[zilch0md]

Paul,
 
I'm with you now.  

 
I tried searching the RS site for "mascot plug" and it seems they only stock two of them:  3615 and 3630A.  Neither of these are of any use with the Stepdance unless you can get your hands on the PowerStream Power Connector Assortment, seen here:  http://www.powerstream.com/dc-tips2.htm
 
This would allow you to purchase the following two items from RS:
 
Power Adapter:  http://uk.rs-online.com/web/search/searchBrowseAction.html?method=getProduct&R=2243849
Plug 3630A (onto which the PowerStream tips can be attached):  http://uk.rs-online.com/web/search/searchBrowseAction.html?method=getProduct&R=0211348

The 3630A is a very common size, and happens to be the size that the PowerStream assortment fits.  It's the smallest tip in the 7-piece PowerStream assortment that will adapt the 3630A to the Stepdance.
 
If you can't get the PowerStream assortment in Hong Kong, then I would recommend you find a different retailer for the Mascot 3635 tip (that should fit directly into the Stepdance) - either that or call the RS retailer and ask them if they will special-order the Mascot 3635 tip.
 
Good luck!
 
Mike
 
  
 
 
 
 

 

[happybuns]

the plug will not go all the way in. is this safe?

 

[ianmedium]

the plug will not go all the way in. is this safe?

Mine is exactly the same and I have had no problems and I have carried mine around every day since getting it a couple of months ago. I find the overhang of my CLAS protects it. Mind. I am careful with my stuff and me rig resides in a padded bag within my shoulder bag. I have thought of wrapping some black electrical tape around it to make it more stable.. In fact this has just spurred me on to do that now. Don't really care what it looks like as it is hardly seen! Did the same thing a while ago with the battery door to stop it rattling!

 

[zilch0md]

I agree - I wouldn't worry about it.  The barrel of the connector is ground (-).  
 
The positive (+) pole is inside, and therefore untouchable - it can't short against anything, so it will be fine.
 
Welcome to the XP8000-equipped Stepdance club!
 
Mike

 

[kingice10]

 
Any Impressions using Powersupply with Stepdance?

 

[zilch0md]

Which power supply?
 
Any powersupply?

 

[kingice10]

This PSU  http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/15-Volt-DC-Power-Supply-15v-Regulated-PSU-Max-1A-/260397951794?pt=UK_Computing_PowerSupplies_EH&hash=item3ca0ed6b32#ht_1927wt_1141?

 

[zilch0md]

Hi kingice10,
 
Quote:

This PSU  http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/15-Volt-DC-Power-Supply-15v-Regulated-PSU-Max-1A-/260397951794?pt=UK_Computing_PowerSupplies_EH&hash=item3ca0ed6b32#ht_1927wt_1141?

 
That's a good find for UK folks!   I can't give you any first-hand impressions, but I'd say grab that thing!   Not only is it a regulated 15V supply, it includes a tip that's perfect for the Stepdance:  3.4mm x 1.3mm
 
 
If you get it, do let us know what you think!
 
I'm going to send euegeneyou a PM, in case he's not following this.
 
Thanks!
 
Mike
 
 

 

[eugeneyou]

Quote:

Hi kingice10,
 
 
That's a good find for UK folks!   I can't give you any first-hand impressions, but I'd say grab that thing!   Not only is it a regulated 15V supply, it includes a tip that's perfect for the Stepdance:  3.4mm x 1.3mm
 
 
If you get it, do let us know what you think!
 
I'm going to send euegeneyou a PM, in case he's not following this.
 
Thanks!
 
Mike
 
 

ive checked with the seller bout the power adapter. it is SWITCH not LINEAR.
 
it is better to get the Mascot LINEAR adapter
 
 

 

[happybuns]

Wouldnt all 15v psu sound the same? As long as it is linear, regulated or safe for the amp?

 

[zilch0md]

Quote:

Wouldnt all 15v psu sound the same? As long as it is linear, regulated or safe for the amp?

 
Barring any design or quality control issues that translate to an audible hum or other noise, I would say, yes - they should all sound pretty much the same.  
 
Really expensive PSUs can have features that reduce noise from the AC power, but if we're talking about these simple wall transformers, I believe they should all produce similar results in terms of sound quality at the headphones (among those that are of sufficient current rating, 15V, linear, and regulated).
 

 

[zilch0md]

Quote:

ive checked with the seller bout the power adapter. it is SWITCH not LINEAR.
 
it is better to get the Mascot LINEAR adapter
 
 

Bummer.  Good catch, though!
 

 

[ianmedium]

Guy's, check out Jan's site, new stepdance 2 out next month! New case but what else I have no idea!

 

[cooperpwc]

Yep. No detials yet but it looks like the 2Stepdance also has a front gain switch.

 

[zilch0md]

Good find Ian.  I hadn't heard about it when I read your post above, but I just now found this thread that was started a week and a half ago:
 
http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/552783/new-corda-portable-amp-is-coming
 
And this May 2nd thread started by Jan Meier is referenced within the above thread:  http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/552179/the-past-and-the-future-of-meier-audio
 
Joy!
 
Mike