Does this cable exist?

craftyhack · March 27, 2019

On 4/27/2018 at 11:55 AM, James said:

I actually don't think this will work because the channel you've got to plug the mono ends into is narrow. I'd need a slim design one like this:

https://www.amazon.com/ARTMK-Auxiliary-Stereo-Compatible-Smartphone/dp/B01N081ATW/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1524848071&sr=8-5&keywords=3.5mm+slim

Before I get yelled at, I am necroposting this because this was one of the first search results that came up in google when I was looking for a solution to the exact same issue you had, but the thread didn't have a good solution posted, so I want to fix that. Also, maybe you gave up on a cheaper replacement but maintained your principles and didn't pay the $40 and still need a cable?

There are several options on Amazon, you can find them by searching for cables compatible with Focal Elear, Hifiman, HE4XX, HE-400i (The Latest Version with Both 3.5mm Plug), Denon D7100, v-moda crossfade, and MANY more. I gave a few options because I ALSO found the exact same cables in seperate listings with different pricing (and you might find amazon warehouse deal to save a few more $ like I did on one of them). I already have this one: https://smile.amazon.com/NEOMUSICIA-Replacement-upgrade-AH-D600-Headphone/dp/B01LYS3MM8 and can confirm compatibility is excellent. My stock cable is fine, but I HATE the ribbon rubber cable, it is like it is engineered to get caught on stuff. This replacement is much better made IMHO, and I don't notice any difference in sound. Note that the earcup plugs are not angled, but this turned into a feature for me, and now it is easier for me to have the headphone cable hanging behind me instead of in front of me so it doesn't get in the way. That said, the cables are flexible enough to make routing the cable like a normal person no problem as well. This one has mono plugs like stock.

This is another option that I just ordered because I wanted the longer cable, it has stereo plugs on the ear cup side. Based on the design of these cables/plugs they should work fine, and this has been confirmed by users on HeadFi, so I am sure they will be fine: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01J9WGDQO

If you are looking for ultimate savings, these are the cheapest I found at $9, but I could find nothing about quality, and these don't come with the 1/4" adapter that I need, but they should do the job: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B077ZH9Z94

Some bonus stuff for Sine users:

1) I have replace the stock ear pads with these, and they are MUCH more comfortable in my case. This is due to 1) a deeper pad allowing (in my case) for these to become over ear instead of on ear, which makes them sound much better due to better seal, and 2) they are deeper and softer also enhancing the long term comfort. Note that ear fit is obviously different for everyone, there are other options over on headfi I can link to if anyone is interested: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B078KTQ2R4

2) after trying the hard case that audeze recommends, where it is $40 and doesn't fit the Sine well (it was designed for the EL-8's), after much research I found this wonderful case that is perfect, and it is only $7 (I paid $12 2 weeks ago and thought it was a steal). There is already a review from another Sine user with pics of the fit, I posted one here for convenience. WAY better than the Audeze OEM option: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IZ9ZJ9Y

James · March 29, 2019

On 3/26/2019 at 9:51 PM, craftyhack said:

Before I get yelled at, I am necroposting this because this was one of the first search results that came up in google when I was looking for a solution to the exact same issue you had, but the thread didn't have a good solution posted, so I want to fix that. Also, maybe you gave up on a cheaper replacement but maintained your principles and didn't pay the $40 and still need a cable?

There are several options on Amazon, you can find them by searching for cables compatible with Focal Elear, Hifiman, HE4XX, HE-400i (The Latest Version with Both 3.5mm Plug), Denon D7100, v-moda crossfade, and MANY more. I gave a few options because I ALSO found the exact same cables in seperate listings with different pricing (and you might find amazon warehouse deal to save a few more $ like I did on one of them). I already have this one:  https://smile.amazon.com/NEOMUSICIA-Replacement-upgrade-AH-D600-Headphone/dp/B01LYS3MM8 and can confirm compatibility is excellent. My stock cable is fine, but I HATE the ribbon rubber cable, it is like it is engineered to get caught on stuff. This replacement is much better made IMHO, and I don't notice any difference in sound. Note that the earcup plugs are not angled, but this turned into a feature for me, and now it is easier for me to have the headphone cable hanging behind me instead of in front of me so it doesn't get in the way. That said, the cables are flexible enough to make routing the cable like a normal person no problem as well. This one has mono plugs like stock.

This is another option that I just ordered because I wanted the longer cable, it has stereo plugs on the ear cup side. Based on the design of these cables/plugs they should work fine, and this has been confirmed by users on HeadFi, so I am sure they will be fine:  https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01J9WGDQO

If you are looking for ultimate savings, these are the cheapest I found at $9, but I could find nothing about quality, and these don't come with the 1/4" adapter that I need, but they should do the job:  https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B077ZH9Z94

Some bonus stuff for Sine users:

1) I have replace the stock ear pads with these, and they are MUCH more comfortable in my case. This is due to 1) a deeper pad allowing (in my case) for these to become over ear instead of on ear, which makes them sound much better due to better seal, and 2) they are deeper and softer also enhancing the long term comfort. Note that ear fit is obviously different for everyone, there are other options over on headfi I can link to if anyone is interested:  https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B078KTQ2R4

2) after trying the hard case that audeze recommends, where it is $40 and doesn't fit the Sine well (it was designed for the EL-8's), after much research I found this wonderful case that is perfect, and it is only $7 (I paid $12 2 weeks ago and thought it was a steal). There is already a review from another Sine user with pics of the fit, I posted one here for convenience. WAY better than the Audeze OEM option:  https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IZ9ZJ9Y

You're a legend!

I'm totally getting those ear pads!

craftyhack · March 29, 2019

2 hours ago, James said:

You're a legend!

I'm totally getting those ear pads!

Happy to help! Here is a pic showing the difference, the pad on the right is the aurvana pad, the pad on the left is a bluecell replacement pad (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B009SFASAA) I saw recommended in several threads because it is more comfortable than the relatively stiff stock pads (I don't have the stock pads to show). The bluecells are close to the same dimensions as the stock pads (almost same internal circumference)... you can see how much more room there is with the aurvana pads. How they work out for you depends on your ears of course :).