Agree, I've experimented with the 2.5/5m Stax extensions and can't tell they're there - except when the amp can't drive it. Putting a Sigma on a 5m is problematic for most Stax amps in my small experiments, for example.

The Stax amps are good too IMHO, just different. I like the relaxed warmth that Stax has over KG designs (I have the KGST, KGSSHV, Megatron and T2 (just finishing)). Just like there are different concert halls, I vary my amps. This morning was a SRM-T1W/ED-1 Sig/Lambda pro sig which was...

Sure, they make stuff for the mass market, they want it to be 110% safe and user friendly. With exposed tubes a kid could theoretically poke a knife at the base pins and see hundreds of VDC, for example. So we'll probably not see another big tube system from them, they seem comfortable with the...

After sleeping on it, I think the problem with this amp is that there's not a lot of apparant remarkable with it. Consider: it uses common tubes, follows the usual Stax chassis style and the circuit seems to be not out of line with their other amps. For nearly $6k we might expect something...

Good write up. I recall some mention of a bias adjust circuit to compensate for warmup. So turn it on and you're ready to go. That, plus casework, extra shielding and expandability would add to the cost somewhat, but yes 3X does seem a bit steep. Perhaps $4k would seem more in line with the amp...

Congratulations to Stax for a new flagship. It does indeed look like my SRM T1W and also the SRM Monitor A/B/C. Basically a wider version of their regular amp, which is a great thing in my opinion. I love Stax factory small form factors - no need to go overboard with a monster amplifier. "Stereo...

009 has the best detail, 007mk1 next and 207 last in that lineup. If you're looking for detail one of the old think membrane lambda pro's is probably king, but might have other aspects you might not like. The new L700 is the best all rounder IMO.    404LE is one of my all time favs too, it's...

My financial situation has changed and unfortunately I'm not in a position to get my BHSE from this shipping batch. I've written Justin multiple times but have gotten no replies so far. Meanwhile, if you'd like a blue with the upgraded attenuator please contact me. 

  Pretty much everything     Don't know what your asking. On a Stax amp the SQ leaps significantly. It seems to show that there's more SQ in the amp (and DAC) chain to be pulled out, proving yet again the transducer has the greatest effect on the SQ. Also could mean that it's easier to...

Maybe I misunderstood what people generally mean by the Stax Fart. I don't get it from ear pad seals but plastic which squeaks and grates. I have a NOS pair of 404 Sigs which do it horribly. Just the type of old plastic they used, before it wears in it makes all sorts of noises.    Anyhow...

Less clamping, more room, more wiggle room. The 009 kind of suction onto your ears and are a perfect fit (but they feel first class), these are more loosey-goosey. Which you prefer is personal, I like both for different reasons. I like the 009 initially, but long term listening it starts to feel...

Got my SR-L700 and am listening. Interesting, quite a different Lambda. More room in the earpieces, no more ear pressing against the grill I think, yay! Also oddly I can't find any markings for L-R, I have too use the dashed line on the cord to determine. Maybe it's there somewhere but I can't...

I just got notice that Kaneda at PJ is shipping my SR-L700 on Monday. Will report back here. 

  Using them with KGST/KGSSHV/717/600/DA-80 (transformer coupled) etc etc, and with a Pawel HP-1 mk2 and mk3. Hard to argue to I don't have enough Stax amps  to test with     Anyhow flobby is just a word, could mean anything. I use it in comparison to the other Stax. Listening to them all on...

  A great variety, including vintage Stax CDP's. I hear little differences in DAC's, compared to easily heard characteristics of amps and headphones.      amplifiers, basically almost every one Stax made, and most of the Mafia (still finishing the T2 and haven't started the Carbon yet). ...