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pkelly500 t1_j9ui3uu wrote

Reply to comment by GarugaHunter in Hifiman Edition XS and Moondrop Venus - Mid-fi Meh by slooploop2

BINGO. The Edition XS has nice clarity, detail and soundstage. But the note weight is so thin compared to listening to an Audeze LCD-2C or LCD-X 2021 or any Dan Clark Audio planar under $1,000.

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GarugaHunter t1_j9uidfs wrote

Again, I’ve totally fixed that with EQ, planars take it quite well.

I wouldn’t say it lacks substance, just needs more oomph from the bass range.

I’ll also add, the headphones benefited a lot from a good DAC and Amplifier

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pkelly500 t1_j9vt828 wrote

Well aware. I own Audeze planars, which have far better bass both stock and with EQ than HiFiMan.

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GarugaHunter t1_j9vwu05 wrote

I don’t doubt that, but the XS and those planars are at completely different price points.

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pkelly500 t1_j9wefw6 wrote

Not really. Dan Clark Aeon Open X are $429 at Drop. Audeze LCD-X can be purchased new on Black Friday for $450 and used for $450-500 year-round.

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facts_guy2020 t1_j9xbq6s wrote

Dan clark open headphones sound closed

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pkelly500 t1_j9zb3qz wrote

If you want soundstage and clarity, go for the Edition XS. If you want sub-bass and note weight, go for the Dan Clarks.

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facts_guy2020 t1_ja1baee wrote

I already have edition xs and find them boring to listen to

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pkelly500 t1_ja5pe2d wrote

Yep. The Edition XS is more clinical than enjoyable. Still a super headphone for $500 if you seek clarity and soundstage more than energy.

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