I’ve generally found that people with better hearing (usually younger) prefer slow roll-off as opposed to sharp roll-off. Sharp roll-off is typically what I find that “audiophiles” prefer, and they’re usually older folks…
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I’m 39 and can still hear up to 18.5 KHz. Not sure how considering I’ve played drums for 18 years and bass for 12 years in 3 different bands…went to a ton of concerts my entire life… and served in loud combat experiences in the Marine Corps. I should be freaking deaf.
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That’s a blessing, and a miracle considering all of those experiences!
Thank you for your service.
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I have some crazy bad luck, but definitely good luck with my hearing. 
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I also somehow kept my hearing with 18.5 tested (43years young)
Was years(over a decade)in front of the stage on many concerts as security, worked at the door and behind the counter in some clubs
Build crazy car audio setups with monster(bad) Sound
…
All without hearing protection
My parents both hear quite bad(since they were around 55-60)and did nothing bad to the ears- so maybe have
15 years left if I come after them
Now I listen to not higher as 80-85 db and hope it helps
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Of course there was no listing to be found for the two weeks I was looking for a used one. The second I buy one for $420 on ebay (with upgraded knob and caps), I see that $350 one from Head-Fi the very next day. In the end I may have taken the upgraded one anyway, but it’s just funny how there were none listed when I wanted one. 
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I’m very happy with my RNHP. I’m using the Topping DX7 Pro right now as a DAC only.
I could still probably get $400 for the DX7 Pro used if I sold it. Is there any DAC that pairs well with RNHP (must be USB) over the DX7 Pro that would be worth going through the trouble?
The bifrost 2 is pretty sweet actually, if you want a bit more fun and impressive spatial recreation
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Researching now. Thanks!
I think the RNHP pairs well with ANY dac.
I think it’s more a matter of what you’re looking for sonically.
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Was looking at this the other day. Watched currawongs review. Wonder how much of an upgrade over the smsl su-8…
I would say pretty noticeable. Dac upgrades are never that large until you get to the real big buck range, but I would say its worth for sure
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Well, I mean, it can also expose the flaws of poor dacs too lol, so you might want to set some standard of quality
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Once I get settled with the rnhp and crack over my thx and darkvoice it’ll probably be my next upgrade.
Mon, I predict my RNHP/Bifrost stack will become a community favorite! 
(No, I don’t have the Bifrost yet).
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Get on it then man lol
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Rupert taking a schiit on some other gear
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Damned family with their needs… 
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I wonder if I can popularize the May KTE and rnhp stack, it’s pretty sweet 
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Possibly, but it’s a little more pricey.