The Stax thread (New) - Page 1387

Hi, all: I have been using the SR-507 and 006ts for awhile. Sometimes it has been heavenly, at other times a bit lean or bright,  or maybe it's that I feel like I have to turn the volume up too high trying to get dynamics and a sense of fullness. So... There is a SRM-1/Mk2 for sale on the sale forum. Not the prettiest but not the rattiest I've ever seen. Seller asking $400. 

Basically have three questions for the veterans:

1. Will this unit provide a markedly upgraded sound vs. the 006ts with my 507s?
2. Price range I have seen in my research says $300-$700 (the reviews on this site and info on Wikiphonia). $400 still considered a fair price for a unit with a few dings?
3. I may have a chance to get a 007A soon; people here still feel the SRM1/2 is a viable match to drive the 007A with good sound?.  

I know it's tempting, but please don't just say, "Get the 007A (or a 009) and a BHSE." Not in my ballpark. Lots of words from me, I know, but I did due diligence at least via searches. BTW, Spritzer, do you know that Martin-Logan used to say to clean their "naked" panel models by vacuuming against the grill/stator? (I'm a Quad man, myself.)

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.  

yes..the 507 is a little lean,bright & bland, you won't see a huge difference by changing amp

Try lambda nova signature, it is fuller, sweeter,  very musical & natural, they sound LOVELY.

(my LNS has the 507 leather pad on it)

I've put the 507 back to the box..the 507s are good for monitoring,because their clean sound

For "fuller, sweeter, very musical" the lambda normals are much better ;)

Well, I'm very, very close to owning my own Stax, but I've got a problem. I spent so much on the gear that I might not have enough bank to get my stuff from customs! 

Although I must say that my ODAC does just fine.

Hi, all:

have been using the SR-507 and 006ts for awhile. Sometimes it has been heavenly, at other times a bit lean or bright.  Or maybe it's that I feel like I have to turn the volume up too high trying to get dynamics and a sense of fullness. So... There is a SRM-1/Mk2 for sale on the sale forum. Not the prettiest but not the rattiest I've ever seen. Seller asking $400. I have three questions on which I would appreciate your feedback:

1. Will this unit provide a markedly upgraded sound vs. the 006ts with my 507s?
2. Price range I have seen in my research says $300-$700 (the reviews on this site and info on Wikiphonia). $400 still considered a fair price for a unit with a few dings?
3. I may have a chance to get a 007A soon; do people here still feel the SRM1/2 is a good match to drive the 007A?  

I know it's tempting, but please don't just say, "Get the 007A (or a 009) and a BHSE." Not in my ballpark. Lots of words from me, I know, but I did due diligence at least via searches. BTW, Spritzer, do you know that Martin-Logan used to say to clean their "naked" panel models by vacuuming against the grill/stator? (I'm a Quad man, myself.)

Thanks in advance for any suggestions.  

PS: I forgot the music. I listen mainly to "classical" music from all periods except modern; small-combo jazz, especially live; ECM jazz (the spacey or environmental stuff); female singers; Ray Charles; blues; classical guitar; folk music plus the usual audiophile discs. I am just starting to get involved in hi-def downloads and will try the Chesky binaurals next.

I asked this question before, but I didn't get an answer.

Anyways, is it safe to use my Stax when the foam has rottened off? I mean is it possible for dust/hair go into the drivers and damage them?