LP12/Lingo owner (twice)   The first one I sold and could never find anything to equal it so I bought another one.

Nice work Joe. To someone who has not taken the plunge into customs (like me) and occasionally considers doing so (like me), reviews like this are the bread and butter of  this site. Your commitment to leaving "no stone unturned" keeps this site a valuable treasure trove of information.  I...

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I like the Zo.  Everything else I own sounds thin and tinny in comparison. I don't know how they do it. Be advised though that it affects all the frequencies with varying results but they are mostly positive. The thing is addicting as heck so be warned.

Those are really handsome wires Joe. Do they look that nice in person?   Also, great review. Keep up the good work.

Did they really think they could pull that old trick off? We here at HeadFi are tried and true audio enthusiasts and budding audiophiles not a bunch of vain kids trying to "look cool" right? I mean seriously, did they really think they could flash some eye candy in front of us and increase...

Quote:   Sad truth it will probably be a gift for the gardener.   Money goes to money  

Oh so that's Kenny G?   I thought it was Tiny Tim.

Which is better and why. Stuff is moving forward at breakneck speeds but are they really better or just different?

Man, I just have to say it again, these GR8's are absolutely beautiful !!!  And yes better than the 262. To get the best from them they need to be fully broken in and properly amped. Then they sound like a full size headphone. Amazing!!! Anyone doubting the GR8's testicular fortitude in the...

  Quote: I think GR10 does resemble full size Grados a lot. Especially when listening to grungy guitar and in their ability to rock out. They can play loud when connected to an amp and a top quality source.   As for the W3 (Class C Stereophile Recommended Component) I have to agree...

Will you still have the HM801 when the Solo arrives so you can compare the sound quality of each? I know the right thing to do is part with one of my HM801's and just step out in faith and grab a Solo. When it comes to versatility, the Solo seems to have it all. As for sound quality, time will tell.

Quote: Wow, thanks for this link. Kinda just sums it all up for us.   

@cooperpwc " Is anyone else using the Stepdance low gain setting with full size cans?"   Yes, after reading long ago in this thread that average_joe was using low gain with his StepDance and LCD-2 I decided to try it as well. I too prefer the low gain setting and experience results the same...

  Quote: I have to agree wholeheartedly.  Although I'm not real familiar with the music making capabilities of different phones these days (perhaps someone can enlighten me) my guess is that the GR10 would not sound its best connected to a cell phone. As I've mentioned in the past, I...

I so want the AlgoRhythm Solo. It's size mates perfectly with the ALO Rx Mk2 Amp. The thing is, I want to use it with the StepDance. I wonder how possible that will be.

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Quote: I own the Hippo VB as well and they absolutely rock. They are loads of fun !!! Unfortunately though they are not in the same league as the GR10, Not even close. Grado has been around for as long as I can remember. The SR60 to this day is listed as Stereophile's Recommended...

Quote:   What choo talkin bout Willis? Some call me obsessive compulsive. I like to think of mice elf as an avid hobbyist.

Quote: Look they even have the L/R channel marker bump. Interesting.  

A quick search of the internet (because I've never heard of nookcolor) shows this player to be more of a book (or should I say periodicals) reader. I think it's price (249.00) reflects it's wi fi capabilities, large screen and gadget oriented nature and not necessarily it's "music making...

I think the associated equipment is absolutely relevent.  I don't find the GR8 or 10 for that matter to be a cheap and cheerful contender. The better the the electronics in front of them, the better the sound that will be reproduced. The ol' garbage in garbage out effect. On the flip side of...

yes I own the MTPC and the GR8 and 10 but not the MC5. What is irrelevant?

Quote: Really?  Just out of curiosity, what is your associated equipment?

GREAT review as usual Joe. Very thorough and concise to be sure. I don't own a pair of customs (yet) but reading your review, I've got a good idea what they would be like. From what you wrote, they seem to be a very accurate performer for sure. As flattering as you are with your...