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Daugdaug_ OP t1_j23iv6s wrote

Might do an upgrade soon. Which would you say is the weakest link in my set-up?

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schmeagles96 t1_j23sa5s wrote

Definitely the headphones, but if you are happy with the X2HRs, then you can rock this setup until something breaks. I recently upgraded from the X2HRs to the LCD X 2021s while it was heavily discounted during Black Friday, but I think I made that decision more because I felt a "need" to buy something new rather than feeling like the X2HRs weren't getting the job done.

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StrategicPotato t1_j24ccbc wrote

Outside of the cup hinges are the X2's honestly even capable of breaking? Those things are built like military grade machinery compared to most headphones lol

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thejewk t1_j253f70 wrote

I've been using my X2HRs for years now, and the only noticeable difference is the pad depth. Love them.

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I-live t1_j25bygj wrote

Military grade isn't necessarily a good thing but these headphones look sturdy 👌

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this_isntmy_bestwork t1_j245zd1 wrote

Eh I have that setup, the k5 pro has enough power for most stuff unless you want to try balanced output. I just ordered the k7 because I'd like the option to use balanced outputs for the Hifiman planars I also have.

My gripe with that headphone is it has this sibilance I just can't get used to with music. If I'm watching movies I never notice it so I do use them for movies.

I'd say if you are happy with them just stick with what you have. If you want to try something different you could try planers but those will usually have less bass punch so they will sound very very different then the Phillips headphones..

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StrategicPotato t1_j24c2wb wrote

Depends, do you really enjoy the X2? If you do then I would just stay satisfied with them for now.

Personally, I always thought they were too heavy and really a muffled mess in the year I that used them (first real headphones after gaming headsets). I primarily upgraded for comfort reasons. But the HD660s and K702 were such a dramatic improvement both objectively and to my tuning preference that I now wish I could just get rid of the X2's if it was even worth it lol

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The_Incredible_Rook t1_j24j69i wrote

GRIS soundtrack, respect! Most underrated game soundtrack in the world.

If you wanna upgrade something, definitely upgrade the headphones.

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spezi7 t1_j24s179 wrote

I actually have the same headphones. I wouldn't say they are a weak link, especially because they are very well built and super comfy if you upgrade them with Dekoni Choice pads. But I think that they benefit greatly from EQing, you could give that a try if you haven't yet. The stock sound was too muffled for my taste.

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