Go here: http://www.blackforestwood.com/   Not sure if they'd have it but worth a shot and local!   Mine arrived, they are interesting, need some time to burn in, but I do enjoy the highs already.

Have you guys been able to contact joneeboi yet? I saw him a few weeks ago and I'd be happy to pass along a message or point him to this thread.   He's been very busy with life but mentioned that he'd like to get back into this if/when time permits.

JRC is not a company that is capable of dealing with the end user.  They have authorized dealers for that reason, places like Digikey/Mouser have large scale customer support and the ability to ship 1 or 2pcs of MusesXX efficiently. I would be surprised (though it's not impossible) if any...

You really need to take into consideration the amp itself.  You could put the same op-amp into two different amps and get entirely different sounds depending on the circuit design.  Think of it like synergy between headphones and an amp, or an amp and a dac etc. In one combination they might be...

You don't need an adapter to plug in a TO-99.  The pin arrangement is identical you simply need to form and trim the leads.  When I do it the can itself is slightly higher off the dip socket than a pdip so if done well you would need 2-4mm above a standard PDIP.  (depending on your skill level...

If you like the sound of the Muses02 Plus LME49710NA you could try the LME49710HA, which is the metal can version of the same op-amp.  It has a very similar sound with a bit more detail and openness.

For what it's worth this is a picture of a legit Muses02. The most significant physical difference I've noticed is the leads are soft and flexible.  IE part of the Muses design is the copper frame, so the leads don't feel like most normal op-amps which are a bit stiffer. It's less likely that...

Mouser has a couple types from the muses series in stock, including the Muses01.  Definitely not the best price in low quantities however you know they are legit.  Probably more cost effective to get the real one the first time than to get a fake and replace it later.

Gary, you've done a great job, and out of all of this I hope what you've found is a Dac that YOU LIKE!  The rest doesn't matter, those who appreciate your efforts have likely spoken, and those that find fault with everything will continue to do so till the end of time.  Sit back, relax and enjoy...

I don't agree or disagree with burn in, I believe I've encountered it, but subjective listening isn't proof given the time frames involved, but I've never been able to measure it.  I do however believe in warm up, not all devices seem to behave the same (IE some don't seem to audibly change)...

The LM4562HA and LME49720HA are electrically identical to the plastic dip LM4562 and could potentially be a safe swap.  Of course do at your own risk and don't blame Emotiva if you destroy their piece.

I've been watching with some interest to see if Gary can actually determine a winner as there is so much subjective "this dac is better than that dac".  I started to pay attention when the Indistinguishables category started to grow, humans tend to rate things better or worse either on real or...

I also grabbed a pair of H15's from NCIX just to try.  I didn't really have high hopes, I wasn't sure how comfortable they would be.  The impression below is based on the $100 purchase price.   After living with them for a few days I have to say I'm quite impressed.  They aren't flat by any...

I do like Sennheiser, I haven't heard the Momentum yet, the biggest problem with many brands is territory restrictions..     I do buy from Amazon.com quite often because they've mastered customs/brokerage, the big problem is many products or sellers can't ship to Canada.  The exchange rate...

I picked up the DT 1350's on sale from a Canadian Vendor.  Stores here are just getting on the black friday/cyber monday bandwagon which is nice as the exchange rate isn't as favourable these days.  I'll post after xmas if she likes them or not.   Thanks for all the recommendations it gave me...

Thanks for all the great input everyone, that gives me a few models to look closer at! Short list: DT-1350 Fidelio M1 Sony MDR-1R M50 Red   I'd probably pick the DT-1350, however these aren't for me so I'll have to give the others a hard look.   Quote:   Ohh don't worry, I asked...

Given her age and what she see's (friends have)  Beats are what she points to.  I'd rather get her a headphone that sounds good but as a byproduct also looks good.  She listens to mainstream stuff, her age group seems to have a fascination with One Direction, but mainly pop/top 40 style music at...

Hi everyone, I hate to do this, but a family issue came up and I can't host on the 19th.  Sorry for the very short notice, I hope that there is time to find an alternative venue. If it's possible to put off a week everything should be okay for the 26th and I would be more than happy to host...

I'm in as usual. I'll get a couple of my balanced portable amps assembled, otherwise the normal gear.

Thanks for coming everyone, it was a great meet!  Lots of gear and great conversation.  We will have to do it again when the weather gets nicer.

I think you described it pretty well, the stock cable is the worst I've ever seen.  If your willing to give them a try, do a recable and you should be pleasantly surprised.  I have trouble listening to the stock pair for more than 10 seconds because they are just so lacking.  The recabled...

Quote: The model # is on the back of the "box" near the center, mine was partially covered by a sticker but it's there.  Let me know if you find any good mods, mine have been broken in with average volume music.  

These are definatially from the same factory.  There are some very subtle differences but otherwise match the pictures pretty well.  It would be interesting to compare that version to this Onn version, but I can say with these a recable is necessary.  I wonder if some of the mods used on those...

I don't think my post should be taken as a negative, just that you really should recable them (litterally anything would be an improvement over the stock cable) I would say listen to them stock, and if you like them they will just get better recabled.  They keep the same sound signature, just...

Well I'm the one who did the recable and I have two pairs sitting here that I've been testing (one stock and one recabled) and although these aren't going to compete with any of the top 'phones they really do sound pretty good.  Stock, the sound is quite boring and lifeless but still way above...