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    Any meets happening in AZ?

    If we have sufficient interest (10+) then I will go and look for a venue for next month. Just moved to the area about a month ago and would like meet some people with like hobbies as well as try out new gear.
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    Phoenix-Scottsdale anyone?

    Moving to Tempe in June from DC. Would love to help organize something to meet people of common interests. Are there any decent hifi shops in the area?
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    DC Area Head-Fi Meet Planning (ongoing)

    Tubes are my primary interest. No headphones particularly but having been out of the loop for a while, I'd be interested to hear any newer models. I'd be able to bring a pair of HE-400's and maybe even my vintage Sansui. 
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    DC Area Head-Fi Meet - Sunday, December 4, 2016

    Too early to start an interest check for the next one?
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    Is it worthwhile upgrading from vintage amps?

    Well, I think I'm going to keep it thanks to all of the encouragement. Only reason I considered parting with it is because I was offered 10x what I paid for it and I will be graduating college soon (it is a PITA to move). But I doubt I will be able to afford something as nice as this to use as a...
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    Is it worthwhile upgrading from vintage amps?

    Th This is precisely my fear. I wonder if it would be worth it to spend a couple hundred to get it recapped. It works but I'm sure it sounded better in 1974 than now 43 years later. 
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    Is it worthwhile upgrading from vintage amps?

    I have a Sansui AU-7900 that I am trying to get rid of. It sounds fantastic and is pretty clean considering its age but it is a burden to move around with (about to graduate college) and I know inevitably it will require major service (although everything works currently). I use it as my...
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    Harrisonburg, VA Area, anyone?

    I'm a JMU student. Are there any other students on here?
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    What is the ideal headphone for reentry into audiophilia?

    Decided against indecision. Bought the K612. 
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    What is the ideal headphone for reentry into audiophilia?

    I liked the SR-225i but I found the soundstage too narrow and the sound to be too forward. The only Grado I've really liked was the HF-2 (paired with tubes). I like the HD600 but I have yet to find one for a reasonable price around here or elsewhere. The ZMF seems like it might be a good choice...
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    What is the ideal headphone for reentry into audiophilia?

    A little over a year ago, I sold off my setup of a Little Dot Mk3 and Grado HF-2. Before that, I've had numerous headphones and even had the pleasure of owning an older pair of Stax. In addition, I've been to a few meets in my area and have heard many grand setups. I realize now that I dearly...
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    Real Hip Hop recommendations!

    Stop. Go listen to NWTS. Easily his best album and very progressive considering how radio friendly his sound is.    Other than that, some of the recent mixtapes/albums I've enjoyed have been Blue Chips 2, My Name is My Name, INNANETAPE, and Old (by Action Bronson, Pusha T, Vic Mensa, and Danny...
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    Will the Audio Technica M50 impress a long time audiophile? If not, what would?

    I hear a bit of sibilance. Is my Fiio E5 likely the culprit?   It is. I suppose it is to be expected from a part from such a price point though. 
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    Will the Audio Technica M50 impress a long time audiophile? If not, what would?

    Plugged into my phone they sound nice. I tried plugging them into my new laptop (Lenovo Yoga 13) and was sorely disappointed. I had my Gamma1 and Fiio E5 laying around so I tried using those in combination with my laptop. I'm very impressed with this humble setup.
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    Will the Audio Technica M50 impress a long time audiophile? If not, what would?

    Quote: Haha, considering that the Sansui is a solid 30 pounds, no. I meant that I would like something to use with my desktop setup that I can also just use with my phone or laptop when need be. 
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    Will the Audio Technica M50 impress a long time audiophile? If not, what would?

    I am going to college in a few weeks and am in need of a headphones again. I've been into audio for a while now but have since sold nearly all of my gear so this is sort of my coming back to the Head-Fi community. I've had a few headphone over the last couple of years and am wondering if this...
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    Real Hip Hop recommendations!

    Quote: It was so good! Not the best show I've been to due to the lackluster crowd but Mac is easily the best performer I've ever seen. He did half of his set (mostly songs off of his new album) with a three piece jazz band. Whoa. 
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    Real Hip Hop recommendations!

    Quote: +1   Seeing Mac Miller, Chance, Choo Jackson, The Internet, and Vince Staples tomorrow. Should be godly. 
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    Real Hip Hop recommendations!

    Quote: Just checked that out. I like! Merci beaucoup!
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    Real Hip Hop recommendations!

    Quote: I second this. And Flatbush Zombies. 
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    Real Hip Hop recommendations!

    Quote: Gonna see him next month in DC. So excited. 
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    What is the best laptop for a student going into college? (Does the MacBook Pro Retina have any competition?)

    Quote: While this seems to be a good idea, in my experience a cheap laptop isn't worth its weight in gravel. 
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