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post #4276 of 5008
6/7/11 at 9:42pm
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You burning them out with all that work?




That's my thoughts. "All that work" and Harbor Freight do not go together all that well. Considering that's what, 5 of them now, I think he'd be much better off just paying more for it and not worrying about the burning up of each weak motor/. Then he could work faster, longer, and likely more uniformly (though I'm not saying he needs to do more, he just needs something that could without dying).


5?  Sheesh.  I haven't been watching this thread / been here that long.  I'd assume he's just trying to get too much done in one sitting and the motor is giving out under the heat.  (and man does he get a lot done)

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post #4277 of 5008
6/7/11 at 9:48pm
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cool, I say golden grill.



you know... That is a good idea. golden or brass.. but then I'm gonna want to replace the gimbals and then i'm gonna want to replace the headband... Wait a second. I have an uncle that is a jeweler.. he might be able to just plate a grill with real gold for me. Same with gimbals/rods.. hmmm.



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Very nice Chris, how do they sound and how are you liking your Sparrow?

 

they sound great and I really like the Sparrow. I think it is a bit overkill for the grados and the fostex's.. but, I find it reassuring that I have a pretty decent source. The fact of the matter is that I don't have audiophile ears. I don't think I ever will. All I know is when something sounds good and this does. The dac/amp remain very transparent to the music while adding a lot of impact and energy to it. stuff is clearer and and more punchy. The grados love it and so do the Fostexs. (which have been stealing head time from the Grados as much as i hate to admit it. They are pretty damn nice. My go to cans when i'm feeling more mellow, or a recording is of decent quality, but doesn't synergize with the grados too well. If the music still doesn't sound right I downgrade to my portapros and everything is right in the world. They may not be the best headphones around, but they sure do a great job at making everything sound good. Just good, not perfect, not detailed, not neutral, not clear, just good :) With this little trifecta, it will be a while before I buy any more cans.
 

I am starting to work pretty regularly now though. Hopefully I can hold onto the money and build a real desktop computer, or just save it for later. 

 


Edited by chrislangley4253 - 6/7/11 at 9:49pm
post #4278 of 5008
6/7/11 at 10:40pm

I can't wait until Bilavideo runs out of stuff to mod on the Grados and begins creating woodie ear-canals and venting his ear drum.

post #4279 of 5008
6/7/11 at 11:05pm
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Originally Posted by chrislangley4253 View Post
I didn't see the post from bill.. I don't know how in the hell he keeps breaking those things. Starting to wonder if it isn't operator error :P

 

Originally Posted by sidel View Post

You burning them out with all that work?

 

Originally Posted by sml1226 View Post
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Originally Posted by sidel View Post

You burning them out with all that work?

That's my thoughts. "All that work" and Harbor Freight do not go together all that well. Considering that's what, 5 of them now, I think he'd be much better off just paying more for it and not worrying about the burning up of each weak motor/. Then he could work faster, longer, and likely more uniformly (though I'm not saying he needs to do more, he just needs something that could without dying).

 

It's three.  The first two had faulty motors.  The third was significantly better but it used plastic on one of the parts, a part needed to properly tighten the fit between the headstock and tailstock to avoid wobbling.  The third one worked much better than the first two but over time, the deficiencies of that plastic part became more acute.  By paying for the full warranty package, I've been able to go in and swap out lathes and even buy up to the better equipment.  I used my credit in the first two to buy the third and then the same credit to buy the one I just got.

 

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This one has a self-centering three-jaw claw that lets me go back and do touch-ups at any point in the process.  In addition to the variable speed, it has a forward and reverse, which I think helps create a cleaner job sanding.  It's set up for wood and metal, so I can lathe aluminum as well as my favorite tonewoods, especially with the guards.

 

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To test its usefulness, I decided to sand a couple of skinnies I've been meaning to sand smooth.

 

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Even with a short run with a used-up piece of sandpaper, it didn't take long to get a smoother finish.

 

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Applying the same process with another piece yielded a very smooth finish, even without lacquer.

