hey, so I have been using the E11 with L9 LOD to my ipod nano 6G and koss KSC35, ksc75 and it sounds great. Also sounds good with Grado SR225i and Apple IEMs, awaiting my TDK BA200s. However when I switch to my iphone 4s, I get some RF interference. I am wondering. Has anyone actually opened up...

OK guys, so I am looking to build a DIY amp mostly for on the go but also for sitting in bed listening to my HD650s. I was thinking of having a gain of 5ish and not using a potentiometer, just using the volume controls on my iPhone. In doing this I hope to be able to play things lower on my...

Ok guys, I know having a dedicated DAC and amp is ideal and I already have both, but I am studying in the library at my University (UCSD) and I have the Koss KSC75's. I am wondering, which audio out would you recommend to use over the other. The headphone jack of my Macbook Pro 2.5Ghz w/ 512MB...

OK guys, so this isn't directly a headphone question but this is my first post in years so bear with me. Sorry its been so long, Ive been busy with school and kinda got into speakers- no offense head phones So I just got a new pair of speaks _> the Energy C7s, which sound amazing and I...

Hey guys, I\'m probably gonna get flamed for posting about Bose in an audiophile forum but here goes nothing. So Ive got a speaker setup in my living room with a Harman/Kardon AVR 125 receiver, Infinity Primus 250 Floor Standing speakers as my Left and Rights, a Sony Center Channel and the...

Ok so Ive got my headphone rig (HD650 and Gilmore Lite with AlienDAC). I just bought a new pair of M-Audio AV40 small studio monitors. They have their own amp built into the speakers. My question is, what would sound better? Using the pass through on my gilmore so it gets fed the AlienDAC's...

Hey guys I just switched to OS X, I bought a brand new MacBook Pro and im enjoying it thoroughly. Definately super fast. So what kind of music players are out there as alternatives to iTunes? I wanna be able to play FLAC and pretty much all formats and I am very used to foobar, so something like...

Ok so I was listening to my beautiful RS2s when all of a sudden my left driver developed a little rattle. I alleviated this by blowing a quick burst of air at the drivers. How can Grado allow this to happen on a 500 dollar pair of headphones? This is a KSC75 type issue, not an audiophile can...

Can the SOHA be modified to work as a power pre-amp?

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How long do RS2s take to "burn in"? What changes are made?

Hey guys, my RS2s have a "973" burned in just under the cups. Anyone know how recent these might be?

And all I can really say right now is that they are awesomely sexy. I have to burn em in a bit and do some extended listening but I am digging the hell out of these. Better than the 650s? We will see later tonight.

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I was thinking of putting some sort of switch that you could disconnect the outputs from the jack (like when you turn it on or off) and I am wondering how I should go about doing it? Should I attach a dummy load to the amp in the standby setting? like a 2W 600ohm? Or should it go to nothing.

I just acquired a copy of "The Chrystal Method-Legion of Boom" in 6 Channel AAC ~680Kbps. Using the ATSurround processor in foobar, I really get an intense 3D effect now on the album. WHen before I had the '3 blobs of HD650', now I have full 3d intrument placement. Really cool stuff!

Hey guys! I just wanted to know people's opinions on the headphile C-Pads. For an RS2, do these pads improve or change anything other than comfort? What could I expect from such a purchase? Also, is there any point in recabling an RS2? Dont they already come with pretty good cables?

I really wanna know what you guys think would be the best spent upgrade. I have the hd650 setup in my sig but I am really interested in the RS2s. What would you guys recommend me to do: purchase RS2s or upgrade to aftermarket cable and upgrade DAC? I would like to get a detailed can that...

I am currently an owner of the HD650s and the GLite and I am considering adding the RS2s to my arsenal, but I am wondering how they will work with the amp I have. I hear lots of people like the Grados with tubes, so I am curious about how a discrete solid state would compare.

I am looking to get myself a pair of RS2s (used or new) and I have searched via google and havent been able to find them under 495 dollars(plus shipping in most places). Anywhere I can get them at a better price?

Ok guys so I have the Sennheiser HD650s that I love, and I still have my Grado SR225s because I keep hesitating on selling them, but I also promised to sell them to my friend. However, I have been reading a lot about the RS2 as well as the MS-Pro's. I love the Grado sound, but it can be a bit...

Hey guys! I am reading some good things about the EMU 0404 for the HD650 because it has a more aggressive edge to it that many like (and I am sure I will), but I am curious as to just how good the amp is in it. Does this mean I wont need my Gilmore Lite? It for sure wont beat that will it? I...

Ive got the Senn HD650s and the GLite, and all I need now is a better DAC so I can truly appreciate these beautiful cans. I am confused as to what I should get and if there is anything in this price range that can make a large difference from the Alien. I am thinking about getting a Zhaolu or an...

I have an AlienDAC currently and it is suiting me pretty well but I am looking for something more ideal for my home setup. Is there anything in hte 150-200 dollar ballpark that is a noticable improvement from a dedicated powered Alien with good components?

EDIT: Do you know how the Steinchen drop in buffers will be sold? Group Buy? Will they be prebuilt? Also, what enclosure did you guys for your SOHA? I'm looking for one that will let me fit the transformer as well as the tube inside and made of plastic or something that a dremel can drill...