Refreshing take on this Alex. Thanks for the post.

One question Aleksandar, is there a user manual for the SR1a? I saw a PDF about an interface box modification from you guys but that looks a bit over the top for me. I just want to make sure I’m getting the best out of these.

Thanks Aleksandar. The only reason I’m using two Vidars is so I can use the balanced interconnects between DAC and amp. I have some other amps on the way for review with the SR1a. Overall, fabulous product. Nothing like it.

Yes. On mine they are both silver metal. Today I switched all the electronics over to an isolation transformer with impeccable grounding and the issue is gone. Perhaps the outlet by my desk isn't grounded properly. Nonetheless, the fact that these are conductive is a strange one.

Thinking about it. If anything, it will eliminate the chance of shorting the amps.

Your Final System mentions an aftermarket SR1a cable on its site. "..our custom hand-wound YFS 'Super 30' pure copper Litz cable will work perfectly and provide good synergy. Our YFS 'Super 30' Litz cable, when crafted specifically for the SR1a, contains double the standard conductor material...

Here's the actual headphones with the cable that shipped with them. The interface box a bit different from the usual one in photos as well.

It seems to be, but it's just odd that there's no insulation on the cables at the metal connectors to prevent this.

Hi Guys - Thanks for all the information available in this thread. It has helped immensely. I received my SR1a headphones today and quickly ran into an issue that I'd love some help with. Perhaps someone else has run into this same issue. When I set the SR1a headphones down, the metal pieces...

Use JRemote on the iPad and select "this device" as the zone. It will stream FLAC right to the iPad and play great.

Hi Guys - I talked to Jude at RMAF about the Head-Fi TV videos. I'd like to start shooting similar videos for CA. Does anyone know what equipment Jude is using for the shoots? Camera? Lenses? Software? I have an email into Jude, but assume he is too busy to respond in a timely manner. 

Hi Guys - The Press embargo just ended at 7:00AM Eastern. Try another Google search and you should fine more reviews and information about the new Director. 

This is one of the best comparisons I've ever read. 

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