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I'm struggling to figure out where to go next and hoping the group can weigh in. I'm a little picky about the comfort of my headphones and I typically engage in extended listening sessions that can get frustrating with an uncomfortable headphone. I do, however, care about sound quality and, although it may be psychological, have a bias toward lower distortion and smooth sound that's drawn me toward planars. I've sorted and looked at the reviews but once you get to the recommended category it's hard to pick.
Price range: Ideally $1000 or less. Could go to $1500 if necessary.
Amp: Drop+THX AAA 789
Will EQ: Yes. Usually with Amir's settings.
Own: Drop HD6XX (I find them comfortable and lightweight. I do like the EQ'd sound- but when I try a planar it always seems a bit better.)
Dan Clark/Mr. Speakers Aether Open (original.) (Like the sound in some ways better but they get uncomfortable faster than the HD6XX.)
Considering: Ether CX, Elex, Ananda, HD800S/8XX? Open to others. I'd like what I get to be an upgrade.
In the past I found both the HE-6 and the LCD2 too heavy/uncomfortable and sold them despite great sound. I'd look at the Ather RT closed if it's a lot better but I'm worried it'll start to get uncomfortable. I wear glasses which I'm sure contributes.
Any ideas?
Price range: Ideally $1000 or less. Could go to $1500 if necessary.
Amp: Drop+THX AAA 789
Will EQ: Yes. Usually with Amir's settings.
Own: Drop HD6XX (I find them comfortable and lightweight. I do like the EQ'd sound- but when I try a planar it always seems a bit better.)
Dan Clark/Mr. Speakers Aether Open (original.) (Like the sound in some ways better but they get uncomfortable faster than the HD6XX.)
Considering: Ether CX, Elex, Ananda, HD800S/8XX? Open to others. I'd like what I get to be an upgrade.
In the past I found both the HE-6 and the LCD2 too heavy/uncomfortable and sold them despite great sound. I'd look at the Ather RT closed if it's a lot better but I'm worried it'll start to get uncomfortable. I wear glasses which I'm sure contributes.
Any ideas?