HeaDphone Discussions. (Audiophile and Gaming)

[Billionairebum]

Legend thank you!

 

[Fluke]

Almost all headphones touch my ears, I need HD800s for my elephant ears.

Also, I would avoid KZ - theyve been in too much drama and QC issue scandals for me to trust them. I got some p cheap TruthEar IEMs that I can't complain about - I'd give them a look.

 

[kinosfronimos]

+1 for the xm3's
They can be got 2nd hand fairly cheap, and there's not much diff between them and the xm4's. Side by side I preferred them to the QC equivalent at the time. My daily driver & use them for travel too with insane battery life, so all around excellent imho

 

[L-Dog]

Good Day All

I am in search of a new pair of headphones (on or over ear) that can do a bit of everything. I am looking for the best bang for buck but want a quality pair of headphones that will last 3+ years. Below what I will mostly be using the headphones for.

Work / Zoom meeting - 40%
Listening to music / podcat - 20%
Travel / Commute - 20%
PC Gaming - 10%
PS 5 Gaming / Connected to TV - 10%


Budget -- 5k but can be stretched. (Just don't want to pay for small audio upgrades I won't notice)

Open to any brand but prefer big brands Jabra, Sony etc


Thanks

 

[kinosfronimos]

Good Day All

I am in search of a new pair of headphones (on or over ear) that can do a bit of everything. I am looking for the best bang for buck but want a quality pair of headphones that will last 3+ years. Below what I will mostly be using the headphones for.

Work / Zoom meeting - 40%
Listening to music / podcat - 20%
Travel / Commute - 20%
PC Gaming - 10%
PS 5 Gaming / Connected to TV - 10%


Budget -- 5k but can be stretched. (Just don't want to pay for small audio upgrades I won't notice)

Open to any brand but prefer big brands Jabra, Sony etc


Thanks

I'm a big fan of these:

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Incredible battery life, leading noise cancelation, comfortable and sound great to my ears!

 

[kinosfronimos]

Good Day All

I am in search of a new pair of headphones (on or over ear) that can do a bit of everything. I am looking for the best bang for buck but want a quality pair of headphones that will last 3+ years. Below what I will mostly be using the headphones for.

Work / Zoom meeting - 40%
Listening to music / podcat - 20%
Travel / Commute - 20%
PC Gaming - 10%
PS 5 Gaming / Connected to TV - 10%


Budget -- 5k but can be stretched. (Just don't want to pay for small audio upgrades I won't notice)

Open to any brand but prefer big brands Jabra, Sony etc


Thanks

Or move quick on these

[For Sale] - Sony WH-1000XM5 black | Headphones

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carbonite.co.za

 

[Andrew_Smith]

Hi Audiophiles.

Were can one find foam ear tip replacements for the Sony WF-1000XM4?

I see the local store doesn't stock the Comply tips anymore and I am not a fan of the OEM tips.

Thanks.

 

[Phil McKraken]

Not sure if there are any available locally, but aside from Comply tips, the general consensus for Sony foam eartips would be these ones. You do have to import them though.

 

[DrNoSkill]

Has anyone here tried the Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro X Limited Edition yet, i am looking for a closed back that can match my HD560s without breaking the bank, seems my only options are the regular DT770 pros, the limited x edition and a new contender on the block the Fiio FT1 which is currently out of bloody stock everywhere.

As always guidance is appreciated.

 

[kinosfronimos]

@RougeRogue some good headphone advice here

 

[eY_b0ss]

Bois - I'm hitting the audiophile territory: Ordering the following from Wootware as soon as stock is confirmed:

Dac: FIIO K11 R2R
Headset: FIIO FT1

Usage will be casual gaming, music and jewt00b.

Is this a good combo?
Also what is my mic options? (PC shares a large room with the VROU's TV.)

From a price point I like it, since my net worth is far below the billions.

Your input is super appreciated.

 

[RougeRogue]

@RougeRogue some good headphone advice here

Thanks. I'll have a look. Much appreciated.

 

[Chevez]

Don't waste your money on a DAC

Do you really need an external DAC for better audio? Most audio setups don't benefit from pricey DACs and what truly improves sound quality.

www.soundguys.com

Just leaving this here...

 

[Phil McKraken]

Don't waste your money on a DAC

Do you really need an external DAC for better audio? Most audio setups don't benefit from pricey DACs and what truly improves sound quality.

www.soundguys.com

Just leaving this here...

DACs are kind of a solved problem really. Amplification, particularly the output stages offer a bit more of a difference than modern DACs. That said, I still recommend some people get a dedicated device (even a dongle) because most if not all headphone jacks out of motherboards and cases have a high output impedence, which changes the frequency response of DD headphones, especially DD IEMs. Planars are an exception to this, but they usually require more current than what motherboards, phones and cases provide anyway.

 

[L-Dog]

 

[Andrew_Smith]

Hi everyone,

My Sony WF-1000XM4 are just over 3 years old, and the left earbud only charges to about 60%. Battery life has dropped to roughly an hour.

Is this essentially an end-of-life situation, or is battery replacement/repair still a viable option? I’d be willing to spend around R1000+ on a repair if possible, rather than replacing them entirely.

If repair isn’t practical, what would you recommend as a good replacement? I’m currently using cheap earbuds as a stopgap, but the difference in ANC and sound quality is very noticeable.

In a perfect world, I would have forked out cash to buy the cans posted above. XM6 would be a lekker treat!

Thanks.

