I picked up the new iPad air with no music aspirations I already have plenty of sources iPhone older iPo etc.  There is significantly more power behind this device. It has enough to adequately power my AKG 702 for non critical listening. It is not the same experience as with a good amp but it is...

Even without an AMP they sound good and better than my grados. A mini3 is one option. I haven't tried many alternatives there is not exactly a rush with how they sound. I have tried the alternate pads but noting changes that they are painful after 30 min. There are lots of options in portable...

Quote: Originally Posted by Kabeer Is there an easy way to reinforce the strength of the magnets on a Yamaha driver? Say I wanted to boost the Yamaha YH-100 from its current 1,700 gauss magnet power to above 3,000 gauss. Even up to 5k if possible? The most extreme way would of...

Quote: Originally Posted by ericj I have to ask - did you block the vents in the cup with that viscotape? Quote: Originally Posted by Kabeer Hi Joe! Welcome to ortho madness . I like ur avatar! Team Yammy! Ok from what your describing I think you have slightly...

Greetings and salutations. Thanks for the info! I ran into this thread looking to buy what I assume was a HP-3 my first set of headphones. I got a pair of YH-3 and modded them with the craft felt, some foam and 3M viscoelastic tape to dampen the shell and diver. It subjectively seems a...