Hi I own an original LaRocco PPA which I have started to use once again. At present it is being used with an Elpac wallwart (which it originally came with). How much of an improvement will I see if I move from the wallwart to a dedicated linear regulated supply ie the Tangent STEPS? Is the...

I have decided to dust off my headphone system which has been dormant for the last 4 years. I just sold my HD650's and replaced them with a new pair of RS1's - and I am MUCH happier in the process. I purchased one of the first PPA's from LaRocco back in December of 2003 and waited for one of...

Hi I purchased a pair of Sennheiser 650's/Zu Mobius about 5 years ago when I first discovered this forum - that and had LaRocco build me a PPA amp (are they still even around?). I never really listened at all to the cans as my last five years have been dedicated hard core to my top tier Naim...

Hi to all I have been away from you guys for several years so I need to catch up. In a nutshell I have a Senn. 650 w/ Zu cable and an original LaRocco PPA amp (is Larry still around and how is my PPA considered - still up to snuff?). I really do not use my cans much at all since I have a...

Hi It has been about 2 years since I have browsed this forum (does anyone remember the first LaRocca amp?) so I am a bit out of touch with things. A simple question - I presently use Ety 4P's for my ipod (over the last 4-5 years) - what is the best pair of reasonably priced over the head...

Hi Does anyone know about these headphones? Are they the same as the original PX100 and PX200? Are they available in the US (particularly the PX200 Chrome- closed can and good for the gym)? Gregg

Guys You are RIGHT !!! My Zu came in this afternoon- first of all these are outright SEXY - absolutely BEAUTIFUL ! Very easy unplugging the stock cords, however a NIGHTMARE installing these. First impression: Where did my bass go ??? Instead of continuing to listen I just put them down...

Well guys I have not seen many reviews on the LaRocco PPA/Diamond Buffer--maybe because not many have been delivered. I originally ordered my PPA from Larry 2 months ago and received it and sent it right back for some custom case work and modificatiion. While Larry had it he complimentary...

Hi Maybe this has been asked before, however: What opinions do you guys have over using the Tivoli PAL with an iPod as opposed to the Altec Lansing In Motion portable speakers? One advantage of the Tivoli's is that they will also work with the new iPod mini if I get one down the road. I...

A quick post before I leave for vacation- I just received my "rebadged" LaRocco PPA from Larry. I sent it back to him to have a custom case fabricated instead of the original Hammond. In the process he also added the diamond buffer module. Dont ask me how it sounds as I will not be able to...

Well my attempts at putting back together my old Hi Fi system have definitely suffered a case of upgraditis. The only "solid rock" are my old ProAc Super Tablette speakers. My search initially led me to narrow down to a Rega P3 table- an Arcam 65+ Integrated- and either a demo Arcam FMJ CD23...

I just finished reassembling my system with the following: my old ProAc Tablette speakers-a new Rega P3 turntable- and a CD player. I was set on buying a demo Arcam FMJ23 from my dealer (it really impressed me)-- until I asked what else was in that price range- and current (not discontinued)...

Welcome to HeadFi- Sorry about your wallet. So True- I started with an amp/headphone setup (LaRocco PPA+650's) and I now have moved on to reassembling my HiFi system. The ProAc Super Tablette speakers were dusted off (unused for 10 years) and a trip was made to the local store. After two...

Here is PART TWO of my previous thread soliciting feedback on the above CD components http://www4.head-fi.org/forums/showt...threadid=53680 I went to audition the following: Arcam 73-Rotel 1070-Rega Planet. I am not an audiophile however my uneducated ears concluded the following: I liked...

"Welcome to Head-Fi-Sorry about your wallet" How true this rings. To summarize: the LaRocco PPA and Senn 650's will be arriving shortly. I have been going crazy researching for a CD source (I gave up on a PCDP). I do not want to go overboard however there is not much out there which is...

How are the TEAC's. The size seems fine. The 500 I believe is discontinued-WHERE CAN IT STILL BE FOUND? The 303 is a 3 disc changer which I really do not need. That leaves the 550 which probably replaces the 500. Is this replacement better of worse? The Cyrus models are too expensive...

Well I am moving my original posting from the portables forum over to here: http://www4.head-fi.org/forums/showt...threadid=53003 I have on order both a LaRocco PPA and a pair of Senn 650's. I originally wanted a small Portable CD to sit on my desk to use with this setup however I got...

"Welcome to Head-Fi. Sorry about your wallet" How this rings so true! You guys are CRAZY. Well I spoke with Larry at LaRocco and I am detailing my amp; the HD 650's are on order. I am going to use this setup with my iPod 3G Dock connector LINE OUT. IF I want a small CD player (portable to...

"Welcome to Head-Fi. Sorry about your wallet" How this rings so true! You guys are CRAZY. Well I spoke with Larry at LaRocco and I am detailing my amp; the HD 650's are on order. I am going to use this setup with my iPod 3G Dock connector LINE OUT. IF I want a small CD player (portable to...

Hello to all Thanks for the many replies. It seems that the overwhelming answer is to take advantage of my opportunity and buy a Senn at dealer cost. To all who PM'd me I'm sorry but I can only buy ONE headphone: Sorry QUESTION: I mentioned the 650's because they are the latest and greatest...

Hi Just narrowing down on putting my system together: iPod into either a Headsave Elite Classic or Headsave PPA. I am unsure about which as one day down the road I might upgrade the source with a portable CD player. For now it's just too convienent to have my music in MP3 format...

I hope this is the right forum for this post. Here it goes: I lurked these forums 2 yrs ago when I got my iPod and bought the Ety 4P's -- GREAT! (I use them on the plane) I now want a home system with non ear canal headphones (Grado 225-325 or Senn 580-600) and realize that I need an amp...

Well this is my second post here. My first one "You guys are crazy" mentioned that I bought a pair of Ety 4P's for my iPod 2 years ago. I am now back to reading this crazy forum again and I also have a new 40Gig iPod. I want an alternative to my 4P's to use at home and initially I did NOT want...

Well here I go again. I started reading this forum 2 years ago when I got my ipod upon its initial release. Listening to you crazy guys got me to purchase the Etymotic 4P. At the time I thought I was insane to purchase an "ear plug" for that price. YOU WERE ALL RIGHT! They are truly amazing...