 

[M@tree2]

Hi everyone,

My Sony WF-1000XM4 are just over 3 years old, and the left earbud only charges to about 60%. Battery life has dropped to roughly an hour.

Is this essentially an end-of-life situation, or is battery replacement/repair still a viable option? I’d be willing to spend around R1000+ on a repair if possible, rather than replacing them entirely.

If repair isn’t practical, what would you recommend as a good replacement? I’m currently using cheap earbuds as a stopgap, but the difference in ANC and sound quality is very noticeable.



Thanks.

Sony WF-1000XM4 Wireless Earbuds battery replacement

This repair guide will show you how to replace the Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds battery. In this guide, we will replace the battery of the left earbud, ...

www.ifixit.com

So it's doable, but I'm skeptical of them being the same again.

 

[PandaAttack1]

Hi everyone,

My Sony WF-1000XM4 are just over 3 years old, and the left earbud only charges to about 60%. Battery life has dropped to roughly an hour.

Is this essentially an end-of-life situation, or is battery replacement/repair still a viable option? I’d be willing to spend around R1000+ on a repair if possible, rather than replacing them entirely.

If repair isn’t practical, what would you recommend as a good replacement? I’m currently using cheap earbuds as a stopgap, but the difference in ANC and sound quality is very noticeable.



Thanks.

iFixit has a guide:

Sony WF-1000XM4 Wireless Earbuds battery replacement

This repair guide will show you how to replace the Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds battery. In this guide, we will replace the battery of the left earbud, ...

www.ifixit.com

Looks finicky though. I'm always cautious when heat and glue is involved. But it can be done? How good is aftermarket vs OEM battery though... R1000+ for another ~year? of life. Always tricky.

I did however recently replace a battery and switches in a G502 lightspeed, as well as a battery in an old JBL Extreme. Both going strong. Although the battery was expensive, still much cheaper than replacing the devices. With everything having batteries, I guess replacing them is a worthwhile skill to develop.

I have a near-new set of WF-1000XM5s I'm hardly using if you want to make a offer.

 

[Cyberbeast93]

Hi everyone,

My Sony WF-1000XM4 are just over 3 years old, and the left earbud only charges to about 60%. Battery life has dropped to roughly an hour.

Is this essentially an end-of-life situation, or is battery replacement/repair still a viable option? I’d be willing to spend around R1000+ on a repair if possible, rather than replacing them entirely.

If repair isn’t practical, what would you recommend as a good replacement? I’m currently using cheap earbuds as a stopgap, but the difference in ANC and sound quality is very noticeable.



Thanks.

the original batteries are ZeniPower Z55H, R200-ish for 2, repair is fairly easy, E6000 adhesive is about R130, good as new

 

[PandaAttack1]

the original batteries are ZeniPower Z55H, R200-ish for 2, repair is fairly easy, E6000 adhesive is about R130, good as new

Have you replaced a battery in one of these? Where did you get the batteries?

 

[Cyberbeast93]

Have you replaced a battery in one of these? Where did you get the batteries?

yes, did a friends last year with the ifixit guide

batteries got here
glue here

prices have decreased since then so even more affordable

 

[PandaAttack1]

yes, did a friends last year with the ifixit guide

batteries got here
glue here

prices have decreased since then so even more affordable

Lekker! Did you have to heat them up a lot to separate? Are they still going strong?

@Andrew_Smith , repair them dude! Sommer the battery in your charging box as well. Cyberbeast said he will replace them for free if it doesn't work out.

 

[Cyberbeast93]

Lekker! Did you have to heat them up a lot to separate? Are they still going strong?

didn't require much heat, could pop them open with squeezing pressure right after some heat, still going strong and he uses them daily for gym

@Andrew_Smith , repair them dude! Sommer the battery in your charging box as well. Cyberbeast said he will replace them for free if it doesn't work out.

Debatable 🤣

 

[Andrew_Smith]

@Cyberbeast93 would you be open to repair for me? Will pay for your time and the parts of course.

I feel I have nothing to lose and might be able to save them which will honestly be awesome!

 

[Cyberbeast93]

@Cyberbeast93 would you be open to repair for me? Will pay for your time and the parts of course.

I feel I have nothing to lose and might be able to save them which will honestly be awesome!

normally I would, but work has me training new staff, probably going to be away for 2 months, but if I'm back and you're still up you can let me know, I'll DM you

 

[PandaAttack1]

@Cyberbeast93 would you be open to repair for me? Will pay for your time and the parts of course.

I feel I have nothing to lose and might be able to save them which will honestly be awesome!

I'm willing to take a look for you. But I'm not sure back & forth Gauteng courier costs will make it worth for you.

 

[Andrew_Smith]

Thanks everyone for the assist.

@Cyberbeast93 I will touch base with you in 2-months time again then.

Have a good weekend!

 

[L-Dog]

Anyone tried these nothing ear a earbuds ? Seems like a good deal for R 1300 even if just to test it out

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CXPRHTNB?coliid=I388M4U5N09TLV&colid=NGVYI62R8747&th=1&linkCode=sl2&tag=randomfrankp-20&linkId=48114ccedda42b09d2de2468cfe5f568&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

 

[Phil McKraken]

If you like a hard / aggressive V shaped sound signature, they will do the job

 

[L-Dog]

Anyone have a recommendation for a cheap wires pair of earbuds? Looking for a back up pair for the office had a pair of sound magic back in the day but they don't seem to be available in Sa anymore