I just came across this tip to revert the iPod firmware to 1.2.1. This will remove the 100dB max that was placed on all iPods after 1.2.6 firmware update. The increase in volume is very noticeable. This tip is only for 1st gen iPod owners with a Mac only...

Hello, I'm pretty new to head-fi, and I must say I really enjoy it and my wallet has suffered accordingly. However, I'm still in search of the right phone for me. I'm looking for a set of cans for home use either from my Powerbook, iPod, or Rotel RX1050 amp/ Kenwood DP-R4080 CD player...

I just got my Super Mini amp upgraded by Fixup. Feedback loops are added. The claim is that now the amp sounds more like a META42. Well, I have a JMT META42 and how does it fare? In a nutshell very well. Before the upgrade, the Super Mini was already good. It has been described as...