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Simthaniel
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Modded headphones with qudelix at the core
When I received the Qudelix 5K, I had already modified a pair of Superlux HD-681 headphones. I previously soldered my own balanced connections to the drivers, providing multiple ways to connect and...
Apr 14, 2024
brothamike
A decent set of IEMs
I am in the midst of a 300 hour burn-in but, I will say I am enjoying how this set sounds so far. Before I received these which was btw late by a few weeks, I purchased a Sony/Kimber Kable MMCX...
Apr 12, 2024
merrick97
Should I exchange the PC38X for better headphones?
I bought the PC38X headphones FOR GAMING and they are great, but I have NO use for a Microphone since I don't do competitive gaming and I was wondering if there were better headphone options at a similar price without a headphone, where (presumably) more of the cost was put into making it sound better. I also find that my PC38X don't get quite as loud as I would like and I was wondering if a cheap amp like the iFi Go link would draw a little more volume out of my phones. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BN6MM822?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details I went with the PC38X since it was considered the best bang for buck headphones. I care most about using spatial apps like DOlby Atmos and DTS Headphone:X. Suggestions are welcome.
Apr 11, 2024
LostnAmerica
Sound Signature of the Grell Project.
Wondering what type of sound signature the Drop Grell project headphones will have or trying to attain. Any update would be appreciated.
Apr 8, 2024
Fabulous
Looking for a gaming/content audio setup
Hello! I'm looking for recommendations on audio setups. I'd be planning on using it mostly for gaming. Preferably I'd like a pair of large closed back headphones since I have a big head and jaw. I'd also like to hear myself through my mic with mic monitoring. As far as budget goes, I don't really have one. But under 600$ would be nice. I can go higher if needed. The audio setup would be connected to a high performance PC. Thank you in advance for any recommendations!
Apr 4, 2024
1plsd
$10 Drop Coupon Email not sent?
Trying to buy some gear off Drop for the first time. I was told I would receive an email with a welcome to drop $10 off promo. I never received that email. Drop was able to send me emails for my login token and email for Password update. But for some reason the $10 off coupon was never sent to me.
Mar 31, 2024
NMPacella
New here
Hello, I just joined, primarily for the audiophile products. Looking at purchasing the NHT C3 speakers for our new living room. Space is about 15 feet wide by 33 long and they will fire long ways. Space is just for general listening, music room with all equipment is downstairs, so hoping they will fill it with sound nicely. Cheers.
Mar 18, 2024
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Herbert von Karajan/BPO - Beethoven Symphony No. 5 (1977) ACX provides very detailed rendition, strings more forward. Good hall resonance, perhaps slightly better than Z1R. Less crowded sound than Z1R. Z1R emphasizes contrabass more, which adds good low end and balances things out nicely. Smoother, less crunchy sound. Tie.
Counting Crows - Omaha ACX Acoustic guitar stands out more, bass guitar gets a little muted. Percussion still nice and impactful. Z1R kick drum booms and churns. Acoustic guitar is enveloped in mix more. Slight win for Z1R.
Coldplay - The Scientist ACX a little thin on piano resonance, Chris Martin's voice lacks bass. Acoustic guitar is more convincing. Z1R portrays piano and its inner voice better, Chris Martin's voice more rounded. Deeper bass. Slight win for Z1R.
Lady Gaga feat. Beyonce - Telephone Gaga's vocal is richer on Z1R, as is the classical guitar intro. Stereo effects are also more pronounced. Bass churns. Oddly, ACX seems less in balance - when the dance bass line kicks in it seems way louder than vocals. Win for Z1R.
Miles Davis - So What Cymbals are a little hissy on ACX. Stand up bass is too recessed. Z1R sounds richer and more like a room, less like an old tape recording. Sax is richer on Z1R. Still a nice showing for ACX. Slight win for Z1R.
Aerosmith - Janie's Got a Gun Z1R renders bass and percussion better. ACX does a nice job on details. Slight win for Z1R.
Nine Inch Nails - Head Like A Hole (remastered) ACX tuning emphasizes hiss in recording. Trent Reznor vocal stands out nicely, and more than Z1R. Z1R smoother and more impactful overall, much less fatiguing listen. Slight win for Z1R.
U2 - With or Without You Z1R is smoother listen with deeper bass guitar rendition. ACX emphasizes the Edge's guitar part more and puts Bono more forward in the mix. Both engaging listens. Slight win for ACX.
The Strokes - Selfless Z1R smoother and darker, ACX a bit crispier and puts vocals slightly more forward. Both very engaging on bass guitar part and overall presentation. Tie. So all told, 7-2-1 Z1R/Tie/ACX. I think this is a very good score for a headphone that costs 1/4 of its competition (granting the fact that the original non-Drop Aeon 2 Closed retailed for $800, or half of the Z1R). The ACX is terrific for rock and orchestral, and quite good for EDM and Pop. I like it a little bit less for Jazz and Chamber music - it's not bad by any means, but I think it's a bit too treble forward and bass light for those genres, at least compared to the Z1R. Of course if one had no basis for comparison, one would probably love it for those genres, too. CONCLUSION At their current price (keeping in mind they are sold out on Drop until March) they are a superb value, especially if you need a closed-back set of cans for travel or more challenging listening environments. They are easy to drive and come with a carrying case, making for a light commuting package for such high-quality listening. The sound profile is very "audiophile" in terms of detail and tuning, while still having enough bass to be fun for rock and EDM.