GamePro201X t1_j5sqkum wrote on January 25, 2023 at 8:12 AM

what headphones are you using

entivoo OP t1_j5sqpw7 wrote on January 25, 2023 at 8:14 AM

Austrian Audio Hi-X65, was fine before with my FiiO K5 Pro, but the bass is not as satisfying on that DAC/Amp. The amount of treble is perfect on the K5 though.

verifitting t1_j5strz3 wrote on January 25, 2023 at 8:56 AM

If the output impedance is the same on all these devices, there isn't a single logical reason as to why you'd hear such differences in bass and treble. It's not like you're switching from an OTL tube amp to a clean solid state one lol, you're comparing apples with apples and they should really taste the same..

entivoo OP t1_j5swazr wrote on January 25, 2023 at 9:32 AM

I don't know about that . It is my first time experimenting with separate DAC and amp. Used to use an all in one solution like the FiiO K5 Pro. So I think I would experiment with other DACs and see if it made a difference. In this hobby one should trust their own ears.

Thanks for sharing!

kazuviking t1_j5tr4e2 wrote on January 25, 2023 at 2:45 PM

Some peoples mind imagine differences.

No-Context5479 t1_j5t4yxk wrote on January 25, 2023 at 11:29 AM

Fam, the X65 doesn't have bass because it's 10dB lower than what is perceived neutral bass shelf according to Harman. And coupled with its forward leaning upper midrange and Treble/air regions... Of course it's gonna sound bright on any solid state DAC/AMP... Better slap on some EQ or get a better tuned headphone.

Sorry if I'm coming off as aggressive😅🤝🏾 u/entivoo...

I can send you some Parametric EQ Preset to test it out