Headphones

Sake said:
One step further for the holidays, these Yamaha HPH-150B open back headphones sounds soso, compared to full size cups, but with EQ there was a lot improvement in SQ. On my Phone (Pixel 8) purchased and installed the app 'USB Audio Player Pro' . With this app you have full control over the external DAC and full EQ. Bonus is it supports native Tidal too, so EQ of my taste while listening Tidal. Tidal app itself does not come with EQ...🥲

Normally i dont care that much on EQ, but with these small set of Yamaha cups, sound improvement is a big step upwards with EQ. Really recommend the App. Will play local files as many streaming service as well.

Investment of a Fioo KA13 + the Yamaha phones + the app USB Audio Player Pro approx €160,-
Funny to 'discover' the benefits of using headphones, after so many years.

I know, this is the Wiim Forum, way off topic, but i really did all i could to convince him to take the Ultra to my camping place, its an innocent device! But the owner still refuses dedicated hifi stuff on his property.
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You did everything right. I've been using UAPP for many years, for me it's one of, if not the best, MusicApp. Supports direct control of the ESS DACs on my LG phones (V30 + V40). Especially for external DACs the first choice. It was also the first app I installed on my new Fiio JM21. If you invest in the CAST plug-in, you can also stream to your Ultra. The egg-laying wool-milk sow 👍
 
Researching a headphone set-up to add to my Wiim Amp Pro. Looking at a Fiio K11 r2r connected to the Amp Pro USB out. Based on a quick review of this thread the Fiio F1's seem good for a wired solution. However, I would ideally like headphones that can handle wired and bluetooth (BT) connectivity. The Grado GW100x headphones are mentioned in this thread as handling both wired and BT but they are open backed with no ANC.

Is anyone aware of other (closed back) headphones that support wireless and BT or is the sensible answer to get 2 separate pairs?

Advice appreciated.
 
I've tried many different headphones (B&O, Sennheiser, etc). They are all too heavy & sweaty for prolonged use. The B&O have user replaceable batteries. I finally settled for cheap Soundblaster JAM V2 mainly because they are lightweight.

I've given up on earpods - keep falling out, uncomfortable.

My main use nowadays are earclips - stable & decent sound.

Anything using a cable is like a ball & chain - almost certain that some time you'll walk away without removing/unplugging & suffer the consequent damage to self or equipment 😁
 
ddasterdly said:
Researching a headphone set-up to add to my Wiim Amp Pro. Looking at a Fiio K11 r2r connected to the Amp Pro USB out. Based on a quick review of this thread the Fiio F1's seem good for a wired solution. However, I would ideally like headphones that can handle wired and bluetooth (BT) connectivity. The Grado GW100x headphones are mentioned in this thread as handling both wired and BT but they are open backed with no ANC.

Is anyone aware of other (closed back) headphones that support wireless and BT or is the sensible answer to get 2 separate pairs?

Advice appreciated.
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Don't forget you can add Bluetooth functionality to any wired headphone with a portable BT dac amp. There are many on the market with various features. If you're not sure this is the right option, try the Fiio BTR 11 for $20 (÷/-) US. Great value for the money.
 
ddasterdly said:
Researching a headphone set-up to add to my Wiim Amp Pro. Looking at a Fiio K11 r2r connected to the Amp Pro USB out. Based on a quick review of this thread the Fiio F1's seem good for a wired solution. However, I would ideally like headphones that can handle wired and bluetooth (BT) connectivity. The Grado GW100x headphones are mentioned in this thread as handling both wired and BT but they are open backed with no ANC.

Is anyone aware of other (closed back) headphones that support wireless and BT or is the sensible answer to get 2 separate pairs?

Advice appreciated.
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You could try the bluetooth B&W px7s2, on sale at the moment,(Amazon uk) I'm pretty sure they can also be used with a cable, I used to have some.
 
Currently trying a pair of Grado Headphones, SR80x. They just arrived ! For me, these sounds good enough to justify the price of approx €120,-.

I swear to stop buying headphones for the rest of June 2025 😂 .

Total amount of headphones = 4 at the moment.
Good mids, small form factor, on ear, not over ear. These feel very, very comfortabele. Just got a very decent sound, open back system, i feel it keeps me in touch with my environment and selection music played at the same time. Without looking too much as an idiot.

Btw, what's your avagage amount of headphones?
 

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Sake said:
Currently trying a pair of Grado Headphones, SR80x. They just arrived ! For me, these sounds good enough to justify the price of approx €120,-.

I swear to stop buying headphones for the rest of June 2025 😂 .

