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    Tri-state (NY/NJ/CT) mini meet, February 21

    I'm bummed to report that one of my kids just woke up sick and my wife's plans mean that I'll have to stay home with the sick one tomorrow. I'm...
    Post by: ginsbu, Feb 20, 2016 in forum: The Meeting Place
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    MEEaudio MeeTec A151 IEM (2nd Generation) Preview

    I hear the same with mine. I don't find anything particularly bothersome about their FR, but the veil is pronounced and pervasive—it would have me...
    Post by: ginsbu, Jan 12, 2016 in forum: IEM Measurements
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    Sennheiser HD650

    I recently received some—Thanks, @philipmorgan! Not sure when I'll give it a try on my HD600s, but I will report back when I do.
    Post by: ginsbu, Jan 12, 2016 in forum: Headphones
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    Beethoven's 5th

    Going a bit OT here, but for 7 Kleiber is good but I prefer Gardiner. Kleiber's performance is nicely paced, but IMHO too full, smooth, and...
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 31, 2015 in forum: Music and Recordings
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    Beethoven's 5th

    I recently got to hear Carlos Kleiber's recording with the Vienna Philharmonic for the first time and was quite impressed with it. Generally, I...
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 31, 2015 in forum: Music and Recordings
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    Best headphones to use unamplified?

    My experience with some AT models unamped has been good, but their tonal balance is quite a bit different than you're looking for. Haven't had a...
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 30, 2015 in forum: Headphones
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    AKG K7XX (Massdrop) Measurement and Succinct Review

    I have the K7XX and HD600 on my desk right now and agree with your assessment in this case too. The HD650 obviously won't be quite as bright as...
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 30, 2015 in forum: Headphone Measurements
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    Tri-state (NY/NJ/CT) mini meet, February 21

    I don't have much to offer, but assuming I'm able to come I can bring a new (silver driver) HD600 and/or AKG K7XX. I can also bring my Schiit...
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 24, 2015 in forum: The Meeting Place
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    The Cause of Many Stupid Arguments Regarding Tonal Signature of Headphones

    I first got earplugs when I started doing a 1 1/2 hour subway commute regularly. I quickly noticed some temporary hearing loss after riding and...
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 24, 2015 in forum: Headphone Measurements
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    Chairs Thread

    I've used a Humanscale Liberty for the last eight years that I've been quite happy with. Got it used for a very reasonable price. It's a bit...
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 24, 2015 in forum: Geek Cave: Computers, Tablets, HT, Phones, Games
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    HD800 or simply HD650?

    The 3kHz peak on my new HD600 is a bit more than I'd like out of my M2/M2 stack (usually characterized as neutral or slightly bright, I think)....
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 22, 2015 in forum: Headphones
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    Tri-state (NY/NJ/CT) mini meet, February 21

    2/21 works for me as of now. We'll see if family obligations crop up that will keep me from making it. I'll try to let everyone know as soon as I...
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 22, 2015 in forum: The Meeting Place
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    Tri-state (NY/NJ/CT) mini meet, February 21

    Upper Manhattan here. Probably family obligations will keep me from attending, but I'd be like to come if I'm free. Anywhere near the subway works.
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 16, 2015 in forum: The Meeting Place
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    HD600

    Not an idiot, but your comment did remind me of this:...
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 10, 2015 in forum: Headphones
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    HD600

    Thanks, CEE TEE. Glad to know I'm not crazy hearing it that way. Currently I'm using the M2/M2 stack, so no tube goodness here. I'm willing to...
    Post by: ginsbu, Dec 10, 2015 in forum: Headphones