fpiki Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 We've created this tool called a Piki to help people find the headphones that are right for them, based on their preferences and priorities. We're trying to make the tool comprehensive so that people seeking info on headphones can get all the facts about the things they're looking into. You can check out lists already made by contributors or customize your own settings to get things just right. Check out our headphones Piki here: http://headphones.pikimal.com/ We'd really like it if any of the regulars here could check out our tool and let us know if you have any ideas to make it better. We know using the right pair of headphones is essential to a good listening experience and with your help we can make this Piki the perfect place to start your search. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swt61 Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 I'll compromise. I'll check out your tool if you check out mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emooze Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 How is this different from what Headroom already offers with their selection guides? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fpiki Posted March 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 I think you could see it as different in that you not only enter what you want, but how important each aspect is, and the algorithm figures out a list for you. In some cases, that can balance out one product being very good in one area and average in others with another product that's above average across the board. If you set one facet a little higher in importance, you'll see the headphones that excel in that area rise to the top without being distracted by easily-hyped features. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pars Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 Took a quick look. Meh Sound Quality is divided up into Freq. Response, Sensitivity (?), THD (text isn't clear as it is labeled High THD?) and Impedance. I don't think Impedance really plays a roll in sound quality (unless your device pukes trying to drive it). Same with Sensitivity. Pretty useless IMHO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GPH Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 So far, your algorithm sucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fpiki Posted March 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 What kind of subcategories would you say we should divide Sound Quality into? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aardvark baguette Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 Steve Holt and Circumaural Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyll Hertsens Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 Steve Holt and Circumaural Hey! Don't forget orange. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aura Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 I'll compromise. I'll check out your tool if you check out mine. too late i have dibs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikongod Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 too late i have dibs From what I hear there is enough of the tice for both of you to share. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manaox2 Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 No STAX, this thing is worthless. I went for sound quality only and the entire list is crappy earbuds and DJ phones. Your algorithm really does blow. BOSE quiet comfort is #9, Sennheiser HD650 is #29. Crazy bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fpiki Posted March 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 So is the problem that we're missing some really good choices or that the good ones are too low on the list? We try to get our data straight from manufacturers and for a simple one-value comparison we just rank them in order. Do you think someone on their end is fudging numbers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Monkey Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 Frankly, I think you would get more direction at headfi.com. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Craig Sawyers Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 So is the problem that we're missing some really good choices or that the good ones are too low on the list? We try to get our data straight from manufacturers and for a simple one-value comparison we just rank them in order. Do you think someone on their end is fudging numbers? Um - how about filling in your profile so we have some idea who the hell you are? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diebenkorn Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 Algorithmically speaking which algorithm is best for people who want to not answer questions posited by someone who can understand that certain forums will not answer their questions even though they are persistent and keep asking questions that people are not answering? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tyll Hertsens Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 Algorithmically speaking which algorithm is best for people who want to not answer questions posited by someone who can understand that certain forums will not answer their questions even though they are persistent and keep asking questions that people are not answering? 42 ... I think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diebenkorn Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 So long and thanks for all the headphones! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asr Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 I charge $100/idea. If you want free ideas go somewhere else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duggeh Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 (edited) I love internet ventures which are based on a "you who have the slightest fucking clue which I dont have: do my work and I'll rake in the money, maybe." model. Edited March 21, 2011 by Duggeh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pars Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 ^ Indeed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
recstar24 Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 Frankly, I think you would get more direction at headfi.com. Good luck. I concur. I actually do think the clientele at headfi could provide plenty of input on your formula and would like a tool such as yours that will help with their purchasing decision without them really having to think about it too much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DefectiveAudioComponent Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 I bet that this retarded piki was only posted here to get one more link to itself, to feed Google. Or whatever search machine that is the latest fashion to use. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boomana Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 Have you actually ever listened to any of the headphones you'll be recommending? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acidbasement Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 What duggeh said. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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