I have an original Headamp KGSS with dual DACT stepped attenuators. I was wondering, what kind of stepped attenuator is compatible? The current ones have a bit of pop and crackle and I prefer to have more steps to adjust volume. I would like to swap in something like a 47 step Goldpoint but I...

It has been almost three months since Spareribs has posted here. Really, the only reason why I visit this sub-forum (and headfi in general) is because of Spareribs. My friend and I used to read his posts every morning on the school computers before starting our film class.    Unfortunately, I...

Hey guys.   I'm seriously considering getting a 009, I am nearly there with funds. Is there any store that sells Stax gear somewhere in the bay area so I can demo them?   I hear the 009 at meets all the time. But 1-1, with my source equipment, and a quiet room would make all the difference...

Hey.   I'm looking for IEMs around $500-700ish. I don't mind buying used too.   I would prefer to get universals, but I'm open to custom molded options. I'm looking for a similar tone to a stock HD800, neutral/slightly bright with a large soundstage. And something easy to drive, like...

The only reason I come to this part of Head-Fi is because I can read Spareribs' posts. I have learned about the decline of pickles, the beauty of ground pork, cheap concert tickets, and found out about Ray Bolger for the first time.   Every morning my friend and I log onto the school computers...

Hey everyone.   I'm looking to soon upgrade from my Valhalla 2, with a budget around $700-1000 used/new.  I'm thinking of a used WA6 SE. Supposedly, it's similar to the Valhalla 2 as they're both fairly neutral for a tube amp (which I prefer, I'm into more neutral/slightly bright gear).  ...

OK, guess I'll be the first to start us off with an impressions thread! Here is an album of photos and some small thoughts of mine, apologies for the phone quality pictures: http://imgur.com/a/nqY53 and here is some further discussion on...

I'm asking this question here for a dude on another forum. A big thanks in advance to anyone who reads over or helps!   

Is there anyway to delete previous reviews? I can't seem to find a delete button in the editor or when you view your own review.   I wanted to delete some very old ones I have a done, as I find them to be misleading since I wrote them when I was new to high end audio.   Thanks.  

Budget: $900-1000 Source: AMB y2, Schiit Valhalla Isolation: Don't care Preferred type: Full-sized Tonal balance: Neutral/balanced to slightly laid back My Music: One of everything. Jazz, hip-hop, rock, metal, etc. Mainly electronic music. (50%+) Past headphones: HE-500...

I currently have $300 saved up to upgrade my Modi DAC I just sold. I'm mainly interested in the Schiit Bitfrost, but happened to stumble upon a used Yulong D100 for a good deal (original, not mark II) for about $150 cheaper than Bitfrost. I'm curious to see if anyone owns both and can compare...

I came across a Stax SR-Lambda PRO just now, It has no energizer however. I can get myself a SRD-6/SRD-7, however it is normal Bias. Should I be OK powering the Lambda PRO with this?   I read that I would need to keep the volume down to avoid damage and that they wouldn't play as loud as...

I'm getting a second hand HD 650 but the grilles and pads are damaged. I'm fairly sure you can do this, just want to be sure. I can swap my HD 600 pads on the HD 650 and the grilles as well? Do the parts differ in any way that may change the sound?   It seems the Pads from Sennheiser have...

I'm looking for a pair of full size / on ear headphones that have a darker and more laid back tonality, something similar to the Earsonics SM3. I listen to one of everything, jazz, hip-hop, classical, electronic, etc. A good all-rounder would be nice. So far The ESW9A seems to fit the bill...