How old are these? Are there any driver issues? Is it still under warranty? Are you first owner? Thanks much, Matt

Just wanted to say, "Thank you!" for this great tutorial with the most helpful pics. I am doing this for a second time, as I just didn't like the way it turned out the first time. I want it to look perfect, or as near as I am able to get it there, lol! Truly, you are a very much-appreciated...

Well, I am a big believer in buying refurbished, & at times "B" stock, as they generally have minimal, if any blemishes. The price difference is on a case-by-case basis.   I bring this up, because there is a website that sells refurbished-authorized for Denon and Sennheiser, and "B" stock...

Quote:   How nice is David? I am the poor sod who messed up one of my drivers, lol! I was trying to take the smaller, inner cover off of the driver to expose it for re-wiring. My goal is to re-wire this bad boy for balanced operation. As I have a balanced amp, I thought it would be a...

OK, so I talked to the parts dept. at Sennheiser, and they only sell the drivers in pairs, and, get this, they are $202 for a pair!!   Well, I only need one driver, but I would also be willing to buy your busted pc350 w/ good drivers in it.   Or, if anyone has actually found somewhere...

 Yes, I have already used that combo, and it worked well for gaming.   Let us know what you think if/when you do it.   Take care, Matt

Are these the originals, or replacements?   Try turning them upside down, and/ or placing them on the other side.  They should match up, just take your time, and they will snap into place.   Let us know if you are still having problems.   Take care, Matt  

Hey guys, I just wanted to thank hero as well for the great mod.   But, I also wanted to point out that you can buy these cans refurbished for a fraction of the retail $250, or whatever they are going for today. I don't want to break any rules, so just google refurbished Denon. They are...

Quote: Hello rivalyoung, and welcome to headfi!  In regards to your Fiio amp, I would give them a ring, or shoot an email to them and explain your situation. Personally, I find it very helpful to speak with someone in person, as you can usually get things worked out quicker that way vs...

I also have Denon D2ks, and I re-cabled them with mogami 2534 to run balanced into my Little Dot MKVII+(as well as my matching LD DAC_1), and the sound is impressive, authoritative, very good solid deep thumping bass, as well as a very smooth, detailed top end, not to mention the mids are very...

Hi there. I am wondering if maybe the mechanism that is supposed to shut the mic off when in the "up" position is not being fully engaged, if at all.  Maybe try putting the mic up a little quicker, or make sure it is up all the way...?  Other than that, I would look into the card.  It may have...

Had the same problem...and I searched through my assortment of screws, and found a bunch that worked.  I used self-piloting screws, and they did the trick.  Another option would be to get a tap-and-die set along with the proper screws, and re-tap the screw holes.    Hope this helps, Matt

Would the Little Dot MKVII+ fit the bill?  I am not sure if this is what you are looking for, but thought I should mention it, just in case.  It has both the 4-pin balanced connector, and the SE connector.    Hope this helps, Matt

Received the amp yesterday!  Very nice shape, & everything works as it should.  I have to wait until Monday to recable my Denon D2ks for balanced.  I have only used it single ended, and it sounds good.   I will update on Monday, after some initial balanced impressions.   Matt

I also just got an email from Dave, on the status of my order that I placed a week ago today.  He said that I was #57 in the que.  I was informed that on average, they send out 4-5 orders per day.  So, that means about 14 business days, assuming that 4 is closer to the average.   ...

Hi there,  I just read your article, and find myself to be thinking the same thing!  I am going to re-cable my D2ks with Mogami 2534 for balanced.  They have already been Markl Modded.  Now it's time to get them balanced before my new Little Dot MVII+ amp gets here!   I am looking at doing...

Well, I placed my order today, woohoo!  They are such a great business, no, people to work with.  I had asked David if I could make a partial payment to secure my position in line for the MKVII+, and he quickly & happily said, "Yes"!  I really thought that was unusual, as far as businesses go. ...

Thanks!  That is exactly what I was looking for.  It is also great news for me, as I am just in it for the sound.  I think I am definitely going to go the balanced route with the MKVII+ then.  I will update after I receive it.   Take care, Matt

This is exactly where I am as well.  I am trying to decide which direction to go.  Does balanced sound that much better?  I mean, is it a startling change?  I have wanted to go balanced for a while, and have the LD DAC_1 already.  However, the Audio gd offerings are tempting.  I know enough to...

Not only that, but you could put it towards an outstanding DAC, that would potentially help the sound a great deal more than the difference between the two amps, with the money you'd save going with the Matrix.   Just a thought.   Cheers, Matt

Dev Avidon, how did it go w/ hlly audio?  Did they refund your money promptly, any excuses if not?   Hope it turned out well for you, as it could have been much worse.  Smart man to ask the right question when you gut instinct told you to!   Take care, and let us know if you ended up...

Having had both the Shure 840s and the DT880s, I would highly recommend the 880s.  But, remember he is using the RSA Hornet portable amp to drive the phones.  So, the AKG 701s would be a no no.  They are known to be difficult to drive.  The DT880s, on the other hand, are fairly easy to drive by...

I see your point. My issue was mainly with the "...not so smart" comment. Not called for. It is understandable that if you have dial up or dsl, that it will slow down your connection. Best Regards, Matt

I had to laugh, upon a cursory reading, I thought it said best phones for sex as well! ROFL

It is the best pic I have seen of it yet! Does it bother you, or inconvenience you in some way? I would say, kindly, deal with it. Some of us appreciate pics like this. As many of the questions were geared towards details of the phone, this is more than appropriate. No offense meant, but it...