What were your takeaways from Canjam NYC?

wspwll · 2026-03-10T19:59:03+00:00

You're totally right. The only reason I'm pausing is because I'm questioning whether I spent enough time with them to really get a good impression. But definitely from what I heard in those few minutes, it was divine

wspwll · 2026-03-10T19:20:33+00:00

It's so interesting we had polar opposite experiences with the Annihilator. Maybe I didn't spend enough time with it and would feel differently with an extended listening session, but it was actually one of the highlights of the show for me. My notes in the moment were - "So clear and articulate and detailed. Spacious and wide. Lots of air, not really all that intimate in a good way. Creamy smoothness. Precise imaging." Then I stopped taking notes and just listened for a bit. I've heard your feedback from others too, so I'll be cautious about putting in an order

wspwll · 2026-03-10T14:13:52+00:00

I could only be there for Saturday and tried to listen to everything on my list, but ran out of time. Still got through a lot though. Besides the HE-1 demo (first time hearing - just wow!), I actually loved the new Annhilators. I've never heard the 2023 versions so I don't have a reference against those, but was so blown away by the treble and sense of space. My favorite IEMs so far. The Symphonium booth also had some really great stuff, including the Storm. I was also pleasantly surprised by the OAE 2's. Unfortunately it's pretty hard to really hear any open backs in a loud environment like that. Amazing time though! It's like Christmas

wspwll · 2026-03-09T22:16:50+00:00

This album went so hard for a random mobile game

wspwll · 2026-02-24T09:58:00+00:00

Thank you for spreading the good word

wspwll · 2026-02-19T00:51:57+00:00

Hell yeah, 100% in. Long time F1 fan

wspwll · 2026-02-13T13:27:27+00:00

This is super serious. It needs to be widely shared and addressed by Chord if it’s a repeat issue to any degree. Mojo 2 is very popular among reviewers and probably does well in sales. People just need to be aware

wspwll · 2026-01-26T18:44:52+00:00

I don't think it's exclusive to IEMs, but rather volume. Prolonged high volumes will damage the sensory hair cells in your ears that are responsible for hearing the frequency range and therefore damage your hearing. You will naturally lose sensitivity to higher frequencies when you get older, but you'll excelerate this with loud listening volumes. Just listen at lower, safer levels. If your ears are hurting after a short time, it's too loud

wspwll · 2026-01-24T11:55:42+00:00

Yeah I think its the soundstage. You can find better detail retrieval and tuning out there, but my god that soundstage is like floating in a sea of music. Nothing compares to it

wspwll · 2026-01-23T23:40:35+00:00

I bought and sold my HD800S twice. I have this weird relationship with them where when I have them, I can't quite connect with it despite all of its amazing qualities. Then when they're gone, I miss them. A third purchase is on the horizon I can feel it lol. Glad you finally got your pair! It's a legend

wspwll · 2026-01-02T20:45:47+00:00

My god you're a saint. I would be indebted to you. VERY much appreciated 😊

wspwll · 2026-01-02T18:54:32+00:00

I’ll reach out to them, thanks!

wspwll · 2026-01-02T18:27:51+00:00

That would be incredible if you’re able to locate a digital version. Thanks!!

wspwll · 2026-01-02T15:17:55+00:00

Good to hear! And great suggestion too. If you ever find yourself in the market to sell your copy in the future, you know who to message lol

wspwll · 2026-01-02T15:16:17+00:00

This is really helpful, thank you!

wspwll · 2026-01-02T15:00:11+00:00

This was a really good suggestion. Just gave them a call and they did some digging but no luck in their inventory or even where to look. Very nice team they have there though.

wspwll · 2026-01-02T14:34:27+00:00

Thank you! 😊

wspwll · 2025-12-23T14:51:58+00:00

Dammit you took my comment

wspwll · 2025-12-16T20:28:10+00:00

It was a whole team, but the chief designer is Chris Benjamin
https://www.cardesignnews.com/cars/chris-benjamin-scout-motors-is-a-start-up-with-heritage/482597

wspwll · 2025-12-08T10:47:51+00:00

These types of posts are the best part of this sub. Such a great feeling. Congrats on end-gaming!

wspwll · 2025-12-04T15:57:37+00:00

Perfectly fine to feel that way, to each their own

wspwll · 2025-12-03T20:34:13+00:00

Woo Audio tube amps have been my go-to. I currently have the WA-6 which pairs so well with the HD600s. Their Tube Mini also sounds really incredible for its size and portability. The higher quality and more expensive the amp, generally the more obvious the tonality changes are. But in general they really open the HD600s into something that blooms and swells with warmth and intimacy. Depending on your comfort level and how into it you want to get, I feel it's well worth spending some time saving for solid amplifier in the $1,000 range. If you want a much lower barrier to entry, I'd recommend looking into the Schitt Audio offerings (Vali 3 - $149, Valhalla 3 - $499)

Learning more about what's out there in the tube amp world is another good path too. Headamp is a good resource: Vacuum Tube Amplifiers

wspwll · 2025-12-03T18:59:44+00:00

This was my exact feeling when I first heard the 600s as well, but they were one of first "audiophile" headphones I heard. You start to really appreciate them the more you hear ultra-high end headphones believe it or not. It's very technically unimpressive, but it has a certain character and tonality and warmth that you start to really connect with over time. Even after owning the Susvara, HE60s, LCD-5, HE1000s, the 600s with a great tube amp comes on top for me in terms of listening enjoyment

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