I was wondering if anyone knows the definitive pin-outs for the mini-XLR connectors (don't have my multimeter with me). Thanks in advance!

Anybody know where would be a place to pick one up in Toyko? Is the price set at 350,000 yen? Thanks in advance :)

aurabullet, answer my PMs.

I would choose the AKG K701/K702/Q702s. They are fantastic for the price, and I've heard a lot of other headphones and I'd say they are among the best by far for the money.

What are some of the best tube amps available? Of course since tubes are important, any combos you particularly like?

For those of you that have heard the Liquid Fire with the HD800s how did you like it? I have both a LCD-2 and a HD800 and am considering whether the HD800s should be paired with another amp.

Ah, will look into that. Is it worth spending an extra grand to get a Cavalli Liquid Fire?

Sorry to diverge from the discussion a bit, but what are your top choices for an amp with the LCD-2's for $1k-$2k?

Anyone in the Irvine area have Grado RS2i's and the Sennheiser HD650s? One of my friends is interested in trying out both of them. I have a HD800s for you to try out! Let me know

Any clue how to clean earpads on the HD800s removing the particles and lint? I need to keep them nice and spotless

How would I test the balance of the left and right drivers? It must be just an instinct but I really want to make sure that both sides are balanced in their outputs.

Yeah, I really couldn't resist. The HD800s were just magical, I honestly preferred them over many other headphones like the Qualias etc. It was definitely special to me. Can any of you guys give me a ranking about what amps you thought worked with the HD800s and which amps you liked more?

I really don't know how you would describe "short term". I was thinking maybe 3 years or somewhere around there. I could stretch the price limit a little if i deemed that it will absolutely be worth it. Any other tube/ss ideas?

Let me start off by saying canjam 09 was really a nice place and allowed me to really fall in love wit the HD 800s. Now that I have ordered the headphones, I will surely need a great amp! I know my current WA3 + DAC-AM won't do the headphones justice. Now here's the question, with a budget under...

I definitely like the SA5000. It has great sound stage and is very enjoyable to listen for rock & pop. : K701s are very nice too.