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DX1000 vs. W5000
Hi all, I'm looking for a comparison of these two headphones for a purchase. I have read up all about W5000 but cannot find anything compared to DX1000. I really enjoyed W10vtg when I borrowed it, but I'm really on the fence comparing these two different sound signatures. If someone could help...- null
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The Pillbugs- great modern all analog psych band!
Hey guys, I thought I would share this fantastic "undiscovered" band with you guys. the pillbugs are a mix of psychedelia and pop, can be compared to badfinger or xtc. I bought their latest cd, Buzz For Aldrin. I'm not 'endorsing' the band commercially or anything, this is just a fantastic... -
Review: The Who - Live at Leeds Deluxe vs. 1995 Remaster vs. MFSL audiophile master
After owning the Live at Leeds 1995 MCA remaster (14 tracks) and the NFSL remaster of LAL for a while, I figured I would purchase the "Deluxe" edition from Amazon -- it includes the previously unreleased live Tommy material. I popped it in, and to my surprise the Deluxe sounded considerably... -
The Ultimate Who Thread!
Hello everyone! Let's start a thread in dedication to the most energetic, powerful classic rock band in the history of the universe! THE WHO! What album is your favourite? When, if ever did you first experience them in their live glory? Which member do you most admire? Are The Who the best... -
I ask a favour from someone across the pond!
Hi guys. Well I've been looking for a computer motherboard that has PCI-E graphics and uses socket 478 ... i had no luck until i came across the Asus P4GPL-X. Only problem is, i cannot for the life of me find a place that will ship this thing to Canada. I've only been able to find two places...- null
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I am utterly appalled by the greed of the corporate bigwigs...
This speaks for itself... It sounds like we're entering some sort of futuristic apocolyptic setting where every aspect of creativity is governed by money-hungry corporate ***holes. How could they shut down a tablature site when mostly every single tab that is submitted is intrepreted by the...- null
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Quick question about substituting a cap...
I have a circuit that calls for one 331/330 pf ceramic disc capacitor. Unfortunately, I lost it, but I have some 332 pf caps i can de-solder off of other things. Will this work, or do i need to get a new cap with 1 less pf? (just wondering because I did try a 332 but it didnt work -- it could be...- null
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I need to put together a speaker system for $1000...
Hi guys. My father wants to buy a speaker system so he can listen to all of his music at home. He wants to spend no more than around $1000. I've decided that the Athena MSB2s are probably the way to go in terms of speakers, now I just need an amp and cd player. Is it possible to get a good...- null
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My 1 year anniversary
Yay for me! ...I was trying to get my 1 year anniversary and 1500 headphoneus supremus posts to coincide with each other but unfortunately it didn't pan out. Oh well. Here is my 1 year anniversary prize game. PM me with the title Trivia Answer and the answer to this trivia question. The...- null
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Olympus E-300 (EVOLT) or Nikon D70? Please advise!
Hi guys. I've been saving for quite a while now and my birthday is coming up, which means a good chunk of change from my folks and relatives. I want to buy a digital SLR. I have a Minolta X-700 with a few lenses right now and I love it, but I also love the flexibility and power that comes with...- null
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Anyone here listen to reggae? I desperately need help identifying a song...
Hi guys. I was listening to some cool reggae someone had playing. There were a few songs from ONE artist that were really good. I can't remember much about them lol. One song's lyrics had something along the lines of "live and die, live and die, live and die, going downtown tonight!" (or... -
What!? Green box has appeared (problem with monitor?)
What; I woke up today, turned my mother's PC on, and I am greeted with a rather large green "box" that is at the top-right of my computer screen. Everything I do, the box is still there. Any text that appears through the box is kinda blurry! What could this be, a bad monitor? (We've only had the...- null
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Funny images thread NO.2!!!
Post your funny images! FUNNY PICTURES FOR THE WIN!!!- null
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Follow up with my Minolta X-700 (some nice pics i took)
Hi guys! I've been playing around with my minolta x-700 that I asked about before a while ago. I've learned basic stuff already (aperture, shutter speed, exposure etc) and I started to take some pictures. ...I just want to share some pics I think you guys may like (they arent the best in the...- null
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Funny head-fi names.
Do you guys have any member's names that you like because they sound funny? dr. anus is a choice example hehe.- null
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How do I correctly insert ER4P foamies? The tubes hurt my ears!
Hey guys! I just got my ER4ps today. Unfortunately, I can't seem to get foamies to go into my ears without the little tubes that you attach hurting my ears. Is there a correct way to insert them? Thanks!- null
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Cheap, simple, and quick way to completely eliminate "pop-on" noise...
Some of you may already know of this little trick, but to completely eliminate that annoying ear-drum bursting POP!! (when you have headphones plugged into an amp and you turn it on, or you plug your headphones into an amp that is on), just do this... 1. Find an old crappy pair of headphones...- null
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Anyone own this old-school Minolta SLR?
Minolta X-700 My mom bought this camera back when it first came out. She was interested in photography as well at the time. She said she still had it lying around somewhere and I didn't know much about this camera, but it was in IMMACULATE condition; she babied it. After looking on the...- null
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High-performance PS2/XBOX component cable?
Hey guys. This idea has been in my mind for quite some time now. Would there be a way to construct a DIY PS2 or XBOX component video cable? All I see is Monster crap out there; it would be really cool to make my own with good wire and plugs. The only problem is; I can't find any male connectors...- null
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Examples of Consumer Ignorance...
Hey guys. Reading funny stories about consumer ignorance (like all mp3 players = ipods; that sort of stuff) I find is hilarious. Would you guys care to share some stories about stuff like that? (Workplace, relatives, etc.) It sounds kinda weird, but...- null
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Pop-on/off supression circuit?
Hey guys. Wondering if I can build me a cheap, high quality pop-on/off suppression (reducer) circuit for my headphones. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks.- null
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Would an attenuator solve this?
Hey guys. I notice that when I reach a certain volume level with my modded 3950 the left driver becomes much more louder than the right. Would an attenuator solve this problem? And, if so, where would I be able to purchase one? (I swore I saw one or two over at Headroom, but it appears they...- null
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FLAC or 328 kbps MP3?
Hey guys! Quick question. I just got a Rio Karma and I will be recieving ER4ps very soon. I was planning to use 328 kbps EAC-ripped LAME-encoded mp3s, but I'm not sure how revealing the ER4ps are. Should I encode in FLAC instead? Thanks.- null
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What did you guys get for Christmas!!?
Hey hey hey! I got a Rio Karma, and a crapload of Simpsons + South Park + Family Guy DVDs. Yay!- null
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