Phil's Superpower of Enthusiasm
A place to write about things I enjoy, for my own edification. Headphones, audio gear, albums, whiskey, wine, golden retrievers etc.
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Lawyer, unabashed nerd and geek. Purveyor and pusher of excellent sci-fi/fantasy, good food, and repartee. He/him. Dog dad/servant to @Goldendenali.
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The review reflects on the Audeze LCD-2.2 pf headphones, a vintage model praised for its sound quality and detail, particularly after applying EQ adjustments. Though heavy, they offer excellent soundstage, bass, and instrument separation. The reviewer recommends them for enthusiasts who appreciate vintage audio gear. Value is noted at under $500.
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The Hadenys are a great headphone, and a worthy successor now that Focal is deprecating the Elex and Clear models, though I would like to see more competitive pricing (and they’re moving in the right direction). – 7 out of 10 Denalis without consideration of cost – 5 out of 10 Denalis with.
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The Hifiman Sundara, priced at $179 new, impresses for its performance in the competitive open-back headphone market. Although four years old, it is well-tuned, with a neutral sound and great detail retrieval. The headphones excel with simpler tracks, though comfort could improve. A potential update would be highly anticipated.
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The Capra Audio Satyr 3 is a DIY headphone project that combines 3D printing with soldering, making it accessible for those curious about headphone modding. Priced around $60, it offers impressive sound quality, particularly in the midrange and treble. Capra provides comprehensive resources and support, making it a rewarding venture for enthusiasts.
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A question that pops up frequently on headphone Subreddits and forums is whether it’s better to take an active, active noise canceling (ANC) headphone like a Sennheiser Momentum 4 and use it wired (losslessly) via the included 3.5 mm analog cable or listen to it via (lossy) Bluetooth. To the point where I wrote a…
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The Hifiman Sundara, priced at $179 new, impresses for its performance in the competitive open-back headphone market. Although four years old, it is well-tuned, with a neutral sound and great detail retrieval. The headphones excel with simpler tracks, though comfort could improve. A potential update would be highly anticipated.
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2025 was an interesting year in music. My total listening didn’t drop, but like 2024 I didn’t spend as much time with “new” music; my listening patterns (listening mostly via Roon) mean that a lot of my “new” music is new to me, rather than newly released. I think I might do two lists this…
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The Hifiman Sundara, priced at $179 new, impresses for its performance in the competitive open-back headphone market. Although four years old, it is well-tuned, with a neutral sound and great detail retrieval. The headphones excel with simpler tracks, though comfort could improve. A potential update would be highly anticipated.
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