HD6XX Cable + Topping L50 E50 stack

[Turki]

Hi,

I have a Topping L50 E50 stack and connect it with TCT1 TRS cable.

I also have an HD6XX and this cable came with it:

I have a question if one of these wires would give a better audio experience?

Thank you

 

[HarmonicTHD]

Hi,

I have a Topping L50 E50 stack and connect it with TCT1 TRS cable.

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I also have an HD6XX and this cable came with it:
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I have a question if one of these wires would give a better audio experience?
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Thank you

No. Save yourself the money or buy some fun stuff.

 

[Berwhale]

You could get yourself a balanced cable for the HD6XX - it won't sound any better (if level matched with the single ended connection), but it might 'scratch an itch'

The Sennheiser cables are balanced already (they have two pairs of conductors. You can make a balanced cable yourself by cutting off the 3.5mm plug and soldering on a balanced connector (I did this with a 4.4mm Pentacon plug for my HD 660 S). However, you can buy a Senneiser cable with a 4-pin XLR connector (and it looks like a decent Neutrik plug) for just over £20, so it's probably not worth the bother...

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Annadue-Balanced-Sennheiser-Headphone-Replacement-default/dp/B09ZYC6NRD

BONUS: You can make a balanced 2.5mm to XLR adapter for your IEMs if you're feeling fruity... https://www.audiosciencereview.com/...ct-balanced-2-5mm-to-4-pin-xlr-adapter.37073/

 

[jae]

The amp has a lot of power and will effortlessly drive the HD6XX in both balanced and single-ended to deafening levels, also the specs are virtually similar for both so there will be no audible difference. So the cable won't change anything with this particular setup. If you absolutely want another cable for some other reason (maybe you want a longer/shorter length or something that looks more aesthetic), I'd suggest something like the Tripowin GranVia or Hart Audio balanced (4-pin XLR) cable, and then you can use a 4XLR to whatever adapter if you ever need to use your headphone on another device that does not have XLR balanced and only 4.4mm balanced or SE. If you're strictly looking to find a sound quality improvement, then save your money, the cable won't change anything in that regard.

 

[NiagaraPete]

Hi,

I have a Topping L50 E50 stack and connect it with TCT1 TRS cable.

View attachment 259498View attachment 259499
I also have an HD6XX and this cable came with it:
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I have a question if one of these wires would give a better audio experience?
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Thank you

Short answer. No

 

[Berwhale]

Short answer. No

I think you are all being a bit hasty. There is more to the 'audio experience' than just how well something measures electrically when considering something like a headphone cable (which is essentially worn by the user). Cable length/flexibility/microphonics and plug quality/construction/length can also have a large impact on the 'experience' - but hopefully not the sound: )

 

[NiagaraPete]

I think you are all being a bit hasty. There is more to the 'audio experience' than just how well something measures electrically when considering something like a headphone cable (which is essentially worn by the user). Cable length/flexibility/microphonics and plug quality/construction/length can also have a large impact on the 'experience' - but hopefully not the sound: )

I own those cans and there is little micro-phonics with the stock cable. I did buy a replacement only because I needed something 4 meters. It wasn't very expensive compared to a stock Senn replacement.

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[Berwhale]

I own those cans and there is little micro-phonics with the stock cable. I did buy a replacement only because I needed something 4 meters. It wasn't very expensive compared to a stock Senn replacement.

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I've been looking at the OKCSC HDB2 cable for my HD 660 S so I can use them with my Qudelix 5K...

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0BF4ZCYK9

OKCSC also make Sennheiser adapters that can be used with standard IEM cables (MMCX and 2 pin 0.78), but I think they are a bit pricey for what they are...

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Replacement-Connection-Connected-Headphone-Sennheiser-MMCX-HD580/dp/B09TQNNFDV