I just received the Sony MUC-S12SB 1 balanced headphone cable for my Sony MDR-MV1's. Sony packages their items very nicely, and like my other Sony single ended headphone cable, Sony MUC-S12SM1, it came in a nice black cloth pouch. I like the "drape" of this cable. It doesn't take a set in the...

I've had the Sony MDR-MV1's since mid-October. Initially, I used a Sonic Unity Encore mDSD USB dongle DAC/amp that is based on an ESS DAC chip to drive the Sony's. I recently purchased an iFi hip-dac3 from Amazon. This DAC/amp is smaller than I expected. It has a smaller footprint than my iPhone...

Wish you success in resolving the issue.

Not sure what to tell you. I’ve been playing Tidal through my iPhone 14 Plus with the hip-dac3 and the iFi-supplied Lightning-to-USB-C OTG cable, and I haven’t had any problems. Hopefully, you’ve been making all connections with the iOS devices and hip-dac powered off.

What version of iOS and which iPhone and iPad models are you running?

I received my iFi hip-dac3 today from Amazon. This DAC/amp is smaller than I expected. It has a smaller footprint than my iPhone 14 Plus, which makes it highly portable. So far, I am really enjoying this DAC/amp. Compared to the Sonic Unity Encore mDSD USB dongle DAC/amp that is based on an ESS...

Has anyone connected a Mjolnir 3 as headphone amp to a Freya+ line stage? If so, is there a difference between connecting via XLR balanced interconnects vs. RCA single ended interconnects? Reason why I ask is because I connect the balanced outputs of the Freya+ to the balanced inputs of my Pass...

In hindsight, do you still prefer the silver finish? I’ve always liked Schiit’s silver finish. My system includes a silver Freya+ line stage and a silver Mani 2 phono stage.

It’s difficult to determine how well the color and finish on your silver Mjolnir 3 matches your other components. Does it match the standard anodized, brushed Aluminum finish of the other components?

I have a medium size head and the MDR-MV1’s secure. The long-use comfort comes from the low mass of the headphones so it doesn’t require the “squeeze fit” to stay on your head. I also like the Sony MDR-7506 headphones with the Beyerdynamic EDT250V headphone ear pads for long-use comfort. The...

The release of the Mjolnir 3 is very exciting news. I had a chance to audition the Folkvangr at the Schittr last month, and I’ve been a mess since trying to find something remotely close. Knowing SS pure Class A is nothing like an OTL tube amp, I wonder if the Mjolnir 3 gets me closer to the...

Unless you plan on using a source with balanced outputs and the MHA200 in balanced mode to drive your headphones, then the Freya + is probably overkill for your application. You might as well invest in a very good passive volume control from Khozmo or Goldpoint, or maybe even a TVA. I prefer...

Glad they are working out for you. The best part is a matched pair won’t cost an arm and a leg like some vintage 6SN7 tubes.

You’ll like the subtle improvements of the GE 6SN7GTB tubes, especially if you place them in the voltage gain stage—the two right-hand side positions. The tone I get from my system is rich and smooth. The fact that these tubes are relatively affordable depending who you purchase from just adds...

As Nike says, “Just Do It.”

Thanks, I’ve had the Freya + now for two weeks and I agree that the preamp is sounding better with more play time. I think the availability of NOS 6SN7 tubes is harder to come by, but if you shop wisely and contact reputable sellers like Brent Jesse and eBay sellers with great feedback you can...

I recently purchased a Freya + as a B-stock item, and it arrived within a week of ordering the preamp. I just couldn't wait the long lead time at the time for a new unit. Anyway, I can't find any blemishes on the chassis and it was packed like a brand new unit with what looks like a new quartet...

I recently received an Amazon Echo and Echo Dot (2nd generation) for a gift. My son uses the Echo in his bedroom, while I set up the Echo Dot in the living room with my system. After setting it up using the iPhone Alexa app, I connected it to one of the line level inputs of my stereo system...

I enjoyed the Head Fi meet--I think this was my fourth or fifth meeting I've attended. I was impressed with the Taction demo of their headphone subwoofer technology, and I also enjoyed the "new" ZMF Eicon headphones. In comparison to previous Head Fi meets in the Bay Area, I was disappointed...

I am on a business trip to the Research Triangle Park area in North Carolina, so I figured I would stop by Moon Audio to try Drew's Silver Dragon and Black Dragon IEM cables fitted with Sennheiser Momentum-compatible locking conectors. I had purchased my Momentm 2.0 wireless over-ear headphones...

I use Elna Silmic II (RFS) electrolytic caps in signal applications where only an electrolytic cap can be used. I use Panasonic FM and FC electrolytic caps in power supply applications and found them to work very well. For higher capacitance, higher voltage power supply applications, the...

Quote: Originally Posted by applegd According to ELNA data sheets, Silmic II is series RFS. Silmic is series ROS. RFS--> ROS, for higher grade. According to the Elna RFS (Silmic II) datasheet, the RFS series is their highest grade cap for audio. They have OFC lead wires and an...

I like 19AWG Kimber Kable TCSS Teflon insulated stranded OFHC Copper. It's very easy to strip and will bend without breaking like solid core wire. On top of that, it doesn't seem to impart any colorations or other audible artifacts. In other words, it's very neutral.

The only T-amp available on eBay that I am familiar with is this one: 2*15 watt @ 4ohm, TA2024 D-class Audio Amplifier Board - eBay (item 230317100850 end time Jan-07-09 17:36:34 PST) There is a lengthy thread on diyAudio.com that covers the necessary mods on this board: diyAudio Forums...