Jan 30, 2010 at 8:01 AM Thread Starter Post #1 of 8

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I just purchased the hd595 and ath ad700 to try out and I want a new adapter cause I read that the hd595 one isn't great.

My main criteria are build quality and less stress on the jack. What say you? HD650, Grado, or Cardas adapter? If there's really no difference I'll go with the cheapest, the hd650.

 

Jan 30, 2010 at 8:16 AM Post #2 of 8

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Get the Grado, its build like something from the world war,immense strength

 

Jan 30, 2010 at 8:41 AM Post #3 of 8

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Yah get the Grado, very, very good for the money.

 

Feb 3, 2010 at 4:41 AM Post #4 of 8

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So, no votes for Cardas? I like the 45 degree on the Cardas, but the Grado is more readily available, less expensive, and seems to aggregate more positive feedback.

 

Feb 3, 2010 at 4:44 AM Post #5 of 8

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I have the Grado. It definitely is putting less stress on the cable. That and I can plug it into my Zune when it's in a case which is really the only reason I got it. Poor Zune seems violated when I use the Senn adapter.

 

Feb 3, 2010 at 4:54 AM Post #6 of 8

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ctlaurin /img/forum/go_quote.gif I have the Grado. It definitely is putting less stress on the cable. That and I can plug it into my Zune when it's in a case which is really the only reason I got it. Poor Zune seems violated when I use the Senn adapter.

Pics or it didn't happen.

Er, wrong forum.

Here, two links to Grado adapters, $15 shipped;

Grado Headphones Mini Adapter Cables*::*Grado Headphones Accessories*::*Headphones*::*www.avhifi.com

Grado | Mini Adapter Cable | MINI ADAPTOR | B&H Photo Video

 

Feb 3, 2010 at 5:23 AM Post #7 of 8

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Retail 2002

when you factor in shipping cost for the sennheiser adapter, the grado adapter for $15 shipped isn't too bad.

 

Feb 3, 2010 at 6:53 AM Post #8 of 8

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I agree the grado cable is nicely made very cheap and i have had no problems with mine. I use it with my hf2s very often!!