I think what you mention qualifies as tinnitus, not sure though. I can hear mine even in room noise so it's more in my case and I'm not gonna give up, will stick to moderate volume or low and never at high.
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Most middle age men do eventually shift to speakers, I can understand the need of headphones and IEMs but unless listening to speakers is not possible one should always prefer speakers.
Despite having an Andromeda 2020, I am now using it only for those special circumstances and thus considering a good pair of stereo speakers for my room.
Despite having an Andromeda 2020, I am now using it only for those special circumstances and thus considering a good pair of stereo speakers for my room.
The minute I turn on pc speakers my mom complains of headache and the neighbours complain of noise while they both have TV shows blasting through the roof as they work in the kitchen and hear the dialogues from there.
But seriously can we get the same fidelity on speakers for say something under 50k?
I can understand your pain, I guess that's why folks living in developed cities of East invests so much in portable audio. Reason we Asians live in densely packed areas.
Coming to a serious note, a compact Class D Amp + Mid Tier bookshelves speaker is what I am looking at currently. Can't say if its possible under 50K perhaps extend it to 1L, at least that's what my budget for the same is.
But no matter how much you invest in speakers ( not only the speakers, the room acoustics need to be treated too and if you're unlucky, that too can cost a lot) some details are only possible to detect in headphones/ IEMs.
I've a very expensive pair of Barefoot monitors mostly for work (and would never suggest such expensive set up for casual listeners) and miss a lot of details in normal volume even in a semi-treated room.
They are exceptional for panning etc...don't get me wrong, they are exceptional in detail retrieval, but it's my ageing ears that can't pick up subtle things in a mix (lot easier in headphones) from normal distance.
I've a very expensive pair of Barefoot monitors mostly for work (and would never suggest such expensive set up for casual listeners) and miss a lot of details in normal volume even in a semi-treated room.
They are exceptional for panning etc...don't get me wrong, they are exceptional in detail retrieval, but it's my ageing ears that can't pick up subtle things in a mix (lot easier in headphones) from normal distance.
I am not sure if you ever listened to JBL Control One speakers, it's a common staple for many gyms and cafes in Delhi and is used mostly with AVRs. My god it sounds so good and grand especially in a surround setup that I many times admired to have a same setup in my room. Now if a pair of 8K speakers can sound so good especially with usual pop music then I can only imagine what a 30K or a 70K pair is capable of. Discounting some room acoustics and a possible seating position, speakers can give immense joy too.
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Wow these look good. I think I've seen this type or similar in cafes/restaurants too. And the price isn't crazy or anything at all even for a home user.
Are they active powered or passive and need a separate amp? There seem to be many versions in the control series like 150 / 200 watts etc.
These are not powered so need an amp but you can use a cheapo class D too, stay away from powered ones if you are looking for some serious SQ under budget. I would advise you to look at Mission QX-2 speakers instead if you can extend your budget to that level. But at 8k these JBLs are not bad either.
Do note that these are Hi-Fi speakers and are not meant for near-field listening, place them far and wide apart from each other possibly in 2 corners of your room for maximum pleasure. I am considering to wall mount mine with a 45 degree tilt so they project directly to the ears. Something like this :-
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What i really need, especially for my ear problems, are speakers with close to perfect SQ but at ultra low levels, more for not triggering the hyperacusis than for the neighbours, so that's why extremely low volume. I understand that on paper, the most important parameter for this is the sensitivity rating. But leaving tech specs aside, what speakers would do the job best. Budget is variable, but could go up to 25k. Usage is mostly tv shows/movies nearfield listening. Music would also be important if i could actually listen to more than a couple songs lol. But since i can't primary focus is on clear vocals in tv shows, movies are a whole different ball game because of almost constant background music etc. but this doesn't mean the rest of the frequency range isn't important.
Right now on my atp3s i've masking taped over the twin tweeters grill, treble knob is at medium, bass is at low and the sub is on the desk instead of the floor.
I'm planning to get a tv (50" probably) to the usage might switch from nearfield to 6-7' away.
Right now on my atp3s i've masking taped over the twin tweeters grill, treble knob is at medium, bass is at low and the sub is on the desk instead of the floor.
I'm planning to get a tv (50" probably) to the usage might switch from nearfield to 6-7' away.
Cross posting from apple dac thread, mods pls delete If not allowed.
I am thinking of buying the apple dac with kz Zsn pro to get a taste of audiophile audio. Will this be a good pairing? Or do I need to spend a bit more to be able notice some difference? Would like to keep budget below 3k.
I am thinking of buying the apple dac with kz Zsn pro to get a taste of audiophile audio. Will this be a good pairing? Or do I need to spend a bit more to be able notice some difference? Would like to keep budget below 3k.
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Yes, a portable one is required as you can't use desktop amp with a phone.
Portable amps aren't very powerful, Sundara needs more power.
@quaratineinthesejeans please suggest something.
Portable amps aren't very powerful, Sundara needs more power.
@quaratineinthesejeans please suggest something.
The LG phone you have can't power Sundara?
Did you realise how good the BLON is? Let me tell you one thing...even with adequate amping Sundara will give you a different perspective, but the so called fidelity thing won't be that much better.
Buy a very cheap portable amp..Topping has some cheap ones ( NX1s possibly is the most inexpensive one) But Android's resampling is really bad.
I had a very cheap DAP ( probably still have) the cheapest from Fiio ( M3 Pro), it could drive Sundara to pretty decent levels.
Did you try the aux cable trick with G8X?
Did you realise how good the BLON is? Let me tell you one thing...even with adequate amping Sundara will give you a different perspective, but the so called fidelity thing won't be that much better.
Buy a very cheap portable amp..Topping has some cheap ones ( NX1s possibly is the most inexpensive one) But Android's resampling is really bad.
I had a very cheap DAP ( probably still have) the cheapest from Fiio ( M3 Pro), it could drive Sundara to pretty decent levels.
Did you try the aux cable trick with G8X?
Ya I tried that trick, it helps a little but what I want is all the extra details and clarity that I get in full volume, can I get the same in say 40% volume if I get a good amp? Not sure how else to explain it.
The blons are really good, I was expecting a day and night difference. While there's a clear difference between both, I feel blons do great for the price.
From what I searched I need amp more than DAC, the portable ones like that BTR5 comes with both DAC and amp right?
Thanks I'll check it out, I also have a balanced cable.