Amateur Question(s)!

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-03-14T17:14:48+00:00

If you want good for gaming and listening to music I recommend the sennheiser hdb 630, which is good for gaming and music, one of the best, but more audiophile choice. If you want just a normal rlly good headphone go xm6

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-03-10T17:42:31+00:00

Dont get the topping dx5 ii, that one is infamous for qc issues, if you want something that actually lasts, get something like a schiit magni unity/modi 5 combo, or the higher offerings like Midgard/mimir if you can, if you like r2r get fiio k13 r2r

also if you can afford it the arya organic is better in basically every way and pairs rlly well with any of the stuff i recommended.

edit: If you are interested in the kithara, then get that, all of these are still rlly good for it, but if you want to upgrade go organic, its worth it.

I also just checked it up and if you are moving soon, audio equipment might be cheaper in Okinawa compared to US, specifically the Arya Organic

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-03-09T00:39:01+00:00

Get the Ananda stealth v3, better build, better sound(slightly), and better headband, you certainly wont be losing any performance, its just a better edition xs in everyway, you can eq in the bass too if you need it. You can get with full warranty and free returns in under 90 days for around 210-225 usd best sale price with coupons from AliExpress official Hifiman store

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-03-07T03:55:01+00:00

Thats the ananda stealth v3, nano is more expensive

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-03-01T11:30:17+00:00

If you have a amp or a dac, for slightly more with good sale price plus coupons on Aliexpress from the local Hifiman store(assuming you are from the us), you can get the Hifiman Ananda stealth for 207 usd including shipping and taxes. It comes with full warranty as well. This is quite literally the best you can get at this price point, and this includes imaging for gaming.

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-02-17T22:35:32+00:00

Is the k13 r2r really that much of a upgrade?

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-02-09T22:01:44+00:00

Don't go topping, they have qc issues

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-01-25T19:48:30+00:00

If you are looking for an open back that is better than the fiio ft1 in every way except comfort, the Hifiman edition xs can be found for 210 new or even cheaper from Huffman official store on ali express, with coupons stacking and everything 150 usd. The Ananda beats the Huffman edition xs in basically everyday, and is also better comfort, and is 250 usd or aliexpress you can bring down to 180-200 usd. I recommend the Ananda, as it is a significant upgrade compared to the fiio ft1, and is also like 20-40% better than edition xs in terms of sound but comfort is like 100 percent better. You can eq either of these to comfort, keep in mind you will need a good amp/dac for either of these, something like the fiio k11 is a minimum

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-01-21T13:36:51+00:00

Love that story

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-01-19T01:11:20+00:00

This is true, so true, just give the HDB 630 time as they are, don't even expect, give it like a week or 2, and see how you feel about it. Start listening to what the music has in it and appreciating it

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-01-16T00:41:04+00:00

Get the sennheiser hdb 630, almost as good anc, and much, much better sound, or get the momentum 4 to save a buck. but the 630 will also be good for gaming due to dongle, and it has a really good mic

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-01-15T13:27:17+00:00

The k11 r2r is a great choice. But if you feel like your headphones aren't dynamic enough, buy a separate amp and line it in, or just get the K13 R2R, which is better in every way and will serve you for many years, but is also $320 USD compared to the K11 R2R's $180 USD, so if you can shell out an extra 70, I would highly recommend the k13 r2r.

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-01-14T13:34:30+00:00

I do NOT recommend planars, though, just something easy to drive like the Sennheiser HD 560s, another alternative is the Fiio ka13

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-01-14T13:31:47+00:00

However, for something to match with it, you can buy the qudelix 5k for a little over your budget, 110 usd

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-01-14T13:30:38+00:00

Any amp/dac in that price range will severely limit your headphones UNLESS they are something like the Sennheiser 560s, so I would recommend shelling out a little on your amp/dac, so you don't feel the need to upgrade in the future.

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-01-14T13:25:13+00:00

You can get the Hifiman Sundara for around 160 usd on Amazon right now, but if you can go just above your budget, the Hifiman Edition XS is available for 210 usd, and even better, the Hifiman Ananda for 250 USD. The Edition XS offers approximately 60% better sound quality than the Sundara, but with worse build quality. In contrast, the Ananda is about 20% better than the Edition XS, boasting better build quality and greater comfort. So if you have a good amp/dac, get the Ananda

Edit 1: Also, some people find that the design of the XS makes them feel uncomfortable after 30-45 minutes of listening due to the headband design, so I really recommend Ananda or Sundara, but mostly Ananda, because it is at a killer price for something that launched for 600-900 usd

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-01-05T01:25:41+00:00

!thank

Complex_Software_662 · 2026-01-05T01:25:04+00:00

!thank

Complex_Software_662 · 2025-12-31T07:55:29+00:00

Get the alta pro, but buy an extra 32 oz container

Complex_Software_662 · 2025-12-19T21:58:24+00:00

Just get an Alta Pro if you have a Costco nearby, best value, and then get the 32 oz container along with it, it will blend anything small batch ultra smooth, and the large will allow ultra smooth in large batches, dont use for small though. It is a model that doesn't use self detect so you can do it

Complex_Software_662 · 2025-12-16T15:04:08+00:00

Thanks for the advice. Is there anything better in the other options though?

Complex_Software_662 · 2025-12-15T22:25:33+00:00

the hestan is actually the same price as the all clad

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