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03-31-2009, 03:22 AM
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I don't have the link handy, but look up the FrankenZero post in the DIY forum to look into the Capacitor clip which would help a lot. Also find Currawong's post. It will mention the cap clip.
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Here is Currawong's Post if you are interested. Introduction to the Zero DAC and Headphone amplifier. - Head-Fi: Covering Headphones, Earphones and Portable Audio
I found the post useful but have not clipped my capacitors yet (Too afraid to)
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WOuldn't the cap clip actually make it BRIGHTER?
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Jeez, Brain Fart, don't know what I was thinking! Scotties correct, might just drive a Grado guy over the edge!!
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a quote from that link - makes it sound like a bad idea in this case:
"Note: Myriad felt that after snipping these caps, the sound was too bright for him with his Grados. Grado owners might want to keep this in mind as they are reputably bright headphones.:
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03-31-2009, 03:26 AM
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I'm doing the FrankenMod also, but won't be clipping this either.
At least i don't think I will.
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03-31-2009, 03:29 AM
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a quote from that link - makes it sound like a bad idea in this case:
"Note: Myriad felt that after snipping these caps, the sound was too bright for him with his Grados. Grado owners might want to keep this in mind as they are reputably bright headphones.:
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Exactly, I've got two pairs of Grado's. Last thing in the world they need is to be Brighter!!
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03-31-2009, 03:32 AM
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I miss my Grados  Got my eye on the new 325is... which ones you have les?
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03-31-2009, 03:40 AM
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I miss my Grados Got my eye on the new 325is... which ones you have les? |
Hey,
I just got a Pair of SR225i's and I have a pair of GS1000s. Superb detail oriented Headphones.
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03-31-2009, 03:40 AM
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Hi to all!
My name is Dani; i've got a Zero Dac with a lt1364 in Dac section and 2 lm4562 for headphones amp.
i've the Grado sr80 and now the trebles are killing my ears and my brains 
What can I do to to kill trebles on the headphones amp? 
I've read here about of lt1364 in the Amp section and opa627 for dac, but for someone this set up shows again too much bright..
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Try using OPA 2134 or OPA 2107's all around...these should calm the treble down quite abit...
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03-31-2009, 03:51 AM
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That Zero will Over heat most likely. The Headamp makes a lot of heat.
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What if I'm not using the headphone amp in it? Well I will be, but most of the time I'll just be using the DAC.
Still, I should probably find another place for it.
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What if I'm not using the headphone amp in it? Well I will be, but most of the time I'll just be using the DAC.
Still, I should probably find another place for it.
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If you only want to use the DAC, DC the Hadamp, you might get away with it in that space. The Headamp makes a lot of heat.
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You'd have to disconnect the amp or it will heat up even if you don't have it active.
Les - I'm drooling over those GS1000s! I had the 225s at one time... sold them because I wanted to try new things - and never replaced them because I like my 600s and needed a closed can... I've never heard anything better from Grado, but I really think I'd like anything from the RS2 up - like a lot!
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You'd have to disconnect the amp or it will heat up even if you don't have it active.
Les - I'm drooling over those GS1000s! I had the 225s at one time... sold them because I wanted to try new things - and never replaced them because I like my 600s and needed a closed can... I've never heard anything better from Grado, but I really think I'd like anything from the RS2 up - like a lot!
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Actually the 225's are donor canz. I'm having JMoney Deep Woody's made for them in Cocobolo Rosewood. Also the Padded Lambskin headband. So they should be Killer when I'm done with them. Especially considering i liked them in stock form!
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What can I do to to kill trebles on the headphones amp?
I've read here about of lt1364 in the Amp section and opa627 for dac, but for someone this set up shows again too much bright..
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Honestly? Buy different headphones. 
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BLASPHEMY! 
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Honestly? Buy different headphones. |
Typical Grado Hater Statement!
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