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Post by solderdude on Jun 25, 2017 19:53:17 GMT
The THx00 is a less exaggerated version of the TH900. It is said to have a slightly different driver from the THx00's The TH900 has more bass, even more than the PH and a lot more (spikey/sizzly) treble. TH-X00 is the more balanced sounding and the TH900 the more fun sounding. The TH900mk2 is a bit more in between leaning towards the THx00PH.
In the TH900 its all 'bout da bass.
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Post by Rabbit on Jun 25, 2017 20:00:25 GMT
To me though, the treble is its weakness. The bass doesn't seem as 'full' as say the Senn on Kameleon. There's a lot of mid bass but it's not as deep to me as the graphs suggest. The high spikes are more glaring actually.
I thought perhaps the th-x00 might have a lot in common.
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Post by solderdude on Jun 25, 2017 20:06:05 GMT
The TH900 has more midbass/lower mids than the THx00 which is more linear. Also the THx00 has less treble but still peaks, just not as much. The Dekoni pads help in the treble bass area for sure. Some toiletpaper in front of the TH900 driver is likely to help reduce that peak.
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Post by Rabbit on Jun 25, 2017 20:12:27 GMT
Thanks Frans. I'll give it a go.
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Post by jello on Nov 19, 2017 21:23:51 GMT
Grrr.Fostex and their **** poor gimbals. I'd read that they'd improved things since the Denon DxK days. If they have then it's not a huge improvement. Noticed when I stuck my TH-X00 on tonight that the right side felt quite loose and clacky sounding. Took them off and the silver cap on the top of the gimbal (that swivels & connects headband to cup bracket) was sitting a bit proud with its threads visibly exposed. Was able to tighten it back up and whilst not a difficult job per se it is a bit fiddly. Requires the removal of the wooden cup (held by 4 small screws that sit in the recessed pad mounting slots...tip: put them in a little tub as they're very easily misplaced!!) and then tightening up a small black screw that isn't all that easily accessible with a straight handled screwdriver, unless the entire driver assembly is also removed (best avoided). A small right angled screwdriver would definitely be helpful for this. Thankfully they have at least used regular Philips screws rather than anything more exotic. Seems solid enough for now but do wonder if it's a matter of time before starts to work its way out again. Whilst I think some threadlock might be beneficial my concerns are: i) it might prevent the cups from swivelling properly ii) the gimbal almost feels like it is spring loaded, so perhaps removing the screw to apply threadlock could result in tiny springs, washers etc. flying all over the place and either getting lost or prove difficult to reassemble? Pretty disappointing considering the cost of these. You'd expect a $500 USD headphone to have a modicum of durability and not fall apart after circa 50-60 hours of careful use. Ah well, on the bright side they do at least they sound very good
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Post by starence on Nov 23, 2017 13:01:20 GMT
I got my X00 from the first drop, and I've never had a problem. I've read so many reports of hinge trouble though that it's making me paranoid.
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Post by jello on Nov 23, 2017 17:41:21 GMT
I didn't have any problems with the pair I bought from the first drop either. Nor with my Denon AH-D2000 which I think were more prone to these sorts of issues. With the problem I had with my ebony pair it was fairly easily resolved. So long as you have good eyesight and a short pile carpet / hard floor to pick up any parts that are jettisoned if the worst happens....but with a shagpile rug then good luck as the parts are really small I decided against the idea of using threadlock to permanently fix the screw in place as I've subsequently read a couple of reports of people doing just that and subsequently having the screw snap on them. I'd imagine it would nigh on impossible to remove if that happened so will just keep an eye on things and tighten up the gimbal if it starts working its way loose again. The best thing that Denon did with the AH-D7200 was to change the way the cups are fixed to the headband. Far more sturdy and secure. Just a shame that they also changed the shape of the headband resulting in poorer comfort for many...talk about throwing the baby out with the bathwater!! I used to get paranoid about this kind of thing too. But it spoils one's enjoyment so I figure I'll just enjoy my cans now and stress about things as / when a problem arises. Touch wood it won't.
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Post by jello on Mar 28, 2018 15:20:03 GMT
The hangers on the TH-X00 are attached to the ear cups (or rather the metal frame that houses the wooden cups) using a chrome plated metal shaft. On the inside of the cup this shaft is locked in place by a small thread locked metal ring like the one pictured here: www.fullcompass.com/prod/284297-Fostex-8204094030Does anyone know if these rings are applied by hand or is a tool needed to fit / remove them? Thanks for any pointers!
