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03-31-2006, 03:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Connectz
Can I just use a phillips screw driver and screw a screw into the plastic to make the holes? I don't have access to a drill at this time.
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how about using a nail + heating it up = push it thru?
file down the surface afterwards.
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05-08-2006, 07:27 AM
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mmmm did this all just now (not the quarter mod, yet) really wakes the KSC75s up 
dented the driver, corner of a piece of scotch tape worked dandy
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08-31-2006, 09:50 AM
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Headphoneus Supremus
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Well another credit to Kramer for this superb mod.
Just did it on my 24hours old Porta Pro. All I can say is that it really turn the can into something else trully enjoyable to listen to. Still warm but precise, Mids no longer masked as before. Oh the bass punch is even tighter - heavenly.
Oh ya, I am using Plantronics holed pads, beefier than the stock Porta Pro pads and the bonus is that I don't have to cut a hole - it's already there hahahaha.
I'll post pics tommorow for those interested.
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08-31-2006, 08:54 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Canada
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Originally Posted by kramer5150
The result is a more open, dynamic sound. Mids jump out and treble really sparkles. Theres some intense treble in these little drivers, but its not intense in terms of amplitude... its more dynamic and ambient sounding. Its like a layer of glitter on top of some stellar mids. Theres some real frequency separation now that was not present before. Cymbal crashes are more separate from upper midrange guitars and keyboards. Kick drum bass seems to be more "airy"... has more depth to it, as opposed to a solid "thud". The "thud" is still there, but theres a sense of air around theat fundamental note.
Koss has a real winner here. Its my humble oppinion that EVERY head-fi member should own these or at least demo them and give them a shot. For $15... man... I cant think of a better bargain in the entire audio industry... guitar audio, car audio, home theater... you name it... the KSC75 is a real gem!! and a SUPERB value.
Hope some of you find this useful... remember "buy low - mod high"!!
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I TOTALLY agree with you, these headphones are really something and when modded they are just plain incredible. The fact that they are so cheap just blows me away. When I first got them, I started to listen to my SR-80s less and less because I was just astounded by how good they made the music sound and they had something missing from the SR-80, BASS!!
So here's another vote for arguably the BEST bang-for-buck headphones, and a great start into the world of Head-Fi.
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08-31-2006, 11:24 PM
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Join Date: Mar 2006
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Originally Posted by Gnus
I TOTALLY agree with you, these headphones are really something and when modded they are just plain incredible. The fact that they are so cheap just blows me away. When I first got them, I started to listen to my SR-80s less and less because I was just astounded by how good they made the music sound and they had something missing from the SR-80, BASS!!
So here's another vote for arguably the BEST bang-for-buck headphones, and a great start into the world of Head-Fi. |
I find the SR-80's have adequate bass, I actually prefer the Grado bass over the Koss'. Thats why I sold mine. 
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09-01-2006, 09:48 AM
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Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: EU, Western Teutonian low mountain range
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Thats why I sold mine.
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Then you must have become a very wealthy person... 
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Gone: MS1000, CD3000, MS2i, DT990 (~1990), DT770'250(2003), DT531, HD595, A900, K81, PX100, KSC75, Portapro, EP630, pimped BTech
Meet Junky----Adored: MS Pro "Ultimate", AD2K (cotton mod), CD3000, PS1000, K701, W5000, HD800, SR4070, MS1000----Liked: Lambda Pro, DT880'03, DT880'05, MS Pro, SR404/303, K271, A900TI, W100, US E9, MS1, PS1, MS2i, HD650, GS1000, K601, W2002, W10, DT770(2005), D2000, ANC7, PK2, MB Quart 400, ES7, DT531, Proline 900, PX100, SR202----Accepted: HD600, K1000, DT770(2003), A900/950LTD, DT990, HD25-1, SJ5, W1000, SR225, D1000, K24, K401, SR325, Proline 900, HFI 680, K530LTD, K240 Sextett MP, CD480, KSC75/PP----Disliked: AD2K (stock), SA5000, SR007, HD5*5, V700, EP630----Hated: DT770M, K240M, K26/27
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09-01-2006, 02:37 PM
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Radio Shack here in NC has KSc75's for $12.95 over the holiday weekend. Mod away.
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09-01-2006, 03:00 PM
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I just check their site.
seems like its 12.49 nationwide!
http://www.radioshack.com/product/in...tId=2206192&cp
i might just get another extra pair.
thanks for the heads up, jimmyjames8.
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Move aside Grado, Hello MB Quart!
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09-01-2006, 03:12 PM
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I'd rather get it from amazon though, as it is a dollar cheaper and doesn't have the volume control
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09-01-2006, 03:30 PM
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amazon doesnt seem to have the free shipping anymore.
cheapest is from eek electronics, but you gotta pay like 5 bucks and change for the shipping.
Radio shack sale came at a great time; i planned to get another pair soon.
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09-01-2006, 05:55 PM
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Join Date: May 2006
Location: San José
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Worked great! Pictures were very helpful.
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09-01-2006, 06:58 PM
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Location: New York
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You can now get them for $12.50 (USD) at radioshack here
It's the in-line volume control version though
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09-01-2006, 10:12 PM
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I just did this mod. I'm just a newbie, and a drill-less newbie at that (used an awl + knife), but to me the most obvious difference is the the highs don't seem as high anymore. This helps with hearing the other parts of music too. Thanks for the pictures and guide too.
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09-02-2006, 02:04 AM
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Headphoneus Supremus
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Join Date: Aug 2006
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Just to add:
I don't use Drill and dremel because I don't have them.
But the following will do:
- Sharp pointed knife (very pointy)
- Medium sized phillips head screwdriver
* Firstly the knife is used to create reference holes - just to make sure they are all centered poperly.
Then use the screwdriver and patiently grind the holes in one circular motion until they are big enough. The result would be lovely because the holes will remain completely round
Finally use the knife again to trim of excess from the hole edges - very carefully. Dedicate 1 hour on doing this and you will love the result.
Cheers again to Kramer!
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09-02-2006, 10:03 PM
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Join Date: Apr 2006
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just did this mod on my week old ksc75.
last night i listened to Rage Against The Machine - Bombtrack on my ipod, the highs and mids sounded very muddy, almost non-existant.
after the mod it was like listening to a different pair of cans, the highs and mids were both very pronounced, it was an amazing difference. and its only going to get better as they burn-in
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