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    My 32GB Flash IPod Mini

    If anyone is interested in a pre-modded green 2nd gen w/ A-Data 32gb card and brand new high capacity battery, I have mine listed in the source gear for sale forum. Works beautifully but for my use I'm preferring my 80gb iPod 5.5.
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    Do Grados Irritate Your Ears?

    For what it's worth, I did not find the SR-60's sonically or physically comfortable. I am somewhat easily fatigued, but the Grado's did it very quickly. But, they are inexpensive and popular for sale/trade around here, so you could always pick up a pair and pass them along if you don't like...
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    My 32GB Flash IPod Mini

    All of the bits and pieces for my flash-based Mini finally came in, and I'm happy to say I was quite successful. I used the 32gb A-Data card available for $70 at NewEgg. I also installed a $10 (shipped) replacement battery, and put it all into a green 2nd gen Mini with a weak battery. The Mini...
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    My 32GB Flash IPod Mini

    I remember reading about this hack quite some time ago, and am glad to see it goes to 32gb. I just ordered... Green 2nd gen Mini with weak battery, $34 shipped on eBay 750mAh replacement battery, $10 shipped on eBay 32gb A-Data CF card, about $75 shipped from NewEgg So a 32 gig flash...
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    Place to get a Cheap Record Player

    I found a "broken" Technics belt drive table on Craigslist for $5. Ended up just needing a new belt. Replaced the belt for about $10, put on a Grado Black cartridge from TTVJ, and I have an "OK" table setup for about $90. Also have a few dollars in a protractor, brushes, cleaning supplies...
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    Am i missing out on any headphone brands?

    Well, my kid cousin told me lately that Bose and Skullcandy make great headphones. Bit my tongue.... To be serious though, Klipsch is new to the IEM market, and I've read a lot of praise for some specific Sony models.
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    HD600 and Miles Davis

    Loving this thread. A common trait so far is people love this album, and people love this album with the Sennheiser sound signature. I agree on both counts! First enjoyed this album on PX-100's, and now on HD-580's. My copy is a standard redbook release that was recommended several times...
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    Grado sr60/80/MS1 vs px100?

    I know I'm in the crazy minority here, but... I love my PX-100's as an all around versatile set of cans. I wanted something more, so I bought a pair of Grado SR-60s and burned them in. I stil kept going back to the PX-100's. It's not an issue of sound quality -- I think the SR-60's...
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    Headphones that gave you your first "eargasm"?

    I don't think I've had my first "eargasm" yet, however, I do recall being pleased with my PX-100's over some Sony "sport" style headphones I had been using. I was expecting something with my Grado SR-60s, but I quickly learned that it's not the sound for me. I've really been enjoying my...
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    Favorite Podcasts?

    Smodcast (Kevin Smith & Scott Moser's podcast) Diggnation Tikibar TV (it's a video podcast but worth it!)
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    mac users- what's your music player?

    Hard to be iTunes. Instead of screwing around with trying to get FLAC support working well in iTunes, I would recommend downloading Max, converting from FLAC to Apple Lossless, and then you have native support. Max can convert FLAC to Apple Lossless in just a few seconds per track on my...
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    How many hours/week do you guys listen to music?

    I try to listen all day at work and some at home. Too many distractions though. I'd say 15ish. This would probably be a good poll.
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    Beginner's headphones

    Quote: Originally Posted by red.13 I got my HD-555 today. What can I say... I love 'em . So everything is perfect in them apart from: * At first they felt uncomfortable, but now everything is ok * Sometimes basses sound a bit flat and without 'powa', but it's not that bad after you...
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    A Plug for the Sennheiser PX100

    Quote: Originally Posted by tjohnusa Love mine here also. Mattopia can you be a little more exact on what aspects of the sound are better or worse about the two? I always have a hard time describing in words, but... The PX-100's just sound a bit more natural to me. I find the...
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    HD-580's on the way - how to drive them?

    Quote: Originally Posted by Penchum Was it important to use the iPod with one? I use my iPod as a source about 30% of the time at home and about 80% of the time at work. It's really a matter of convenience, as I can also use my Macbook Pro at home with its optical out. I take my...
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