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  1. telemann

    Stax

    Hi. What are the differences between Stax SR-007 Omega I and Omega MK II? .? The MKII can go with Stax SRM-007T headphone amplifier? Differences between SRM-007T and mKII? Thanks
  2. lextek

    Stax???

    Is it worth it to get one of the Stax amps? 007T or 717 solid state or go for a Blue Hawaii? Who would build one for me?
  3. madmalkav

    Cheapest way to start with electrostatics?

    I really want to try them, but I expend most of my time driving and away from a computer/internet connection, so I always gewt late to eBay, offers in this forum and, well, everywhere else where an opportunity can appear on some cheap old Stax, and I know nothing about other brands/models of...
  4. jim1174

    What is the best headphone Extension Cable ?

    What is the best headphone Extension Cable ? I tryed looking for a monster one but could not find one
  5. Sinsen

    Buying a new Stax system, but need help to avoid upgraditis

    Hello again. I was looking for a great open phone to use with a GS-1, but then I got to thinking, why not buy I Stax system... I have auditioned a couple of higher-end Staxes, and find that I like them very much. But, I have a habit of getting bad cases of upgraditis, especially before...
  6. arnaud

    New listening impressions of Stax C32 prototype and Shipping SR-009

      Today, I had an opportunity to listen to the new Stax flagship prototype (referred as C32 below) at Fujiva Avic store in Tokyo. They had it for demo during the holidays and I took the opportunity to spend about 1 hour and a half switching back and forth between the C32 and the current Omega...
  7. Currawong

    The Stax Thread III

    Due to the large page count and recent amount of off-topic posting, I've restarted this thread.    As Carl said back in 2007:   For the sake of those people seeking information, especially given the discussion of vintage gear which often needs maintenance or repair, please do keep on...
  8. cloudl

    How to justify myself for wanting to make a pricey headphone purchase?

    Hello Guys,   I have signed myself up on Head-fi for quite a few years. Never posted anything until today. The reason why I do today, is because I can use some inputs from everyone on one very troubling question I've been asking myself for quite a few weeks. How can I justify myself for...
  9. kinsale

    Is this STAX cable useful to anyone?

          It is 16 feet in length.  Is it worth anything?  Clearing my house out and forgot I had this.   Thanks Ian
  10. boytbpc

    Shopping in Taipei

    I'm going to Taipei this weekend, and while there I want to listen to some cans. Anybody know some good stores? BTW I can speak and read a little mandarin (enough to get me by in my daily existence) so take that into consideration if it matters. Thanks Boytbpc P.S. Anybody in the...
  11. ferrstein

    OT - Electrostatic Loudspeakers?

    Hello! This is just a bit off topic... but I was wondering if any of you headphone guys listen to electrostatic speakers. That is, if you listen to speakers at all! I have Acoustat Model 8s, which I drive directly with high voltage tube amps: This is what led me towards the Stax...
  12. rudi0504

    First impression Stax iem Sr 002 and Srm 002 just arrived 30 minute ago

    Hi all Head Fier friends 30 minutes ago my long awaiting Stax Sr 002 and Srm 002 has just arrived I with another 10 friends are doing the audition now I will update later , on my first impression Here's the picture on the session , the guys are enjoying the audition, Setup as below ...
  13. bazs

    Shopping in Japan

      Hey, i'm gathering info on headphone shopping in japan as someone i know is going there in a few days. Looking for something 2nd hand that is a good price around 300-400 aus dollar but maybe more if its a deal. Stuff made in japan is alot cheaper it seems, stuff like audio technica and STAX...
  14. slair76116

    What would you say are the best 3 IEM's out in the market now ?

    If money was no issue,   Which 3 IEM's would you consider are the best in the market right now ?   No music preference just looking for general individual recommendations.
  15. Moonwalker

    STAX SR84 modding, pictures included

    Hi!   Last week i purchased cheap, very old Stax system. It consists of Stax SR-80 electret earspeakers and SRD-4 adaptor.   Price was about 50$, so I was expecting something belonging more to museum expositions, than anything resembling HiFi behavior.   I was pleasantly surprised...
  16. ALRAINBOW

    A must read for us headfiers

    Read below it's a great read. Part 1 Subject: [New post] Flat Stuff Part 1 New post on PS Audio Flat Stuff Part 1 by Andrew Benjamin PART I As one who will not suffer poor execution and even less hype or foolishness, I wanted to make the following as fair and balanced as my earlier comments...
  17. rawrster

    Is it time for Stax?

    Hi everyone   I've been thinking about this for a while and came to a conclusion today. There really isn't much left for me in the headphone world of dynamics and orthodynamics. I have heard just about every headphone I am interested in listening to that involves these two driver types and I...
  18. Scottsmrnyc

    Stax factory tour and interview in Japan approved during my trip to Tokyo Japan December 6th to December 13th 2012.

    I have just been approved for interviews and a factory tour of the Stax Earspeakers factory in Japan. I will have more information in a couple of days.  Safe to say, I will need an Japanese/English language interpretor for this event.  I would like to thank Yama's Enterprises. Inc for acting on...
  19. ScoobyDoo555

    Would welcome some help with a set of Stax Gamma SR headphones.

    Hi All,   Noobie here, so be gentle! :D   Got a set of Stax Gamma SR headphones (amp got lost in a house move grrr).   I would welcome some advice on whether or not they're even worth selling. Or I just chuck em on Ebay (UK)   Any thoughts?   Thanks in advance,   Scoob...
  20. daniel521

    Why are STAX headphones unwanted?

    While I was browsing these forums, I heard people mentioning "This headphone is the closest you can get to STAX headphones" and I saw a thread named "Would you give up your entire collection of headphones for this STAX headphone?" (I forgot the name). I noticed that STAX headphones are generally...
  21. astrostar59

    Buying Stax from Ebay Japan stores - is it ok?

    Hi All   I am thinking of buying a new pair of SR-507s from Japan direct (Ebay Store - Wonder Japan).   Has anyone bought from this company, or had any experience with other prime seller stores on Ebay?   I am hoping there are no clone (fake) Stax Headphone out there being sold!  ...
  22. justin w.

    Headphones at HeadAmp - Available now (Audeze, Stax, HIFIMAN HE-400 in stock)

    all items now listed here - http://www.headamp.com/order/index.htm   Typically, in-stock headphones ordered by 4PM EST will ship the same day   Updated 10/24/12 -    HeadAmp is now offering select models of headphones.  The following models are in stock:   Audeze LCD-2 w/ travel...
  23. treebug

    Stax SRS 3170 System

    Anyone using this system? Can't seem to find any reviews on here.
  24. ericfarrell85

    Anyone with a Stax setup willing to meet (Brooklyn/NYC)?

    I'm considering purchasing a Stax SR007 mk1 setup (KGSS or SRM 727), but would like to demo them first if at all possible. None of the high end NYC audio shops (In Living Stereo, Stereo Exchange, Innovative, Singer) carry Stax (or much of anything besides Grado). If anyone is interested I have...
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