 

As for the relative merits of Harbor Freight, it's the only place around here that sells lathes to a walk-in customer.  What I'd like to have, somewhere down the road, is a CNC.  I just wasn't in a position to start higher.  My $500 lathe is not a $5,000 or $50,000 machine but it's progress.  As my demands become more keen, so does my appreciation for the gap between entry-level equipment and the real thing.

 

For now, I'll hang onto the receipt.

post #4280 of 5008
6/7/11 at 11:07pm
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Originally Posted by Cheeznuklz View Post

I can't wait until Bilavideo runs out of stuff to mod on the Grados and begins creating woodie ear-canals and venting his ear drum.


Perhaps the very best headphone out there is the pair attached to the sides of our heads.

 

post #4281 of 5008
6/7/11 at 11:10pm
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Perhaps the very best headphone out there is the pair attached to the sides of our heads.

 



 Those are microphones, our head has a speaker though.

post #4282 of 5008
6/7/11 at 11:42pm
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Originally Posted by Bilavideo View Post

It's three.  The first two had faulty motors.  The third was significantly better but it used plastic on one of the parts, a part needed to properly tighten the fit between the headstock and tailstock to avoid wobbling.  The third one worked much better than the first two but over time, the deficiencies of that plastic part became more acute.  By paying for the full warranty package, I've been able to go in and swap out lathes and even buy up to the better equipment.  I used my credit in the first two to buy the third and then the same credit to buy the one I just got.

 


Ah,  that makes sense; quite a bout of bad luck though.  Your work looks absolutely fantastic,  as usual.

post #4283 of 5008
6/8/11 at 12:03am

hey guys how the hell does one remove the rod blocks? I've tried working with an exacto knife, heating them up, using an allen key to wrench it apart.. ain't working yet.

post #4284 of 5008
6/8/11 at 12:08am
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hey guys how the hell does one remove the rod blocks? I've tried working with an exacto knife, heating them up, using an allen key to wrench it apart.. ain't working yet.


Keat,

 

I believe this is the procedure you're looking for (complete with pictures and all): http://www.jmoneyaudio.com/ginstructions.php

 

post #4285 of 5008
6/8/11 at 12:10am

worked like a charm.. now i feel stupid for going through all the trouble..

 

Thanks Wayne!

post #4286 of 5008
6/8/11 at 12:11am
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Originally Posted by Saintkeat View Post

hey guys how the hell does one remove the rod blocks? I've tried working with an exacto knife, heating them up, using an allen key to wrench it apart.. ain't working yet.


The rod blocks are attached to the metal strip of the headband by an adhesive, such as Super Glue.  The bonds of this adhesive crack easily if you will simply work the band, back and forth.  To reattach, just drip a drop of a similar adhesive into the slit in the blocks and then work the rod blocks back in.  If you encounter resistance, it can be overcome with something blunt, like a mallet, which can be pounded on the flat bottom of the rod blocks to hammer them onto the metal strip.  Keep in mind that this is more easily done if you remove the rods first.

 

post #4287 of 5008
6/8/11 at 12:14am

Thanks! so I should be using super glue not hot glue?

post #4288 of 5008
6/8/11 at 12:16am
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Im just glad he isnt a flight operator


I'm just glad Harbor Freight isn't in the business of making airplanes.  I've bought and used their tools before.  They're great for the weekend carpenter or hobbyist.  However, if you go much beyond that, it seems that's where the issues can begin.

 

post #4289 of 5008
6/8/11 at 12:17am
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Originally Posted by Saintkeat View Post

worked like a charm.. now i feel stupid for going through all the trouble..

 

Thanks Wayne!


Not a problem.  That's what all of us are here for - knowledge exchange.

 

post #4290 of 5008
6/8/11 at 12:19am
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Originally Posted by chrislangley4253 View Post

Fine.. I'll pause my album and take pictures before I get in the shower.. Pics Inc. 


Chris,

 

The headphones are looking mighty fine.  And, your amp - don't feel as though it's overkill.  You'll appreciate it each and every day.

 

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