I'm running an x-can v3 into my AKG 501s. It offers a slightly fuller sound than my Meridian preamp headphone output, but there is some loss of clarity in the sound compared to the Meridian, and the background is significantly less 'empty'. I'd be very grateful if someone could give me some...

I know a lot of people have commented on the advantages of using a proper power supply for the earlier versions of the X-can, but I was wondering whether anyone here has tried it with the v3, and if so what the results were. I wouldn't completely rule out the X-PSU (even at £250!) if the...

Please excuse the 'chicken' newbie question, but my X-can is still under warranty, and I want to be very careful when opening it to change valves. Could someone offer me a quick step-by-step guide? Thanks so much for any help - and to everyone for a great forum! Neil

Does anyone have experince of Harma valves in an X-can. My local supplier has recommended them, but I'm keen to know if they've been tried before as they're not cheap. (I've had trouble finding a supplier who can reliably match valves for me here in the UK.) Also, as this is my first tube...