I figured, many HFG discussions revolve around what’s the best for x,y,z or what fits my criteria for an upgrade, so I wanted to know,
What headphones, iems, earbuds, or any audio equipment that you bought in the past that just wasn’t that great, but you still enjoyed and remembered them.
What I really enjoyed but knew wasn’t the best,
- Sony xb500 - for BASS.
Had to get used to how muddy and dark they sounded and I still have them in a box somewhere, but I really enjoyed them when they were in rotation.
- Yuin Ok3 - Earbuds for bike rides
I would ride my bike with these on since there wasn’t any isolation. Really enjoyed how they sound and kind of want another pair but they weren’t perfect. They always flew off my ears.
- sony xb950 - I miss these.
They were meh but they were so convenient and I didn’t have to worry about taking good care of them. Got drunk and broke them…
- aiaiai tma-1 - dark and muffled
Had a price tag that was too high. Still have them and I still don’t understand why I kept them. Abused these and have had them covered in paint and scuffs. Btr3 clipped to the headband gave these new life as beater headphones that will be sure to slip off your head.
- Pioneer sa-1000 - stereo amp.
My first amplifier. Had to have it repaired a couple times by the people who sold it to me. Made my speaker sound great and even did a great job on my dt880s giving it warmth and a tube like character. This was when I hit my first “endgame.” Now it sits in storage. It wasn’t perfect, but I miss how it sounds. Especially with my turntable connected to it.
It’s funny how I now have better sounding headphones and equipment but I still kind of miss how those old pieces made me feel.
Have any sentimental pieces of equipment or ones that bring back a bit of nostalgia?
Happy new year HFG community!