bryan76
18-11-2010, 11:38
Just wondering whether any of you good folks have had any experience of using high impedance headphones on your Caimans.
I have been reading around this subject for what seems like months now, and have pretty much decided to go ahead and order a pair of Beyer DT770/600 ohm.
I've arrived at this choice as they seem to be recommended for the genres of music I like (downtempo electronica - Massive Attack, Air and also rock, Radiohead Pink Floyd). They are closed back just to prevent annoying others :rolleyes:
Without being able to audition them, I can only go on other peoples impressions, and they suggest that the 600ohm models benefit from a more open soundstage, as well as fuller midrange, smoother treble and bass control, when compared to the same model with 32/250ohm impedance.
They also qualify this by saying that they need 'good' amplification, ideally from a tube amp. This is an area I have no knowledge of, so hopefully someone can help me.
A dedicated headphone amp is financialy not an option unfortunately. When I pluck up the confidence I will try the mod on the Caiman headphone output, but do you think the 600ohm beyers are a mistake? Should I stick with the 250ohm model?
Thanks all for any advice and suggestions :)
I have been reading around this subject for what seems like months now, and have pretty much decided to go ahead and order a pair of Beyer DT770/600 ohm.
I've arrived at this choice as they seem to be recommended for the genres of music I like (downtempo electronica - Massive Attack, Air and also rock, Radiohead Pink Floyd). They are closed back just to prevent annoying others :rolleyes:
Without being able to audition them, I can only go on other peoples impressions, and they suggest that the 600ohm models benefit from a more open soundstage, as well as fuller midrange, smoother treble and bass control, when compared to the same model with 32/250ohm impedance.
They also qualify this by saying that they need 'good' amplification, ideally from a tube amp. This is an area I have no knowledge of, so hopefully someone can help me.
A dedicated headphone amp is financialy not an option unfortunately. When I pluck up the confidence I will try the mod on the Caiman headphone output, but do you think the 600ohm beyers are a mistake? Should I stick with the 250ohm model?
Thanks all for any advice and suggestions :)