[hawkhead]

They are SMC connectors
 
http://shop.conrad-uk.com/components/connectors/hf-connectors/smc-plug-connector/

 

[gurus]

Yep. Thanks.
 
Which size?
 

 

[wuwhere]

The link I posted is the right size for the 6.

 

[gurus]

I was trying to see if I could get it locally, need it for the Vancouver meet for Saturday.

 

[wuwhere]

If you can find them locally, just bring your 6 to the store for sizing.

 

[ZorgDK]

Hi folks, I thought I read something about a new locking mechanism with the new Hifiman pads, that would be needed to install 3rd party pads. Would I need to purchase Hifiman's new velour or pleather earpads in order to install these Beyer Dynamic DT990 pads on the HE-6?  



http://www.thomann.de/gb/beyerdynamic_dt990_pro_velourohrpolster.htm

 

[Loevhagen]

Yes.

 

[ZorgDK]

Thanks. Annoying though.. 

 

[Loevhagen]

Usefull information and pictures in this little tread: Mission - Earpad HiFiMAN

 

[ZorgDK]

Cheers, thanks. 
 
edit: I now got some new pleather and DT990 pads incoming for the HE-6. Should be good.. 

 

[gurus]

I have the pleathers but had on my head for less than a few minutes as the fit just did not feel right.
 
On another note, I had a little problem with my DIY cable so have been listening to the HE-6 with the stock cable with the SE adapter out of my Marantz headphone out.  Like most vintage integrateds the HP out ,if I remember correctly, uses the same output as the speaker taps with a 330 ohm resistor.
 
 Gone are the incredible dynamics and detail, frequency extension is reduced and I hear a lot more distortion as the sound is all mushed up together. Just my 2 cents worth, your drive and mileage may vary.
 
 

 

[ohhgourami]

Quote:

I have the pleathers but had on my head for less than a few minutes as the fit just did not feel right.
 
On another note, I had a little problem with my DIY cable so have been listening to the HE-6 with the stock cable with the SE adapter out of my Marantz headphone out.  Like most vintage integrateds the HP out ,if I remember correctly, uses the same output as the speaker taps with a 330 ohm resistor.
 
 Gone are the incredible dynamics and detail, frequency extension is reduced and I hear a lot more distortion as the sound is all mushed up together. Just my 2 cents worth, your drive and mileage may vary.
 
 

Interesting to hear.  I better order my wire soon then...waiting on another DAC and been busy so I haven't bothered.
 

 

[sillysally]

Quote:

I have the pleathers but had on my head for less than a few minutes as the fit just did not feel right.
 
On another note, I had a little problem with my DIY cable so have been listening to the HE-6 with the stock cable with the SE adapter out of my Marantz headphone out.  Like most vintage integrateds the HP out ,if I remember correctly, uses the same output as the speaker taps with a 330 ohm resistor.
 
 Gone are the incredible dynamics and detail, frequency extension is reduced and I hear a lot more distortion as the sound is all mushed up together. Just my 2 cents worth, your drive and mileage may vary.
 
 

What kind of wire are you using? You should not lose much at all with the stock cables even with the SE adapter.

 

[gurus]

Quote:

What kind of wire are you using? You should not lose much at all with the stock cables even with the SE adapter.

SIlver /Gold  wire for the cable. I will try to compare it with the stock cable maybe tomorrow once I deconstruct the stock cable to speaker wire termination. Have to go to the Van meet today.

 

[gurus]

Anybody used or has any thoughts on the Rogue Cronus Magnum Integrated? Looking to tube my HE-6. It has some good reviews but I need unbiased opinion.
 
After having heard the LCD's and the Stax's (007 and 009) at the Vancouver meet today, the HE-6 is a keeper (THE ONE for me)  and a relative bargain at that.