Right now I'll be sticking with Etymotics ER-4Ps. Might make a change in the future, but for now it will be 4Ps on the go, and when I take this thing to school I may use an old pair of ATH-A900 that I've got laying around - we'll see how well the 71A handles those.

Well, the SR-71A arrived today, unfortunately I haven't had any time to listen to more than one song because I have an exam tomorrow, and my home rig is usually just fine when I'm at my desk. So in that spirit I'll hold off from giving any impressions, other than to say this thing has A+ build...

I think the penguin is starting to be more and more popular - but I haven't been keeping up with the DIY scene lately. I'd be interested in seeing some wooden designs, but this is all beyond the point. I should point out that Head-FI's DIY sub-forum will be a much better place to go for your...

Make sure it's an Altoids tin, it definitely adds character to the sound. ;) Welcome to Head-Fi!

Sure, definitely. I didn't by any means try to imply my answer was all encompassing. Sorry if that misled you. :triportsad:

If I got one to pair with my kit I'd probably shorten their included cable, and buy a cheaper mini-to-mini from HeadRoom.

Double.

The Solo seems interesting. But I'm a little put off by the price they ask for those interconnecting cables. Am I way off base here? They include the rubber bands because its obvious people are gonna wanna stack this but including the short cables was way beyond the call of duty. Ahh, that's...

Did you take this to the DIY forum? The readers who frequent there might be better suited to look over your schematic and your actual soldering. Sorry I can't be much help.

Often times the built in amplifier in your MBP will not be able to deliver the power (in terms current / voltage - someone else can probably offer more details here) that less sensitive headphones require in order to reproduce that analog signal accurately (or to their fullest). You could try...

I would be interested in reading your impressions of the 71A + DT-880 combo, even before you get your HR-2 rig up and running (maybe with a comparison afterwards, post burn-in?). The DT-880 has been on my list for a little while and with this 71A in the mail it will be an even more pertinent...

Haha, this is actually pretty silly since I only live about 90 miles from RS Audio, I could have driven to pick it up... probably should have when I think about it - but time is money.   I'm kicking myself for not thinking of that before I placed my order, actually.  *facepalm*

I dunno, I made it to and from work today, but I can see why the shipping situation might be slowed down. Perhaps an "I got your order, will be shipping as soon as weather permits" email would be nice tho...  It's cool tho, I'll give it some time.   You know how it is tho, just eager to get...

Well I placed my order for an SR-71A last night; or rather I forwarded Ray my cash thru paypal, so hopefully I'll be able to really participate in this appreciation thread soon. Anyhow, what's the usual turn around time for Ray, I haven't heard from him since transfering, and does he usually...

Ouch, my wallet! I went with the 71a.  Thanks for the help everyone!