Mini XLR seems very popular but pretty much requires custom cables. I am not completely averse to that but having cheaper ready-made options also has its allure. I was thinking about terminating at the headphones with RCA. That way I could make my own higher quality cables AND use store...

I just picked up a 600 ohm vintage pair of DT990 at an estate sale...... for $8. I brought them home and I am not thrilled with the sound. I will figure that part out on my own with some new wires and pads but I want to completely break them down, clean them, and add some flare. I got the...