Sennheiser PC37X randomly goes bad after disconnecting the cable ?
Greetings, Yesterday I was using my headset like normal with my macbook, just listening to music and on a call with people like usual, and the headset was perfectly fine. The stock wire that came with the headset is extremely long and yesterday it annoyed me very much that it kept getting tangled with itself, so I decided to see if the cable is replaceable. I pulled out the cable from the headset and saw the adapter, and looked online for a replacement. Upon plugging it back in, the audio sounded extremely muffled and washed out. Im not sure what I did wrong to make it mess up like that as I've always taken good care of it, ive had it for about 2 years and its always just been chilling on my desk, but anywho I thought the cable just went bad and ordered a replacement. The replacement came, and the issue is still persistant, so I am not sure what the issue is I've tried multiple different headsets and the issue is not with the port, and I also tried it with my windows laptop and...
Apr 23, 2024
I also have a Schiit Bimby, but have not tried it with as the Hugo is just a jem. But shout out if you want me to form an opinion for it.
My usual 'everyday' headphones are Audeze LCD-XC, so the bar is pretty high when it comes to sound. I do not stand sibilance when it comes to sound. I did tried to compare the Primos to my old and rarely used Klipsch X10 IEMs.
IMPRESSIONS: Rig [3]: All I can say the sound is great (no annoying characteristics), however a bit too analytical in the voice range. Voices really pop out and are super clear and detailed. I immediately noticed that I pick up what's actually being sung as opposed to listening to the composition as a whole. Drums sound great and very well separated. However, just like with voices it appears they are so well presented that it takes away from the whole of the composition.
Rig [2]: The detailed character of the rig [3] is gone. They simply sound very well and I can't spot any obvious problems. Tubes?
Rig [1]: It's like [2], but noticeably cleaner sound with more musicality to it. So, like [2], but more to my taste.
MY RATING: - Audeze is just more musical. The sound is alive. - Primo 8 is more analytical then I would like to, but nothing to complain about. I think it comes down to the fact that they are fast responding IEMs due to the drivers nature. I actually listened to them several hours in one go and it was ok. With Audeze here and there you just notice they you want to play a song once again just for the sound. That's the difference. - Klipsch X10s. Albeit good, I would pick the Primo 8s anyday. The Primo's feel like a complete no compromise package, whereas the Klipsch X10s immediately feel limited here and there although still good sounding. But certainly less impressive down below. I'd say the Klipsches sound a tad warmer...
IMPORTANT - COMFORT: With the foam tips the Primo 8s are wonderfully comfortable... I can't use no IEMs other than the Klipsch due to the size of the nozzle. It's typically quite big and just hurts my ears. The Primos are great in that regard - no complaints whatsoever. I purchased a pair of Zero Audio Carbo Tenore a few months back and just could not judge they sound properly as I could stand the pain. Just to give you an indication that the Primos are just great.
CONCLUSION: For $200 it's a freaking steal. I am not sure what else among closed head/earphones can be sounding that good. Unless you are after a particular sound signature. I am keeping these for when I need good isolation and portability.
I AM WEIRD GUY: I have just purchased 2 pairs of ATH-ES5 to complement my 7 years old pair... I just love the sound. They always impress me - reminiscent of the Audeze in this regard. So, if you like me I'd suggest you to try these. I got them for like $25 and these are nowhere to be seen anymore!
Thanks for the update. I got my pair end of May. I felt the same way about the mid-range and felt my rock like Deftones and NIN to he unlistenable. That is until I tried 10 different ear tips. I recommend the gray silicone ear tips that came with my Shure. You might find they balance the mid-range a bit. Indeed, they sure are fast. Classical music is such a treat.
I only have one dac amp at the moment. Looking to get a tube preamp and see how that does things!
I am a big fan of planars too. Maybe the isine20 is the way to go?