I've been considering one of Jan's HA2's for quite awhile now. Now, with all the excitement and glowing talk of the Heed, I'm torn between the two. Anyone hear both? I realize the Heed is new and few people have heard one... that being said, the people that have constitute a wealth of...

Hello, How do I activate the optical output on my H140 in Rockbox? I used to use the optical out with the normal iriver firmware but I just installed rockbox and I do not know how to get the optical out to turn on. thanks

Hello, I think I'm gonna get the Ultrasone Proline 650, I just can't find another closed can that really looks too exciting... I want comfort, isolation, and a FUN listening experience. Not too bright but with good separation and clear highs. And good, clean impactful bass. I've been...

Hi All, I'm trying to find a comfortable closed phone for extended use (6-10 hours a day). I enjoy mostly rock, classical and trance/trip-hop. I will run them directly out of a cowon x5 as I don't want to use my amp and chew up batteries. I also don't want to carry an amp/batteries and...

I have just sold my 4G ipod and ordered an iaudio x5L 30G. Since the ipod was first and only dap, I don't have any experience using any other programs besides itunes for managing my music library. Is it possible to connect the X5 to my computer and download all the music in itunes onto the...

I've just ordered some new quads of EL34's for my highly modded dynaco st-70. This is the first tube amp that I've ever owned that did not have a bias meter built in to the amp. How do I go about biasing each tube? I have a meter... is there any other equipment I need? Do I have to open...

Hi All, I'm hoping to get a nudge toward one of these amps as I'm itching to upgrade and having a difficult time wading through all the info on both of these two portable amps. I currently use a 20g Ipod photo->pocketdock->cardas mini-mini->home built c-moy->um2's. I use wav or lossless...

Just a quick head's up.... I found The Stones "Let it Bleed" SACD Hybrid Remaster at overstock.com for $14+ It's one of my favorites and I thought I'd share the good fortune. Enjoy!

I'm considering a new minidisc player/recorder for my portable music needs. I recently lost a Sony MDR-900DPC. I want to replace it with a top-notch unit... I'm considering a Sharp DR-7 but I'm afraid of the strong bass that the sharp players are supposed to have. I really want true...

OK, OK I know this is ridiculous... How do I attach a photo to my signature? Step by step instructions really help. Thanks!!

Hey, I've got a private league set up on yahoo and I'm looking for 5 more people to join. It's a totally casual group just playing for fun. If you're interested pm me and I'll give you the league ID and password.

I'm interested in adding vinyl to my slowly growing system. I'm interested in getting a used turntable to keep the cost down but I don't have a clue about brands/models etc. For what it's worth, it's going to go through the Melos SHA-Gold to either my headphones or speakers. I'm not...

I recently picked up one of these beauties for an absurdly low price. I am very impressed with this unit. Not only does it sound very authoritative with the HD 600/Equinox combo; it also makes my B&W's absolutely sing It seems to have a much more musical quality than my old SHA-1 although it's...

Can you please help me choose a digital cable for hooking my source to a Bel Canto DAC. I would really like to keep the cost under $100 if possible. Used cable is also an option. I'm going to go the digital coax route unless anyone has a better idea. Thanks everyone!!

Can anyone recommend a place to pick up an external crossfeed for a home system? I've read some threads pertaining to their use but I've never been able to find any commercially made versions.

What do you think about your new amp? I'm looking forward to hearing your opinions.

Today I ordered the Maxed Out Home with the stepped attenuator. It'll get here Wed. from Headroom and I'll post a short comparison to my microZOTL. I can't wait!!!! Oh I feel soooooo guilty.

I want a RKV I want a headmaster I want R10's I want HP1000's...

OK I've been a fan since I was drawing on mom's teat. I really enjoy the different phases of this band. I picked up the remastered version of Stand Up and am loving it. It fits perfectly with my Zotl and W100's. If you like Tull, get this remastered album. Very clean and lots of punch with...

Has anyone besides KurtW had the chance to hear both of these amps? I'm trying to find a good complement to my newly acquired W100's and these are the 2 amps I've narrowed it down to. The Headmaster has a remote, can work as preamp, and is solid state. The Zotl gets amazing reviews, is a...

Anyone besides Flumpus and Kelly have a chance to hear this combo? I would like to know if the Melos complements this headphone or if it makes it sound "harsh" as some have described. I'm planning on picking up a set of W100's but am afraid of some of the comments I've read here in the forums...

hi all, i'm very interested in bluegrass music and love the sound of the instruments on the upfront presentation the grado 325's. i know individual songs and some albums but am looking for some recommendations of high quality recordings and smokin' picking. any sources of great labels or...

I started fooling around with mp3 on Morpheus recently and tried copying some songs onto my md recorder with the pc-link. The songs copied OK but there are hiccups in the stream that show up as pauses similar to a scratched cd. Is there a better place to download music or better quality...

Hi All... I'm planning on building some interconnects and would like some guidance on which would be the right ones. Considering it's my first foray in the DIY world, what would be the most difficult to screw up? I have some soldering experience but am not a pro by any means. Should I go...

I officially joined team Melos today and bought a 1994 silver-faced SHA-1. It should get here some time next week. Which tubes have which character and where can I find them? I'm new to the tubeland and feeling ignorant Thanks to everyone for the info; it was valuable and helped me make...