what phone u using? android or ios?

if android u need a micro usb to connect to ur dac, or 3.5mm to 3.5mm to connect headphone jack to the amp line in. normally if u purchase new all accesorries are included.

if ios the dac+amp is normally more expensive

but, HD598 is not that portable, due to it size and open design, ppl will hear what u hear, and it do not required extra amping due to it low impedance, but amping will slightly improve the sound, but not dayvand night different

Oppo HA2. Powerful, nicely priced, works with Android or iOS. Done.

Samsung Note 3. I did check with some they say not many support android devices. I was looking at the Fiio E10k but unfortunately the seller told me it does not support android. So in your opinion the headset itself is suffice enough for the sound quality alone?

Any sellers you would recommend? i am still doing my research on this

This post has been edited by SilverCrimz: May 13 2015, 12:30 PM

If Fiio you can take a look on E17, E18, or TEAC or OPPO

But I will recommend you to get a DAP(Digital Audio Player) instead.

ok thanks for the recommendation. The reason i chose e10k initially was due to the pricing that fit my budget. Any recommendations that is around the price range of 200++?

Price is the same. Oppo products are price controlled by oppo themselves so any retailer is fine. Starspicker, E1, anyone. Haha.

I think 200++ don't have unless 2nd hand from garage sales

This is an expensive hobby, I so regret

thanks guys for the recommendations. Will look them up

Another thing, is there any place i can find a headset casing that fits thr 598?

last time I use Hippo Case large for my hd 595, dunno if Jaben still selling them.

I guess I'll play along and pretend to be a sifu... What DAC are you planning on pairing the amp?

The sky is the limit.

Chord Hugo is also very nice with the HD-800. As does the Cavalli Liquid Gold.

No recommendation for the DNA Stratus?

Those you recommended are very modest.

If your budget can really stretch and patience to wait for a minimum of 5 months to get it build, I'd still say it's abit of luck, not everyone like 2A3 power tubes lack of low end power but nice on the top.

Certain names I have not listed despite its price tag, are not exactly the best for the HD800 like the WA5, liquid LAu.

Had a go at the new Momentum 2.0 Wireless in BSC.

Hands down physical appeal is a true killer. Plush earcups & retro design especially the Ivory pair.

Connected to my Note 4 over bluetooth so should be on APT-X. Lows are pretty defined but I don't feel the same about the highs and mids especially. Separation didn't seem to match up to the price tag.

Anyone tried the new momentum wireless?

Hoping that the sound quality will improve with longer use

Guys, I've been using CX 300-II Precision for about 4 years, the earphones are very good for its price point.

I'm planning to upgrade to new Sennheiser earphones or headphones with the same characteristic of the old one. Any recommendation?

any hd595 user here? im currently have both hd595 and hd555.. hmmm but i dont powered any of these with amp.. any amp recommendation for this two cans? btw i have fiio E7 .. is it sufficient to powered the hd595?

budget?

if you ask me, as long as you are happy with the current ones, no point going up

yes, sufficient

but if u ask me, why not sell both and get a 600 or 650? Is totally different league, my 2 sens

Probably around RM200-300, I was thinking to buy a new CX 300-II since I'm loving it very much.

i wont go anywhere with that

if you ask me due to how music equipment works, i notice a small upgrade wont bring you much to musical nirvana. but you could go to shops and try first.

another one i think is the momentum, not too bad but i think it was slightly above your budget

Anyone have idea how long does HD800 need to burn in?

Apparently, Momentum In-Ear sounds very good and I like it. It's around RM400-500.

But, Jaben doesn't have stock. Don't know why Sennheiser always give them so little stock.