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Oppo Ear-Pads Listening and Measurements

Tyll Hertsens Aug 19, 2014 First Published: Aug 19, 2014

This story originally appeared at InnerFidelity.com

Lots of chatter abut the Oppo ear-pads on Head-Fi.org. I figured I better do some measurements to get another view.

Did some listening too, and found a favorite pad.

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Time to Rethink Beats, the Solo² is Excellent

Tyll Hertsens Aug 15, 2014 First Published: Aug 15, 2014

This story originally appeared at InnerFidelity.com

Yes, I've been very vocal about my disappointment with Beats product, especially the original Solo.

Well, it's time to change my tune, and I'll be vocal about that too.

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Extraordinary DIY Electrostatic Headphones by Chinsettawong

Tyll Hertsens Jun 19, 2014 First Published: Jun 19, 2014

This story originally appeared at InnerFidelity.com

Headphone hobbyists are an ongoing source of amazement. A couple of years ago I spent a year measuring DIY headphones and the work was often very cool indeed. But this...I don't even know what to say.

Welcome to a couple of spectacular DIY electrostatic headphone builds by Chinsettawong!

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The Scrumptious Oppo Digital PM-1 Planar Magnetic Headphone

Tyll Hertsens Jun 13, 2014 First Published: Jun 13, 2014

This story originally appeared at InnerFidelity.com

Oh boy. This one's going to be a tough one for me. I love the sound of the PM-1...heck I love almost everything about them. But they're not neutral, and many won't like them.

Oh well...here we go...

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Practically Perfect in Every Way: The V-Moda XS

Tyll Hertsens May 19, 2014 First Published: May 19, 2014

This story originally appeared at InnerFidelity.com

Okay, okay, perfect is a bit strong, I've got a few little niggles with sound quality. But damn, you're getting a heck of a lot for $212 with these terrific headphones.

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The Audeze LCD-X, Fazor, and a Fresh Listen to the Current LCD-2 and LCD-3

Tyll Hertsens May 09, 2014 First Published: May 09, 2014

This story originally appeared at InnerFidelity.com

It's no secret I really like the Audeze LCD-3 and LCD-2. When they slotted the LCD-X between the two, I simply had to have a listen to these cans in context with the rest of the line. So I spent some time with the latest Audeze headphones...

...Yeah, rough job, someone's got to do it. :)

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The Legend Continues: The Audio Technica ATH-M50x

Tyll Hertsens Apr 25, 2014 First Published: Apr 25, 2014

This story originally appeared at InnerFidelity.com

Like sand on a beach, the number of times the Audio Technica ATH-M50 has been recommended would be hard to count. This headphone has reached legendary status among headphone enthusiasts, and with this latest refresh its position in the pantheon of great headphones is assured.

Think the ATH M-50 is old news? Time to listen again!

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A Sum Greater Than Its Parts: The Outstanding Phiaton Chord MS 530 Bluetooth, Noise-Canceling Headphone/Headset

Tyll Hertsens Apr 19, 2014 First Published: Apr 19, 2014

This story originally appeared at InnerFidelity.com

I've never heard a Bluetooth, noise canceling, headphone/headset that sounds good---or even the same---in all modes...until now. This is a really cool, jack-of-all-trades, general purpose headphone/headset!

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The Cool, Comfy, and Competent Shure SRH1540

Tyll Hertsens Apr 11, 2014 First Published: Apr 11, 2014

This story originally appeared at InnerFidelity.com

It took me a little while to warm up to these headphones, but once I did, I found myself very happy coddled in their comfort and spacious sound.

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A Unique Bass Sensation: The Skullcandy Crusher

Tyll Hertsens Mar 25, 2014 First Published: Mar 25, 2014

This story originally appeared at InnerFidelity.com

It may seem silly to us, but a headphone with a sub-woofer sounds like a stupendously good idea to a 20 year old. Nature abhors a vacuum...somebody had to do it.