http://www.head-fi.org/forums/ en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:44:26 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.head-fi.org/forums/images/headfi/misc/rss.jpg http://www.head-fi.org/forums/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/micro-stack-vs-desktop-amp-dac-456670/ Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:06:16 GMT I'm looking into picking up a DAC and an amp and stumbled upon these 2 options. I'm not really tech savvy so I'm wondering what the big differences between the two of these are and if the Desktop offers a large SQ improvement over the Micro stack.

I'm in Canada, so after conversion/taxes/border fees/shipping, the prices of each option with appropriate interconnects (coaxial cable for Desktop, Coaxial and mini to mini for Micro stack) looks something like this (final price will be in range given, depending on border fees it will vary):

- HeadRoom Desktop Amp/DAC w/ Interconnects: $1320-$1400
- HeadRoom Micro Stack w/ Interconnects: $875-$900

So my question is, is the HR Desktop option REALLY worth that extra $500, or is it just a slight improvement? I really don't understand the componentry, so I'm just curious of what the major differences are as far as SQ and such goes. ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum Necrolic http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/micro-stack-vs-desktop-amp-dac-456670/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/cardas-hd800-cords-stock-headroom-456334/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:43:27 GMT Hi All, We have Cardas Audio / Sennheiser HD800 headphone replacement cables in-stock now at HeadRoom!!! Cardas cords are available in XLR,... Hi All,

We have Cardas Audio / Sennheiser HD800 headphone replacement cables in-stock now at HeadRoom!!!

Cardas cords are available in XLR, 1/4", and 1/8" [3.5mm; mini-plug] terminations, in varied lengths, and all feature the custom HD800 connectors.

WOW-Amazing Sound! ... The Cardas proprietary heavy gold-plated XLR 3-pin connectors are beefy, superbly engineered, and perfectly finished! :jecklinsmile:

They'll all be up on our Headphone.com website as soon as possible; Meanwhile, please feel free to call HeadRoom sales team for information or purchase. :smile:

Cheers,
Jorge
HR Service/Sales Manager ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum JorgeC http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/cardas-hd800-cords-stock-headroom-456334/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/total-bithead-windows-7-a-456287/ Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:56:40 GMT I've had my total bithead for several months now and it has served me great under my laptop running vista. Now that I have built a desktop with Win 7 a few issues are emerging. Whenever it is idling and nothing is running I can hear a medium pitched tone come through. If I then switch to battery mode it fixes for about 5 seconds, then a static builds up, starting at a low pitch getting higher and louder until the red overload switch is lit.

90% of the time so far has been gaming. Some games are fine, however others, like Crysis, require constant flicking between battery and usb power every few minutes to remove loud artifacts that build up.

Is this a driver issue, and are there any troubleshooting steps to solve it?

Thanks ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum Lobe http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/total-bithead-windows-7-a-456287/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/need-attenuator-between-micro-dac-amp-456227/ Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:50:53 GMT I'm enjoying my recently acquired ultra micro stack at work, but the amp is clobbering my ER4S. I can't get the volume past 9 o'clock on the low gain. Can someone recommend a line level attenuator I can fit between the dac and amp? The Harrison Labs RCAs from HeadRoom work awesome in my home setup but fitting these between two mini plugs would be a mess of wires/adapters. Will any of the 1/8" impedance adapters for phones work in this case? ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum ert http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/need-attenuator-between-micro-dac-amp-456227/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/does-anyone-remember-what-headroom-rated-455965/ Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:52:15 GMT ... the beyerdynamic DT 250-250 and DT 250-80 when they carried them (which I believe they once did)? Thanks! ... the beyerdynamic DT 250-250 and DT 250-80 when they carried them (which I believe they once did)? Thanks! ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum priest http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/does-anyone-remember-what-headroom-rated-455965/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/some-suggestions-your-next-mobile-amps-454962/ Wed, 11 Nov 2009 02:42:00 GMT I just got my TAH a bit more than a week ago, and I am absolutely pleased with it. First real amp (had a Fiio E5)... After using it for this period,... I just got my TAH a bit more than a week ago, and I am absolutely pleased with it. First real amp (had a Fiio E5)...
After using it for this period, I do have some suggestions...firstly, I would very much like it if the line-in jack is on the same side as the controls (headphone-out). By using an LOD with my IPC inside a small carrying bag, I have found that controlling the volume is quite an effort because the control side is facing down (so when I open the bag, the line-in side is facing me, and I have to reach my finger all the way down). I had to rebuild the LOD so that the controls face me.
Secondly, I do find the volume wheel a bit too loose. Is it possible to make it a bit tighter (I.E. harder to turn)?
Last but not least, I would like to see possibilities of self-upgrading (changing the OPA myself, for one).
I understand that this may increase the cost (and price) per unit, but I believe these changes will make the next TAH (or TBH) an absolute delight.
Thanks. ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum 3602 http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/some-suggestions-your-next-mobile-amps-454962/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/portable-package-section-454700/ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:39:45 GMT Is it just me or is this section empty? HeadRoom Packages | HeadRoom Audio (http://www.headphone.com/packages/portable-packages.php) I kinda want... Is it just me or is this section empty?
HeadRoom Packages | HeadRoom Audio
I kinda want to see these (small) packages that HR has to offer. Very satisfied with my TAH (wrote two E-mails to Jorge if he remembers), looking to upgrade (and purchase from HR again) in the future. ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum 3602 http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/portable-package-section-454700/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/ms-series-headroom-454610/ Mon, 09 Nov 2009 01:38:38 GMT Is this possible? Many people here like Alessandro headphones, so it's a valid option.

