I had Larry do my MS-2 woody and recable, and the results were beyond my expectations, both sonically and aesthetically. I personally prefer the results to both the RS-1 and the GS1000, as wonderful as both those cans are, but that's just my opinion.

My first set-up for the MS-2s was a MicroDAC/SR-71 combo; I found it to be superb for the price point. I'm sure you'd have similar success switching in the MicroAmp; that DAC will make either amp sing.

Must .... resist .... wallet is howling and trying to jump from back pocket ....

I seem to remember seeing a thread that mentioned he wasn't checking in or building cables anymore. Which is unfortunate, as he built excellent cables.

Awwwww .... So I guess it's too late for Beavis and Butt-head? ; )

Finally received the cans (thanks Larry!), and wanted a few listening sessions under my belt before answering, just to refresh my memory. IMHO, the woodied/recabled MS2 has a more refined and neutral sound than the GS1000s I've heard -- still true to the original MS2 sound, but "bigger and...

"Black Peter", The Grateful Dead

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These ROCK. They retain their shape well and provide better isolation than the yellow foamies. It's much easier to get a good seal with them. Get the mediums if the yellow foamies fit you well. A must-have for e500 owners, IMHO.

This happened to me; I sent them back to Shure and had brand new replacements, with no hassles, one week later. I was very pleased with their customer service.

I own both as well; get the Micro DAC now and wait on the e500. The dramatic change you'll hear at home will make the wait for the IEMs more tolerable.

FWIW, after much debate (and a little research and listening) I decided to woody/recable my MS2's rather than upgrade to the GS1000. I came to the same conclusion -- I'm going to need to go to one of the HP's or the PS-1 to really "upgrade" my sound. Now if I can just wait till Larry...

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