Total amount of headphones = 4 at the moment.
Good mids, small form factor, on ear, not over ear. These feel very, very comfortabele. Just got a very decent sound, open back system, i feel it keeps me in touch with my environment and selection music played at the same time. Without looking too much as an idiot.

Btw, what's your avagage amount of headphones?
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I still have SR60 I bought more than 30 years ago 🤣
 
Zap Rekowski said:
...good idea but immediately realized that this is not the FT1 😉
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Did a new try on FT1 ! He really loves the looks and superior SQ of these Fioo cups. For the time being, this is the only headset he has.. chatTGP is sorry about that. But .. still learning 😉

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My new (eleventh or twelfth?) headphones were delivered today... Space One Pro. Just like the Momentum 4 “out of the box” with an incredible bass setup. Honestly unbearable. Only after reduction does the headset produce a very good, full sound, see EQ. On offer for € 149. Very suitable for 60s to 80s productions. Very comfortable, even for spectacle wearers and highly recommended!

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Can anybody recommend a decent pair of wired over-ear phones, preferably under $100? I’m looking for reasonably clear sound with good punchy bass that will be almost exclusively plugged into my iPhone via USB-C adapter.. I really want something that will go fuller than my Bluetooth on-ears (JBL Tune 660NC), but I sure don’t need to (can’t) go into full-on audiophile territory - I’ve already blown my budget for this year and next on my stereo system. Basically something that doesn’t sound like crap. I’ve perused a lot of this thread, but a lot of what you guys are using is either too old (not available any more), too expensive for this little exercise, or too wireless. I’ve also tried Crutchfield and the ol’ google search, but my head exploded three or four times from overload, so I’m forced to resort to the lazy route while I duct tape my skull back together again. TIA!
 
Danny Linguini said:
Can anybody recommend a decent pair of wired over-ear phones, preferably under $100? I’m looking for reasonably clear sound with good punchy bass that will be almost exclusively plugged into my iPhone via USB-C adapter.. I really want something that will go fuller than my Bluetooth on-ears (JBL Tune 660NC), but I sure don’t need to (can’t) go into full-on audiophile territory - I’ve already blown my budget for this year and next on my stereo system. Basically something that doesn’t sound like crap. I’ve perused a lot of this thread, but a lot of what you guys are using is either too old (not available any more), too expensive for this little exercise, or too wireless. I’ve also tried Crutchfield and the ol’ google search, but my head exploded three or four times from overload, so I’m forced to resort to the lazy route while I duct tape my skull back together again. TIA!
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Maybe you will be schocked..
It doesnt have to be expensive.
For long Sessions of listening with a headphone with Excellent comfort to wear for a long time..also important.
Wide soundstage because open back headphones.
And for the price a very good sound.

Koss Porta pro( back to the 80,s😄).
Koss KPH 30i
Koss KPH 40..

For the price.. Excellent.👍
 
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I bought these back in February:
Sennheiser HD 400S Closed Back https://a.co/d/6KEs185
Swapped the pads and the cable:
Adhiper HD450BT Earpads, Ear Cushion https://a.co/d/7kUk6sI
NewFantasia Replacement Audio Upgrade Cable https://a.co/d/5rbIgsJ

I can also vouch for the Koss Porta Pro.
There is also the new offering from Koss which I haven't heard:
Koss KPH30 Wireless Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones https://a.co/d/fTHQBQA
It's currently out of stock but that will change.
There's also an optional cable for $20 US https://koss.com/products/kusb-50
 
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Danny Linguini said:
Can anybody recommend a decent pair of wired over-ear phones, preferably under $100? I’m looking for reasonably clear sound with good punchy bass that will be almost exclusively plugged into my iPhone via USB-C adapter.. I really want something that will go fuller than my Bluetooth on-ears (JBL Tune 660NC), but I sure don’t need to (can’t) go into full-on audiophile territory - I’ve already blown my budget for this year and next on my stereo system. Basically something that doesn’t sound like crap. I’ve perused a lot of this thread, but a lot of what you guys are using is either too old (not available any more), too expensive for this little exercise, or too wireless. I’ve also tried Crutchfield and the ol’ google search, but my head exploded three or four times from overload, so I’m forced to resort to the lazy route while I duct tape my skull back together again. TIA!
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I would look at the models in this price range from Sennheiser, Philips, Beyerdynamic, Pioneer.
 
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Check out the Sennheiser web site. They sell certified refurbished headphones, many of the models run about half of the list price new. I picked up a pair of HD569 wired closed back headphones for $70, and the pair I got was perfect. They are $180 on Amazon right now. Only drawback is you may have to be patient as they don't have every model available in refurb all the time.
 
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