The only issues are dealing with Alessandro Products (and Grado), and the similarity of the 2 product lines.

I would definitely buy Alessandro Headphones at Headroom!!!
:beerchug: ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum iHelp http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/ms-series-headroom-454610/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/website-gives-probably-false-trojan-alert-454054/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:44:20 GMT Kapersky Internet Security 2010 reports that www.headphone.com/scripts/thickbox-compressed.js is a trojan (specifically... Kapersky Internet Security 2010 reports that www.headphone.com/scripts/thickbox-compressed.js is a trojan (specifically trojan-downloader.js.Iframe.bxv).

I know it is most likely a false alarm but I figured someone might want to know (as it may deter people who dont know what a good name headroom is).


Cheers. ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum MrGreen http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/website-gives-probably-false-trojan-alert-454054/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/astrodyne-switching-power-supply-my-ultra-micro-stack-454024/ Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:55:38 GMT I was wondering about the advantages of this upgrade. Has this been a worthwhile path for you? Thoughts or links. I was wondering about the advantages of this upgrade. Has this been a worthwhile path for you? Thoughts or links. ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum markmaxx http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/astrodyne-switching-power-supply-my-ultra-micro-stack-454024/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/desktop-amp-600-ohm-headphones-453700/ Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:58:11 GMT Just want to make sure that the Headroom Desktop amp with desktop power supply can sufficiently power the beyerdynamic 600 ohm headphones, or would... Just want to make sure that the Headroom Desktop amp with desktop power supply can sufficiently power the beyerdynamic 600 ohm headphones, or would it be better to go with the 250 ohm version of the DT880?

Anyone have experience using this amp with the 600 ohm versions of the beyerdynamics?

I have the 250 ohm DT990 Pro and it sounds good (thanks Mike O. for the Max module upgrade) but now I'm curious about the DT880. I think it's worth trying out as another alternative to the HD650. ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum rpaul http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/desktop-amp-600-ohm-headphones-453700/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/hr-ultradesktop-gain-switch-denon-7000-a-453504/ Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:49:41 GMT Hi Which position of the gain switch is the best for the Denon 7000? Medium or High? For me The medium position is awesome but the high has more... Hi
Which position of the gain switch is the best for the Denon 7000?
Medium or High?

For me The medium position is awesome but the high has more impact. ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum Dr. Robert http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/hr-ultradesktop-gain-switch-denon-7000-a-453504/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/getting-bloggish-453361/ Sun, 01 Nov 2009 15:58:05 GMT Hi Y'all.

Website writing is winding down finally, and we're into refining and polishing mode. So, over the past week I've started to blog in earnest, and I'd like to invite you all over to peruse and comment.

Right Between Your Ears

I think you'll get a kick out of my latest post on a very cool little audio acoustics tester and building a cheap headphone measurement capability.

There are only two types of articles that I'm certain will be appearing regularly for the first year or so:

• In depth comparative headphone reviews. This will be a review of the best cans of a certain type and price point. The current post is about $100 sealed headphones.
• In depth reviews of HeadRoom products; possibly called "The Anatomy of an AirHead" or Micro Amp, or Ultra Desktop. Basically, this is a series of in-depth reviews of our products.

This thread is an opportunity for you to suggest or criticize posts in the semi-privacy of this forum area. But I'd love for you to comment in the blog as you feel moved to do so.

So, here's your chance to speak up and help me refine the posting that will show up Right Between Your Ears.

I'm listening.




. ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum Tyll Hertsens http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/getting-bloggish-453361/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/pre-amps-opas-inside-total-airhead-453319/ Sun, 01 Nov 2009 03:54:45 GMT I don't want to open it up and void any applicable warranty.
What is the pre-amp chip and power-amp chip inside the Total Airhead? And what is (are) the chip(s) that realise Crossfeed? How does the clipping indicator know that the amp is clipping? If you (HeadRoom) cannot answer because of some industrial secret, please reply so and I won't ask any further.:beerchug: ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum 3602 http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/pre-amps-opas-inside-total-airhead-453319/ http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/source-options-ultra-micro-dac-453198/ Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:16:35 GMT I just bought a used Ultra micro stack from a friend, (it should be here Monday) I was going to use it with my Laptop PC. from the USB port like... I just bought a used Ultra micro stack from a friend, (it should be here Monday)

I was going to use it with my Laptop PC. from the USB port like my Total bithead. But.

I have read a little about sourcing Dac's and it seems the USB port may not be the ultimate source.

What are the other options? ie. Apple has an optical out on there laptops?

Portable DVD with optical out?

The Wada I Pod (thing that can take the digital signal from the I Pod before it goes through the internal dac of the I Pod)

More info please. Thanks in advance. ]]> HeadRoom Premier Sponsor Forum markmaxx http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f77/source-options-ultra-micro-dac-453198/