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    Used Headphones Price Watch

    So i constructed a list of average used headphones prices. This should be useful for those just entering the used gear market. Let me know if i have anything wrong on the list.   Prices do not include shipping. Prices in US Dollar and are based on excellent condition of the equipment.  ...
  2. penguindude

    Exclusive: LD MKVI Reviewed!!

    For the full official review with pictures, please visit the review article on my website. Little Dot MKVI Just when you thought there can be no more new models to the Mark series from Little Dot, the Chinese company adds yet another member to their MK series headphone amplifiers. This...
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    New Little Dot MK6 Received!

    A LD MKVI with new GlacialTech fans arrived today. First sound impression is very positive, with almost no burn in, I can characterize the sound as very smooth and neutral, with inclination towards the warm side, like most LD amps. The fans are very quiet. However, once the amp kicks into the...
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    The New Super.fi 5 Earphones Reviewed!

    Head over to my site www.compudio.ca to check it out. Here's the individual link: Exclusive: UE Super.fi 5 Review Let me know what you guys think!
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    Power supply question

    To all the electrical guys out there, if I plug a class2 tranformer with an output of 14V 730mA to a charging dock that takes 14V 600mA (original transformer), would i damage it the charging dock? Thanks a lot!
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    4-pin XLR configuration HELP!!!

    I'm currently trying to figure out the pin number arrangement on a 4 pin Neutrik XLR plug. The layout is labelled 1 to 4 in a clockwise position. Which pin should be the left (+ and ground) and which should be right (+ and ground)? Thanks a lot!!
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    RCA XLR quality with adapter

    Just wondering if the quality will be lowered if two RCA to XLR adapters are used on a balanced headphone cable instead of a pair of direct XLR balanced cables. Quality of cables are the same.
  8. penguindude

    Sennheiser HD580 vs HD595 vs HD600 vs HD650 Reviewed/Compared

    Hey guys, just finished writing up a review/comparison among the four headphones on my website. I don't wanna paste the whole thing here, but i invite u all to take a look and see what you guys think. Sennheiser Idol: HD580 vs HD595 vs HD600 vs HD650 Reviewed and Compared
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    EMU 0404USB: 1/4 TS vs. Stereo Output - an underrated difference

    There has been a lot of discussions on the EMU 0404USB lately, mainly focusing on its various features and excellent DAC function for the money. Indeed, the EMU 0404USB seems like a unbeatable all-in-one solution to all your listening/recording needs. However, it seems that most users have been...
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    Little Dot MK III: An Exclusive Review (56k warning!)

    Finally, I’ve had a chance to get my hands on the highly anticipated LD Mark III tube amplifier. Designed by the same creator that made the Little Dot II budget tube amp series (Mr. Yang), the MK series was surely set out to impress. I’ve endorsed Little Dot products since the day I had a chance...
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    HELP: Portable AC NO EXHAUST PIPE

    It's getting really hot in my house. Anyone know if there's any Portable Air Conditioner that does not need an exhaust pipe? Is such design even out yet?
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    Blue Jeans Cable LC-1 or 1505F?

    I'm looking to get a 2 footer rca interconnect from Blue Jeans. It seems that they have 2 versions of the cable, the newer LC-1 and the older 1505F. I called the company and the person who answered the phone told me that for a 2 footer, i wont be able to really hear any sonic difference between...
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    Ultralink Cables <--help!

    Anyone has any experience with Ultralink's Challenger series RCA interconnects? Are they worth the money?
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    To those hating the Vibes

    Have you tried amping these babies? Last night I had nothing to do and took out the recently-bashed V-moda vibes and plugged them in to my Headfive. Man, was i shocked at the improved sound quality. Highs and upper mids were drastically improved. While retaining the overall signature a bit...
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    I think I've Found THE Perfect All-Arounder Setup

    And yes, i mean THE perfect setup for practically ALL of my music listening types. The magic combo: Audigy2 ZS Notebook -(optical)--> Beresford TC-7510 MKIII DAC ---> Corda Headfive ---> Sennheiser HD595 Classical: Incredibly HUGE soundstage. Great bass, fantastic mid-range, and...
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    Gorgeous Riser to Hold & Display My/your Setup

    Okay people, so i wanted a small, customized, and cost-efficient riser to hold my desktop amps and DACs. The design is simple and very professional looking. Made from acrylic, the riser is very sturdy and can hold most desktop audio equipments. However, the place where i will be ordering...
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    Petition to John Grado on Lowering Non-US MSRP

    I'm calling a petition from Head-fi members to ask John Grado to consider lowering the out-of-US MSRP for Grado products. I, for one, am puzzled to see the inflated pricing of Grado headphones in retail shops across Canada. I feel that we are being discriminated against just because we live...
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    Petition to John Grado

    I'm calling a petition from Head-fi members to ask John Grado to consider lowering the out-of-US MSRP for Grado products. I, for one, am puzzled to see the inflated pricing of Grado headphones in retail shops across Canada. I feel that we are being discriminated against just because we live...
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    [REVIEW] Beresford TC-7510 MKIII DAC (56k warning)

    Visit my blog for the latest edition/score of the TC-7510 MKIII review. My new Beresford TC-7510 MKIII is finally here! I've been burning it in for a couple of hours, and I am extremely impressed. Below is my initial impression of this DAC and some pics! Top view...
  20. penguindude

    Does your postman KNOW you by now?

    For the past year of shipping and receiving packages of headphones/amps/cables/dacs/other stuff, the people in the post office literally know me. Anytime i go to the post office and ask if they have any packages for me, they would know what to bring out, without even getting my IDs. The post...
  21. penguindude

    Enlighten Me: SR60 or MS1?

    Besides the obvious similarity of their looks, how do the two compare to each other? I've heard the SR60 and think it's good, but a bit less-detailed. However, i havent heard the MS1 yet. So, please enlighten me!
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    Help me with my Sennheiser Dilemma

    So, I have the HD595 and the HD580. I really enjoy both and find them to be slightly different (each performing less in different areas). My question is, should I sell them both and get a HD650? Do the 650 encompass both of their good qualities and performs well in all music genres with great...
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    Beresford TC-7510 MKIII: Anyone tried it?

    Has anyone tried this product from England? How does it compare to the Zhaolu or the EMU0404 USB?
  24. penguindude

    Beresford TC-7510 MKIII: Anyone tried it?

    Has anyone tried this product from England? How does it compare to the Zhaolu or the EMU0404 USB?
  25. penguindude

    OMG The Vibes saved my life...

    So i was wearing the vibes and walking across a parking lot. I was listening to music at regular volume on the Vibes and suddenly out of no where, a car suddenly started backing out right before i stepped in front of it. Thank god i partially heard an engine noise during the music playback and...
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