You'd probably have better luck at Head-Fi on that query. I have a pair of LCD-2's that I like very much, but they are not without flaw. That said, they're one of the very best headphones I've heard. I cannot speak for the Fostex as I've not heard them.
Orthodynamic headphones, Anyone?
I am ordering the Fostex T50rp at a very ridiculous closed out price. There are so many controversary feebacks regarding the T 50rp since all ears are not created equally. Being a fan of ML for some 10/15 years, I want to see how these cans compare to the Senn HD650 and the AKG 702.
While the Aude'ze LCD2 is my next goal, I am wating for my T50rp patiently. Please throw a newbie some of your feedback.
While the Aude'ze LCD2 is my next goal, I am wating for my T50rp patiently. Please throw a newbie some of your feedback.
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Jax2...what headphone amp are you using with your LCD-2s? I use a Woo WA6SE maxxed. It has very good synergy with those cans, but it is quite literally the only amp I've personally tried as I only received my LCD-2's in late September. Wait time is current around 6 weeks if you preorder. I've not tried the Schitt Asgard nor the Burson. Schitt (pronounced how you'd hope not) is coming out with the Lyr amp which is a hybrid that is designed specifically with orthos in mind. They are currently taking preorders (just under $450 as I recall) and say they'll be shipping the first ones in March. I'm going to be trying another hybrid; the Apex Peak Volcano with the Audeze pretty soon. I'll post a review and comparison over on Headfi (I am "Jax" there). That amp is also a respected partner for LCD-2s. Other than the Woo, which is excellent, no other amp experience to share. The LCD-2s do a whole lot right. The only place I can fault them, and this is to my ears, is that they have a fairly dramatic shelving down starting at 1K. The highs can sound a bit recessed in that regard. OTOH, I've listened to cans that err in the opposite direction, like the original HE5, and they require a Costco sized bottle of Aspirin for the headaches that accompany them. Again, there is far far more input on the headphone-specific forums than you'll find here, especially on the Audeze. I'm sure the OP will find some input on the Fostex as well. As anything on Internet chat sites - take it with a bag of salt and make your own judgments with your own ears. |
I've read the comments of a few folks, including Skylab, who have liked the WA6 LCD-2 combination. The SE version has just a bit more power and I haven't found it lacking in any way, or with any type of music. They are certainly picky headphones as far as which amp to use from what I've read about them - there is a thread on Headfi just about which amp to use with LCD-2s. I've been told that either Sankar or Alex (partners who own Audeze) owns a WA6SE and uses it to show off the LCD2's at shows, among other amps. Don't quote me on that, but look into it if it interests you. |
For under $60.00, my firts half hours impression that the T20rp is one freaking amazing cans for Blues and Soft Jazz. The mid is amazing while I have to boost the treble up a few DBs. Bass in classic rocks is a bit bloating. It's indeed a left and right kind of sounds. Well, I am kind of like it: smooth and not one bit of harsh sound. I am sure after so many more hours, the T 20rp will be up there with the high price cans. My T 50rp is on the way and I probably do some mods to dampen the bass. Get some change to play around, I recommend these cans. |