My B-52 preamp was in need of servicing and I contacted Ray via his website information. He promptly contacted me and even called to review the situation and provide advice. I shipped the preamp back to him and he repeatedly kept me informed as to the etiology of the problem and necessary...

Comments on the comparison between the Qudelix-5K and the iFi Audio Go Blu. I am primarily interested in pairing, via Bluetooth, to an iPhone. Both devices appear to be capable in this regard. Thank you.

I have the blur189 MX300 and the cable is quite supple and without microphonics. Wonderful listening experience. I suspect you will be very pleased.

I have been using: Shure EABKF1-10S Small Foam Sleeves which are the most comfortable tips for my Etymotic ER4SR. They fit very well on the Etymotic and have never dislodged when removing from my ear. Excellent sound isolation and also no detriment to the audio quality of the Etymotic. They are...

Thank you. I am happy to provide my thoughts on this particular model's placement in the "Blur Sound Signature Chart" once my experience is well established. Very enjoyable listening to my current trends of Rock, Motown, and R&B/Soul.

blur 189 mx300ohm 3.5mm gold plated Received today. Great sound. Very pleased with purchase.

Recently received the Aladdin and my impressions echo the positive comments noted throughout this thread. Very pleased with the comfort and audio quality. The enclosed ear tips were perfect for my fit. Thank you Dsnuts and ian91 for the comprehensive reviews; helpful in the Aladdin selection.

Received my GK10 today from Penon; prompt shipping process since I ordered it the last week in July. Green hued wood grain appearance (did not specify a color when purchasing) which is quite nice. Initiated the listening experience with some Motown and R&B/Soul and was very pleased with the...

Very helpful and nice photographic comparison.

Appreciate the prompt reply. One of my concerns is that I have somewhat narrow ear canals and that issue raised some hesitation with obtaining the Isabellae. Since you have the Reborn, can you shed some insight on the ear tube diameter vs the Isabellae.

Are there any reviews associated with the Reborn LTD vs the Reborn? How much of an improvement is achieved with the LTD version other than what is listed as the component upgrades? Thank you.

I am interested in purchasing either a Penon Volt or Dunu EST 112 based on the reviews and combination/types of drivers. I appreciate the price differential but that is not a strong factor in my decision. Factors include audio, comfort, and cable connect (MMCX vs 0.78 pins). I do use small size...

You’re very welcome. i used this item for a pair of Etymotic iem’s to orient the wires over my ears to reduce the microphonics. Worked well. Also came in two different colors so I could compose a right and left version for help with the correct earpiece side placement.

Amazon: Cosmos 4 Pairs Removable Soft Silicone Earphone Hook Holder Sports Ear Hook Earphone Wire Cable Hanger Earclip for Sports Earphone Headset

Possible: Ray Samuels Tomahawk. Wonderful, very compact IEM amplifier with a great build quality. I've been an owner for many years.

Ray Samuels B52. I have owned this headphone amp/preamp since 2006, and recently upgraded by Ray Samuels. Superb customer support. Meticulous attention to detail from a construction perspective. I have thoroughly enjoyed the output both from the headphone and preamp aspects.

Thank you for the insight into tube testing. It is an area which does require diligence on the buyer to be certain that all has been tested properly.

Contacted Ray Samuels who very promptly responded and advised that I send him the B52 preamplifier. My fault for not thinking of this option earlier. Major issue was internal dust accumulation which was responsible for the adverse sounds. I guess my fastidious housekeeping was not up to par...

Thank you most kindly for your reply. I did contact a local tube amplifier dealer who also provides tube testing. I described the scenario and the response was that testing would not likely diagnose a suboptimal performing tube. It appears that I may need to purchase a set of vacuum tubes to...

I am the original owner of a Ray Samuels B52 preamp since 2006. I have changed all the tubes once, at least 5 years ago, since the original purchase. The preamplifier/headphone performance has been flawless and very enjoyable. Lately, there has been a variable and intermittent cracking sound in...

Current setup: Source: MacPro DAC: Apogee Mini DAC Preamplifier and Headphone Amplifier: Ray Samuels B52 Headphones: HD650 balanced XLR from B52 Adam near field powered monitors and subwoofer All connected via XLR cables This has been my arrangement for greater than 10 years (other than the...

Quote: Originally Posted by Noobzor I looked into the apogee minidac and it looks amazing! Who is a good source to order this through? I am a very pleased owner of the Apogee Mini DAC. I would recommend Sweetwater Audio as a purchase source. Great customer service and support.

I'm happy to hear the switch problem has been resolved. I've approached the spike supports with a very simple and inexpensive remedy. I purchased four rubber circular pieces that are normally used to be placed under furniture legs to prevent them from marring the floor. The ones I obtained...

Quote: Originally Posted by earwicker7 QUICK first impressions... So far the only negative... IT WON'T TURN OFF!!! Flipping the switch powered it on at first, but when I switched it back, nothing. I had to rip it out of the power strip to get it to turn off. Oh god, oh god, let Ray...

I can quite emphatically relate, as an immensely satisfied owner of a B-52, that listening via balanced HD650 is auditory heaven.