[billyearle]

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Originally Posted by HeadphoneAddict /img/forum/go_quote.gif I need to find someone to help me build my Corda Cross kit as well, since I am not able to do it myself - can't read a schematic. I don't see why it wouldn't be good enough to use with the stats though. I also agree that you first put the money into phones, then source, then amp, then cables last. You could start with some $100/pr anti-cables RCA IC and be 95% of the way there so that you may never need to upgrade once you have phones, source and amp sorted. And mmwwhats here on head-fi makes a wicked 7-strand dead soft silver cable with teflon air-tube dielectric for under $100/pr (RCA or XLR) that matches the anti-cables performance (his 3-strand $40 cable is good but not as transparent or invisible).

Thanks for the suggestions Larry, I will try looking up mmwwhats. Right after typing my post I realized I could of course put the 3prs alpha sterlings leading up to the 717 and put the new pair of cables last, leading into my Zana Deux, so that a character match isn't as important as keeping up a level of quality. And I didn't want to have to pay what the Alpha Sterlings go for new (got 3prs for $200 which seems like a bargain), so your suggestion is perfect.
As for the Corda Cross, I had all but given up on finding one built, and was pondering buying a costly amp with crossfeed for my crossfeed needs. I unexpectedly stumbled across a used built one. Glad to hear you think it will be fine with the Omegas.

 

[fishpatrol]

Maybe I just didn't read earlier posts right, but I thought the SR-003 had a cable upgrade from the SR-001. Recently bought an SRS-005 and the cabling is exactly the same except for the massive plug at the end. Has anyone had eyes on a variant with different cabling?

This was a crossed-fingers buy, but it brings weight to the bass and still sings. Sounds like the general descriptions of the SRM-001 mods, but any step up earns some praise from me. Worth a listen if you aren't handy with a soldering iron.

 

[Oublie]

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Originally Posted by Sherwood /img/forum/go_quote.gif Stoutly said. You are 100% correct, sir. Toshiba it is, was, and always has been.

Thanks Guys,

I'll have a hunt for a set of these. I've heard of folk running different tubes from standard e.g 6sn's etc using tube socket adaptors and feeding a different voltage to them. Is this viable or even necessary?

Any other tweaks I should try?

 

[Michgelsen]

Spritzer, how do you like NEC tubes? Ever tried them?

 

[Tachikoma]

The NECs I have look exactly like the Toshibas I had before

 

[spacemanspliff]

I was curious as to closed Stax. What is the difference sonically? Specifically, bass extension. It should be more impactful but how low do they go? I would really love to get a pair of Sigmas with the 4070 drivers but that is a tough bird to find lol.

I want as speaker like a presentation as possible. I am also considering the Edition 8s, JVC 1000s and V4 Darths. Source and amp to be selected when the headphone is settled.

Finally getting enough $$ to get something nice. Problem is my wife is deaf and the tv stereo is powerful. You can hear it throughout the house. I need closed to isolate from her damn soap operas. She needs a hobby! Still love her though.

I am going to make a dedicated, sound proofed room eventually. Just need more $$ for that.

 

[spritzer]

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Originally Posted by Oublie /img/forum/go_quote.gif Thanks Guys, I'll have a hunt for a set of these. I've heard of folk running different tubes from standard e.g 6sn's etc using tube socket adaptors and feeding a different voltage to them. Is this viable or even necessary? Any other tweaks I should try?

There aren't other tubes you can use instead of the 6CG7/6FQ7's without major changes to the amp such as replacing the power transformer for instance. You could upgrade all the wiring, install better sockets, replace the Alps pot etc. but I'd rather just get a 717 personally...

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Originally Posted by Michgelsen /img/forum/go_quote.gif Spritzer, how do you like NEC tubes? Ever tried them?

I've tried some that were branded NEC but who knows who was the original OEM.

 

[Oublie]

I suppose i could always hold out for the diy amp thats being designed atm. I just can't find a 717 for sale . Patience isn't a virtue of mine

 

[kinsale]

Hi Stax Lovers,

Can someone advise me what is the most cost effective way in to Stax. I do not know anyone near me with Stax. I would really love to try something new. I have been looking on 'bay but everything looks so far out of reach. Any advice?

Thanks

 

[manaox2]

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Originally Posted by kinsale /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hi Stax Lovers, Can someone advise me what is the most cost effective way in to Stax. I do not know anyone near me with Stax. I would really love to try something new. I have been looking on 'bay but everything looks so far out of reach. Any advice? Thanks

I researched a little on this and thought the Lambda or Lambda Pro with an energizer and nuforce icon would make a complete rig. It'll be about $500-600, but it'll kick the poop out of any dynamic rig near that price I believe.

 

[The Monkey]

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Originally Posted by manaox2 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I researched a little on this and thought the Lambda or Lambda Pro with an energizer and nuforce icon would make a complete rig. It'll be about $500-600, but it'll kick the poop out of any dynamic rig near that price I believe.

How are you liking the Lambda Pros?

 

[kinsale]

are there other places to look besides the forums here and 'bay? I envy those who find them at garage sales etc.

 

[The Monkey]

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Originally Posted by kinsale /img/forum/go_quote.gif are there other places to look besides the forums here and 'bay? I envy those who find them at garage sales etc.

Audiogon.

 

[manaox2]

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Originally Posted by The Monkey /img/forum/go_quote.gif How are you liking the Lambda Pros?

They are perhaps the single greatest purchase I think that I have made in this hobby.

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I spent five hours straight today happily listening to them.

 

[edstrelow]

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Originally Posted by spacemanspliff /img/forum/go_quote.gif I was curious as to closed Stax. What is the difference sonically? Specifically, bass extension. It should be more impactful but how low do they go? I would really love to get a pair of Sigmas with the 4070 drivers but that is a tough bird to find lol. Problem is my wife is deaf and the tv stereo is powerful. You can hear it throughout the house. I need closed to isolate from her damn soap operas. She needs a hobby! Still love her though. I am going to make a dedicated, sound proofed room eventually. Just need more $$ for that.

The Sigma with 404 components (that is what is in the 4070 too) is only available as a do-it-yourself modification or can be done by a dealer. Yamasinc, the US Stax dealer did it for me for about $500.00. For me it is a close second to the 007A and if you really like its speaker-like presentation, you may even prefer it to any Omega. I plan to bring mine to the LA Canjam.

Sounds like your wife need headphones so she doesn't blast you out of the house.