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Post by jello on Mar 28, 2018 19:34:53 GMT
Managed to fix my dodgy right gimbal today using some thread lock. Had seen it mentioned on SBAF that Foster use blue thread lock on the gimbals so decided that thread lock would be okay despite earlier reservations. But took Frans' advise and used the proper stuff rather than the blue version which he doesn't rate. Could have done with an extra pair of hands but otherwise not a difficult job, just make sure to have a pot to keep any screws safe. Did make one faux pas though and that was refitting the hanger the wrong way round (hard to tell when driver and cup removed) but fortunately the thread lock was not of the quick drying variety so easily sorted And despite the screws Foster using looking like philips screws it seems they are actually JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard) screws. Which probably explained why mine were starting to chew up a little when using a philips jewellers screwdriver in the past. Can highly recommend this quite inexpensive screw driver set: www.amazon.co.uk/Precision-Screwdriver-Electronics-Electronic-Appliances/dp/B01JKQ7GTC/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1522264837&sr=8-6&keywords=jis+screw+setThe bits are magnetised which proved a bit of a godsend for the TH-X00 as the screws that hold the wood cups in place sit in recessed holes which are hard to guide the screws into....and if you miss they invariably fall inwards and the only way to retrieve them is to disassemble any screws that are already fitted and then start over again. That gets old fast I can tell you!! The bit needed is J0 for the 4 screws that hold the wood cups in place and the 4 screws that attach the driver assembly to the frame. I'd recommend removing both the wood cup and driver (left hanging suspended by the cable) in order to gain good access to the gimbal screw and to avoid any unhappy accidents with the thread lock. For the gimbal screw itself bit J0 or J1 both seemed to work okay for me. Not convinced my loose right gimbal screw actually had any thread lock applied. The left one clearly did though because that little sucker wouldn't budge an inch so have adapted an "if it ain't broke don't fix" approach with it. Allowing 24 hours drying time and then looking forward to using the TH-X00 again as I'd more or less shelved it for fear of gimbal parts flying off without warning!!
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Post by jello on Apr 7, 2018 10:58:58 GMT
Well my case of gimbalitis appears to have been cured. The screw holding the right gimbal in place now seems firmly set and the spring loaded chrome nut on the top remains perfectly flush with the gimbal. None of the usual springiness I was experiencing shortly after tightening the screw up without the use of thread lock. This really is a fine sounding headphone and the sub bass is quite addictive. And so much nicer to listen to when there isn't that little worm of doubt wriggling around at the back of one's mind
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Post by twgib on Jun 9, 2018 16:40:59 GMT
The THx00 is a less exaggerated version of the TH900. It is said to have a slightly different driver from the THx00's The TH900 has more bass, even more than the PH and a lot more (spikey/sizzly) treble. TH-X00 is the more balanced sounding and the TH900 the more fun sounding. The TH900mk2 is a bit more in between leaning towards the THx00PH. In the TH900 its all 'bout da bass. How does the THX00 respond to the dekoni pads? I find the stock pads uncomfortable. Does it raise the treble a bit or soften the bass? Thanks!
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Post by solderdude on Jun 9, 2018 19:11:24 GMT
Never heard or tested any Dekoni pads. From what I read here and there the pads always change tonality of the headphones in question. Usually not for the better.
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Post by twgib on Jun 10, 2018 0:04:49 GMT
Never heard or tested any Dekoni pads. From what I read here and there the pads always change tonality of the headphones in question. Usually not for the better. Sorry, I quoted the incorrect message, didn't you say that the "Dakoni" pads helped tame the treble on one of these headphones, or is that just the TH900?
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Post by solderdude on Jun 10, 2018 7:06:55 GMT
No.. wasn't me for sure. Here might be some info.
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Post by psych0 on Jun 10, 2018 10:59:03 GMT
Changing pads on X00 is rather tricky from what i can gather. Most of my info is related to the EMU Teak, so it may not apply 100%
Some people like the Dekoni pads, most do not (for the X00, not in general). You also need the attenuation ring.
The ZMF pads have a much smaller impact on the sound - Ori and Eikon pads is what i've seen recommended. The lambskin is hyped, but their protein leather is very high quality and has some advantages (less heat, does not age).
I guess i should be glad because i find the stock pads very comfortable and any custom pads will change the sound.
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