Would any one call the ESW9 a "Poorman" L3000 ? The ESW9 does have the ATOWs sound signature with very good bass impact. I wonder if any one has both the L3000 and ESW9 and can give us some comparison. I'd love to know how far is the bass quality of ESW9 is comparable to the L3000.

I had my RS2 posted for Interest Check and already had a few potential buyers. However, when I pull them from my closet earlier to take some close-up pictures, I decided to hook it to my Predator for the last round of listening. The Grado magic just hit me again... I took a moment to listen...

I need some funding to work on a project for my kids, and might have to let go 2 out of 3 rigs. I'm confused because I love them all and hate to let go any of them. If they are yours, which one would you keep ?

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Would the pads of L3000 improve the sound quality or comfort if we use them on W2002 or W11JPN ? Please share your experiences if you have tried them.

Following is a quote extracted from a Pico FS post: Quote: Originally Posted by mucklechumps .... I personally don't notice enough of a difference with any amp to justify the price. I also have a new Fujitsu U810 that has sounds very good out of the HP jack so I dont need the USB...

Sellers, how do you deal with buyers when your package is lost or stolen during shipping ? Would you send refund to the buyer as soon as the package is confirmed lost and recover from insurance claim later ? Or leave the buyer hanging ?

I have not received mine, but I'm already excited. This baby is under lifetime warranty coverage. This is the first amp which I know to have this kind of warranty coverage. Fire away yours.....

I have not received mine, but I'm already excited. This baby is under lifetime warranty coverage. This is the first amp which I know to have this kind of warranty coverage. Fire away yours..... Edit: Moved to HERE.

I want to tap into the potentials of the Stax Omega 2. I'm using the Blue Jeans LC-1 for interconnects. However, I have no idea what level of quality of RCA interconnects is appropriate to get the most out of the O2 rig. Would pure silver conductors be better than high quality copper ? Please...

Has anyone done a review or shootout on these two amps ? Any info. is appreciated.

Markl's R10 was sold at $4200. I'm checking reality. Who's the rich and famous one ended that deal ? Any head-fier ?

I'm looking for a high quality interconnect for my iPhone (1/8" slim) to the STAX SR-001 (1/8" standard). I prefer something about less than 6" long. Any recommendation ?

I'm thinking about some Japan versions of the Stax and other amps. However, I've read that some have used the 100v Japanese versions in the US (115v) without step-up. Is it safe ? Anyone had problem with this practice ?

I've read mixed information on the sound quality of the AT woodies. Someone has even rated the w10vtg the best of AT woodies. It must be the personal preferences or system synergy. Personally, I own 2 pairs of W2002, and the W11JPN is also coming home. I've listened to the W5000 at the...

I have a pair of SR100 which have the better drivers. I'm thinking about a mod to bring these phones closer to the HP1000 series. What do you suggest that I can do to mod these to give me a poorman HP1000 ? Thanks for any info.

I've upgraded my RKV II with OPA637, and really like the new sound. However, I wonder how the RKV II work with other opamps. RKV owners, besides the stock opamps, what other opamps have you used with the RKV II ? Please share your experiences.

It looks like all information regarding the RKV are gone after the crash. I'd love to learn more about results of mod'ing the RKV mark II. Please share your experiences and impressions of your opamp mods with the RKV mark II.

I have not gotten a chance to hear the W2002 with HA2002, but read that the HA2002 is tuned for the W2002. I guess the the W2002/HA2002 must have really good synergy. Is there any other amp which can compete with the HA2002 when it comes down to serving the W2002 ?

I'm thinking of upgrading the cable of my Grado SR series cans with Mogami Mini Quad, those used for microphones. Is Mogami Mini Quad an upgrade to Grado stock cable ? If the MMQ is not better than Grado stock, but change the sound signature, please share your impressions.

I'm thinking of upgrading the cable of my Grado SR series cans with Mogami Mini Quad, those used for microphones. Is Mogami Mini Quad an upgrade to Grado stock cable ? If the MMQ is not better than Grado stock, but change the sound signature, please share your impressions. Thanks.

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What's a fair price of a good condition RKV Mark II ? Also, is there any amp can match the RKV at it's current used price ? TIA.

The HF-1 has a special spot on my heart, and I've decided to make enhancement to the sound quality. I've read that Cardas cables are nice with Grado cans. However, I'd like to seek for more opinion and information regarding to cable upgrade for the HF-1. If you have cable upgrade on your HF-1...

This is the new threat to my GS1000 and K1000 : The ear pads are removed. The drivers are only isolated from your ears by a thin sheet of foam. How does it sounds ? I hear the vocal closeup similar to the typical on-stage presentation of the Grado cans, but without the typical...