I liked the Musical Fidelity X-can V.3 amplifier that I bought last month so much that I decided to give the 823 headphone amp from Granite Audio a try. I had asked around headfi and got some mixed responses, but the idea of an amp for almost $1K tempted me, and their return policy made it easy...

Well, I'm in audio heaven already. My x-can V.3 just arrived and my 701s aren't even really burned in yet, but the sound is absolutely stunning. I've only listened to a couple cds so far, but on "How Fortunate the Man with None" by Dead Can Dance, the initial bass notes just bulge out (the way...

Hi All, Does anybody know of the Granite Audio 823 headphone amp? I was checking one out on an audiogon auction, and it looks beautiful. Retails for almost 1K, and uses two 6BQ5 and one 12AU7 tubes. I ended up calling Granite Audio, and they told me the amp is fantastic. I'm tempted, but I'd...

Hi All, I just bought a musical fidelity x-can v.3 amp for my AKG701s. I've checked other threads but can't really find an answer to this question: How important is it for me to invest another 3-400 for the musical fidelity dedicated power supply? My amp isn't here yet, but I know it comes...

Hi All, I know there are various cds out there to help burn in amps, cables, headphones, and other system components. Can any one recommend a particular one? Do they really work? Are they worth the money? thanks, rr

I think I just blew the left speaker out on my brand new AKG701s! I was listening at loud, but not insane volume, playing them through my Adcom preamp. What happened??? Should headphones blow up at loud, but listenable volume? Might the problem be that I was powering them through the Preamp...

I just got my AKG701s in about three weeks from FullCompass. They sound very good already, and I'm only running them through my Adcom preamp. I can barely turn the volume up beyond 12 o'clock. My question is this: since my Adcom is already providing incredible volume, will I still want to invest...

Hi All, I've read lots of good stuff about the musical fidelity X-cans V3 and about the Gilmore Lite amp. I just got some AKG701s, and I'm looking to get an amp to maximize my listening pleasure. I listen to all kinds of music at home, and my headphones will run through my Adcom 565 preamp...

Hi All, I've been hearing wonderful things about the x-cans. I only see them listed for their SMRP of about $400. Can they be found cheaper anywhere? Thanks in advance. russedelic

Hi All, I've decided to buy the AKG701s. I know they are pretty efficient, but will I need/want a dedicated amp for them? What more might I get in terms of sonic quality with a headphone amp compared to running them through my Adcom preamp? If an amp will really help, does the high...

Hi All, does anybody know about a chinese headphone amp made by Xiang Sheng? I see one on ebay, but I've never heard of the company. Also, are the Little Dot headphone amps any good for Sennheiser HD 650s? thanks

Hi All, I love this forum, so I thought I'd turn to you all for advice. I listen to all kinds of music, and I'm one of those people who, once they hear great sound (or even just slightly better than I already have), I can't go back. I use adcom separates. I want to buy some GREAT...