That's what I thought...was just sorta hoping that it was the extension cord....lol oh well.  Not sure about the panasonic headphones, though....  I'm always hesitant to buy a set without trying them out first.  Thanks for the reply! =)

EDIT:  Sorry for not introducing myself ahead of time!  My name is Bryan and I primarily listen to vinyl records.  I'm using a pro-ject carbon turntable in conjunction with a rotel amplifier.  My speakers are the new large advents (with the 3 way switch on the back).     I own a pair of...