What gaming headphones to buy? - Page 258

i want jaben.net to finish that metal cup kit.

One more thing, if you really miss the voice chat controls, you can always run it back to the MixAmp.

Where do you see this?

As mentioned at least twice earlier in the thread, this is my setup:

Source via TOSLink --> JVC SU-DH1 headphone out --> Headamp Pico --> DT770 Pro 250Ω or Shure SE530 IEMs

My sources are my X360, my PS3 and my Macbook Pro for music and movies (and the occasional PC game when I boot into Bootcamp mode running Win7).

I also don't use voice chat, and for the most part, I prefer the flexibility of the JVC when it comes to movies and audio (supports DTS input, can send Dolby PLII music/cinema modes) via Dolby Headphone DH1, DH2 or DH3. I adjust the DH mode depending on the source, but it stays on DH2 and DH3 most of the time.

That said, when I did own my mixamp and did play online, it couldn't be beat for the ability to mix game music/sounds with voice chat. If I ever get back into online gaming, I'll most definitely pick up another mixamp.

There is no huge difference in quality between the mixamp and the JVC when the JVC is set to DH2 (the same mode the mixamp uses), but the output is maybe a tad clearer. This is because the mixamp has a real line out. I have to use the headphone out on the JVC and adjust the volume on it so that it approximates a real line out.

Regardless, they both work fairly well but I only rely on DH 5.1 simulation when I don't want to disturb the neighbors - otherwise it's the full 6.1 speaker setup through my Denon AVR-4308CI - Dolby Headphone doesn't even come close to that, nor do I expect it to.

That's my 2¢ worth, for the 3rd time at least.

How are you able to get a real, unamplified line-out from the MixAmp?

OMG that is SEXY! Let us know when it's ready... I'll skip a wood for that!

My mixamp doesn't have a real line out??


This.

Anyone see anything wrong with combining an astro mixamp, AD700's and one of these califone mics that wrap around your neck?

http://store.cousinsvideo.com/cal-cm316.html

I have no clue how to make it look good like some of the mods im seeing, but i wouldn't mind this if it would work.

Comeon, the thread is over 7700 posts long and the recent discussion about the JVC SU-DH1 is pretty much non-existent. Thanks for the opinion, but did you have to be snotty about it?

AFAIK, you can't get a line out signal from the mixamp.

Where are the prices, and how do you order from Jaben.net? I see a forum, where they post pics of their new stuff... no comments from anyone (as the threads are locked), and that's it. SHEESH!

it's still in development... a lot of their mods you have to send your cans in and they mod them, i think this metal mod will be different (found a few comments on another site, dont remember where) but i'm hoping the kit will be available for order.

everyone just says to email/call "uncle" or "jaben" for info.

Nah, it's nokay. I'm sure I saw at least one of these posts.

It's true, but like you said, there's so many posts here, it's hard to remember the things we discuss, especially if it's something we weren't really into before.

I have a bad memory, and I usually skip posts about things that I'm not currently interested in.

I think I'm gonna take a break pretty soon from the forums for awhile, since I have been
talking about all this, but rarely if ever actually use my headphones. o_O The only ones that get any use lately is my RE0s and KSC75...

That, and constantly being on here makes me wanna buy so many things on impulse, which is a serious problem for me.

Absolutely stunning.

Totally, and if they can do it for less than $125... like, under $100... I might consider doing it, as wood cups from J$ are $120 or so.

I'd like a finish like that for my DT770 Pros.

With some sanding (ok, lots and lots of sanding), then some buffing, then some silver paint, then a few light coats of red paint, then a few coats of sealant.... you headphones COULD look that way. Sounds like a plan! Lets see some pics when your done!

I guess it's harder for some people to read the post in the 'tongue in cheek' manner that I intended with the 1st and last statements. I've been bit by this myself on numerous occasions - taking the written post in a different way than intended had I heard it being spoken.

Regardless, there is some truth to what I said - this thread is 7700+ posts because not everyone will have read it from start to finish. Instead the same question gets asked over and over again. What would really help is the the first post becoming a FAQ with pointers to the numerous summary and informational posts throughout.

That said, the post provided my opinion on my real world experience with that solution. It's obviously been too long since I had my mixamp since I didn't remember it not having a line-out.

In any case, it wasn't meant to be 'snooty'. I guess I should have done what others should do - search the thread for posts about the topic and then provide the links to the previous posts.


That last part is true for pretty much every one of us - upgraditis is a serious ailment that affects this community.

If you have more specific questions re: the JVC solution, let me know.

Here is a softer gaming cable for the K702/K240 series Headphone. There is 8" of Nylon Multi-filament sheathing at the "Y" split from the Microphone/Headphone connector. The entire cable is Mogami W2534 in Litz Braid for weight, comfort and flexibility (Rubber Sheathing and Copper Shielding have been removed). The Connector Split can be done in either Nylon or Soft Shrink Tubing with Neutrik Gold terminated connectors (All SWZ cables will be terminated with gold plated connectors).

Very nice! Is the nylon diameter bigger than the cable? (Is it the same nylon as mine has)? Or does it fit snug and just look big in the pic?

Where's the sweet SWZ label too???

I'm pretty pumped as I just ordered a buffalo ii dac last night. Can't wait to hear it. Supposed to be one of the best dacs available, sounding better than popular and expensive dacs like the benchmark dac1. It's based off the sabre32 ES9018 reference chip which is considered the bets dac available now, and boasts ridiculous numbers (not that specs tell the whole story).

It's DIY too, so it will be a fun project to build up and find a nice case for and stuff.

I've been waiting forever to buy one because it's been out of stock, and luckily I got in on a preorder last night. They sold out in like 5 minutes lol, so I feel lucky that I got in at all and I'm crossing my fingers that I don't get cut or something due to an oversell in that short time period.

They don't ship until early June, so it's going to be a tough long wait!!

Same Nylon, but because the Rubber sheathing is gone, it is just a tad looser. The logo is going on as I write this.

(puts fingers in ears)...I don't wanna hear it! Nanananana, not listening, nananannana... I don't want to spend anymore money on sources right now, nanananana... just going to buy either the K702, Denon D2k or Sony SA-5000 this Friday... nanananana...

pm pricing, length, etc.

My 'Official' Grado SR-80i replacement is not even here yet... and I ordered these...


Can't wait to do the speaker and 'sanding/buffing' mod. Then, while they're open... gonna pop on a new cable (probably Mogami W2893) and then terminate with a Neutrik....


Should be fun!

Wait why do you need a replacement already? Did I miss something?

And are those square grills? Gonna cut them to shape? What are you planning?

Yes, when I got them... one of the cup forks had like a melted mark or something, so I called them up and they shipped me out a new one.

The Grills will be cut to shape to replace the stock plastic grills and buttons (and left silver). Then I will sand the entire body with progressively finer grit paper to get a polished plastic body. Then of course, a nice re-cable (debating about setting it up with replaceable cabling so I can try out different styles of cables to find one that fits my likes best).

...and, Since the Dark Knight sold before I could get a chance to make a For Sale listing on Head-Fi... the user requested it setup for PC use... so, here's the requested cable.

Ah, I see. Can't wait to see the results! Should be great.

On a side note.. where are you getting the 4 pole connectors?

KVConnection, but I've been given other sources to get them from. Unfortunately, the one from KV is kind of expensive and they only have Plastic bodies (so I had to sacrifice a Neutrik body to make it look good).

Here's a cheaper alternative to KV... Newark