The amp was as described, the seller packaged it nicely and mailed it quickly. I am very satisfied and would do business with him again. A flawless experience. A+

I have sent you a pm.

I may be mistaken, but I have been unable to reach the Rudistor.com website. I get a message that the domain is for sale. Perhaps it's me, or a hack, or something else, but I thought I would post this and maybe confirm that I am an idiot (and it still exists). I hope Rudolfo is well and I...

Thanks for the information and comments. My impressions were more or less correct, but I was mispronouncing the name. Good to finally get it right!

On which is their reputation based, and which did they initially produce? Also, does Rudistor rhyme with resistor (ru DIS' tor) or is it pronounced like the name Rudi Stor (RU' di Stor)?

Call them up and ask them if you can demo the DT770s, and ask about their return policy. (I'm skeptical that they would have a pair in stock, but I could be wrong.) I believe HeadRoom has a 30 day "no questions asked" return policy. You could also email or call them and inquire about that.

Try gently flexing the headband. Take Stanleh or Glitch39's advice and put them around some books or a ball. It may take a week or more but they will eventually expand. Try yoga for stress.

Quote: Originally Posted by cactus_farmer ...like those that claim the beyerdynamic dt 880 pros sound different to the non pro version... Now I'm really confused! I thought the DT880 Pros had different drivers with very different efficiencies. Is the question whether there is a...

Thanks for the thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by DoomzDayz snake it to avoid inductance If an electrical cable is looped, it becomes an inductor. And this can easily affect the sound. That's what DoomzDayz is talking about. By "snaking" it, he means fold it back-and-forth in a manner that avoids...

The hd650 cable is heavier and, as I recall, the connectors fit tighter (at the headphone end). Also, I believe the hd650 has a fixed 1/4" headphone jack. So if you think you might use it with equipment that has a mini-jack input, you may want to also order the adapter.

Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by HeadphoneAddict Now I gotta go search for the review - if I find it I'll post it here. Yes, if you find the review online, please post it. I couldn't locate it.

For an inexpensive new cdp, I agree with Penger's suggestion. Many seem to think that sonically, the Oppo is a real gem. Also, I believe it is a multi-format player, if that is important to you. I, myself, haven't heard one. Good luck!

I have the vpi rcm and like it very much, although it is noisy. I haven't tried a Nitty Gritty, but my understanding is that with them you don't manually scrub the record. Not having that convenience is not an issue for me, but it might be for you. I see used RCMs come up for sale on Audiogon...

Congratulations, Ray! I thought Wes Phillips usually wrote the headphone reviews--nice that other Stereophile writers are becoming involved in the world of headfi.

Hello Theorum4, and welcome to Head-Fi. Thanks for giving us your impressions. By the way, I can't quite remember theorum 4, although I think it comes just before theorum 5. Care to elaborate?

I'd like to try this. Do you plunk the whole earpad into the dye? You can't remove the cover from the earpads, can you?

Considering what you listen to, I would consider a used Gilmore.

But, but, ...but? I agree, sometimes we get carried away by a compulsion to be disatisfied. I hope the day in Vancouver was as nice as it was here in Seattle.

I suggest open fully circumaural phones. Sometimes called full-size phones, they are the most comfortable. If you listen where people will not be upset by hearing what you are listening to, get open phones. They are a bit easier on the ears, and you can stay in touch with your environment (e.g...

That's really beyond the pale.

I think you've described the akg/senn dilemma quite well. I started out listening to agk phones, then moved to Senns, and now have a pair of akg 501s, which now I almost always reach for. If you are used to the Senn sound then akgs can initially sound a bit edgy. However, I found that I adjusted...

I sent my 240DFs to AKG's repair facility in Nashville several years ago (when it was still open). They were completely rebuilt and both the rebuilt 'phones and all the old parts, placed inside a plastic bag, were returned. Perhaps they forgot to put the repaired 'phones in the box and only sent...