob
        atomicbob
        You can always put in a cup mute during hours when others really might not appreciate your practicing.
        Jan 24, 2022
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    10. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Got really excited about some custom angled waveguide exposed foam earpads we designed. Now a US-based foam cutter wants $750 per set. WTF
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      2. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        Granted the unit rate comes down to a generous $75 each if we do 50pr. I'm too broke for this shit.
        Jan 19, 2022
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      3. rhythmdevils
        rhythmdevils
        I wonder how Grado and Audeze etc have earpads made. I'm totally broke from buying ortho materials I'm with you!
        Jan 19, 2022
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      4. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        I'm sure they're made in China by the thousands for dollars and cents each.
        Jan 19, 2022
    11. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Angled drivers in headphones - pros and cons?
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      2. Vtory
        Vtory
        I'm under the impression that angling reveal many spatial cues very well (if properly done). Downside would be rough or even peaky treble responses -- more objectively than subjectively tho. I also do think angled drivers allow roomier space around ears others being equal, which improves comfort easily.
        Dec 31, 2021
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      3. Gazny
        Gazny
        can be a bit brighter, not a lot of the outer ear diffraction going on
        Dec 31, 2021
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      4. gaspasser
        gaspasser
        They work very well in the Philphone!
        Jan 8, 2022
    12. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Ever had a listening experience that made you completely rethink what kind of sound you wanted out of a system?
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      2. Gazny
        Gazny
        All the time, well early on. Even some meets gifted me that idea.

        I like to think I know what I want, and what I value in good sound.
        Dec 28, 2021
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      3. roshambo123
        roshambo123
        My sonic priorities used to be headstage and macrodynamics and Starlett made me question how wide is too wide and Focal MG made ask when is lively too exuberant. In both cases, I went back to MJ2+HD800, but I often look back. Mid-fi purgatory continues.
        Dec 28, 2021
      4. Case
        Case
        @E_Schaaf, do tell. For me, comfort is the priority. Can't enjoy the music if my head hurts. Hence Brainwavz pads with large ear holes for TH-X00 instead of Dekoni.
        Dec 28, 2021
    13. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      I've got a lot of DMs the last week or so. Spending some time AFK with family - not ignoring anyone, I'll catch up soon. Merry Christmas :)
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    14. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      1. Philimon, Syzygy, nishan99 and 4 others like this.
      2. rhythmdevils
        rhythmdevils
        Nice work Ev!
        Dec 15, 2021
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      3. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        Interestingly, I find the top graph to be more neutral sounding in the midrange because I think there's a bit of baffle decay in the low mids. On the bottom graph even though it looks flatter with more top end extension it sounds warmer and more closed in because the pads are smaller, seal more and concentrate more energy. The top pads have much livelier transients and a more spacious sound too.
        Dec 15, 2021
      4. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        There's also zero damping on the front or rear side of the driver. Just adjustments to driver rear venting with some various airflow flow chokes on the driver frame itself. I guess that could be considered damping : shrug: how soft does a material need to be to be considered damping vs enclosure design?
        Dec 15, 2021
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    15. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Can anyone with a 50mm Grado model help me out? I need to know the size of the lip area where the pads slip over. Thickness and diameter.
    16. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Atomic Basie at a strong volume alone in the apartment tonight. This album wakes up with some volume. Ensemble chemistry at its peak.
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    17. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Distant leaf blowers this morning, some of them sustain while others slide up or down a semitone periodically. Dune 2021 soundtrack.
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      2. Azimuth
        Azimuth
        Only if accompanied by random Tyco drum hits.
        Dec 3, 2021
      3. wbass
        wbass
        Probably easier to make out the dialogue with the leaf blowers.
        Dec 3, 2021
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    18. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Camping upstate with 30F nights. Everyone thinks we're crazy. Maybe... But got tired of being a hermit. Outdoors ftw!
      1. Azimuth
        Azimuth
        Stay warm!
        Nov 27, 2021
      2. Jinxy245
        Jinxy245
        It's rough I'm sure, but I'll bet it's unimaginably beautiful and invigorating as well. Enjoy!!
        Nov 28, 2021
    19. Cspirou
      Cspirou
      You seem to listen to a lot of wood headphones. What do you think of audiotechnica wood headphones?
      1. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        Sorry to have left this one read and unreplied to. I actually haven't heard any AT woodies as much as I'd like to. Not wood, but I despised the AP2000Ti headphone (aside from the pads which are some of my favs). Poorly executed W curve with peaks and dips in all the wrong places and some questionable cup stuffing and build attributes. I'd hope the wood ones are better.
        Dec 3, 2021
    20. E_Schaaf
      E_Schaaf
      Emulating a passive radiator using a steel blade as diaphragm + rubber ring gasket. All driver vents open. Never heard kicks like this...
      1. Cryptowolf, Riotvan, Jinxy245 and 6 others like this.
      2. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        residual magnetism from the rear of the driver keeps the blade from falling out, but is light enough to cause a fluctuating seal in response to backwave energy against the rim of the gasket. The bass extension is absolutely bottomless, the tactility is immense... Less smooth tone vs softer damping techniques but never heard a presentation like this out of a headphone. Very novel!
        Nov 20, 2021
      3. E_Schaaf
        E_Schaaf
        Central magnet vent still shoots out to open air since the center of the blade is a hole, so the middle of the driver still has unrestricted flow. Really feels like treading the open and closed tightrope. Bass kicks and sustains like a closed, mids breathe like open. Loving every minute
        Nov 20, 2021
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