In Reply to: oh for petes sake!!! posted by 2chJunkie on January 25, 2012 at 05:51:10:
The audeze earpads are not removable but some might argue they are better than the hifiman earpads. I think both headphones have comfortable ear pads but the hifiman headband is much more comfortable to me during listeneing sessions of an hour or more.
I've been listening and comparing both headphones a little more and the thick audeze earpads, especially how they tilt the driver may contribute to what sounds like a more distant, softer beautiful tone. The hifiman earpads force your ears closer to the drivers which might account for the higher level of detail.
I have to say the audeze has a sweet beguiling tone that may not be 100% neutral but I can see why many find it to their liking. If you have the money I would suggest getting both especially since the same amp will drive them to almost the exact same loudness level. Headroom.com will let you return headphones for any reason within 30 days.
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- RE: oh for petes sake!!! - rmilewsk 21:48:42 01/25/12 (0)