Hi guys, I just got my SXH1 and, yes, I know it needs many hours to burn in--but does burn in also affect the level of gain? I mean, with the volume cranked, it's just approaching moderate volume with my Senn HD650's and even worse with my trusty old AKG 240DF. Off course, with my Shure...

Ugh...to use an already overused expression--the best things don't come easy. Welcome to Opera. I've seen the wonderful admiration of Mahler...not only here...just look at the pages devoted to him on the American Record Guide (ARG) site--much more than Verdi or Wagner. According to ARG...

Has anyone really spent much time with the stock cable on the HD650?? Even Headroom indicates that the cable used on the HD650 "has been much improved OFC cable", though they "continue to recommend the Cardas upgrade..." I believe Tueberoller mentioned that the stripped cables looked the...

I just got my SX-H1 and it hasn't even had the chance to burn in properly....but, has anyone contemplated doing any mods to it yet??? Or has anyone identified a specific component that could use an upgrade? I know this place is FULL of tweakers and tinkerers so I'd love to hear your thoughts!

I know this site is based on sound reproduction....but I'm curious to see how many people subscribe or attend live (unamplified) performances. I've read many comparisons among equipment, but nothing really comparing recordings or equipment compared to live performances--the ultimate goal (?) of...