So here is a kind of unusual and interesting bit of gear. The Modwright Instruments Analog bridge. I suppose the technical name for this type of unit is a tube buffer stage. Basically, it is a unity gain pre amp, with no volume control. It exists simply to insert tubes into a solid state system...

Hey guys, So, as with quite a few of the hifiman headphones currently, the HE6seV2 comes with a non suspension band model, seen below. This is not the comfiest of headbands, and leads to hotspots for lots of users. There are lots of solutions, but I wanted to find something easy, quick, and...

At the mention of @Aspirant Audiophile I thought we could maybe do with a general thread for discussion of the DIYT2. Based on the original T2 from Stax, and the design of Kevin Gilmore, there are a few variations, notably the more popular currently Eksonic, "Kerry T2." There are also builds of...

Hey guys! I just received a package from iFi Audio, containing a loaner of the new, soon to be officially released, ZenDAC! So far, it strikes me as a really neat little bit of gear. Here is a link to the product page https://ifi-audio.com/products/zen-dac/ The ZenDAC is an all in one...

https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=38967 No info yet really. Kinda weird it has a built in DAC. "The Liquid Gold X is a smaller version of Cavalli Audio’s most popular amp, the Liquid Gold. It is a fully balanced, differential front-end, solid state amplifier. In addition to the great...

Definitely looking forward to hearing this, and seeing what people come up with in terms of mods.

I know nothing else about this, but it sure is interesting :) Looks like it uses the same headband, darker wood, and "Stealth Magnet" system as the Susvara. Perhaps all it lacks is the gold coating on the diaphragm?

https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=120&cp_id=12008&cs_id=1200801&p_id=33304&seq=1&format=2 Another new monoprice Cavalli design take. Does anyone have more info on these? This might be a heavy Magni 3 contender if it is any good.

https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=120&cp_id=12008&cs_id=1200801&p_id=33305&seq=1&format=2 Certainly very interesting if it is real. Does anyone have any further details on this??? The Cavalli/Monolith Liquid Platinum is a balanced version of the very highly regarded Cavalli Audio Liquid...

Hey Guys, As the Diana thread has been closed, and is full of noise and lacks content for the most part. I thought we should maybe have an IMPRESSIONS thread for the Diana, for those who are interested in actually purchasing a pair. Mods: If you feel this thread is unnecessary please just...

Hey All,   Wells Audio started production on their "Milo" amp today ($1699 USD.) It is a fantastic looking amp in my opinion. It has come a long ways looks wise from the prototype form shown at earlier events. It reportedly is putting out about 18watts into 32ohms so it is a power monster...

Hey All,   I own a Mojo. I'm in the beginning stages of putting together a new desktop system for my headphones, and I'm a bit stuck with what DAC to get. I would like to go with Chord, but I'm not sure which product I should go for, or if there is one that is right for my needs at all. I...

Hey guys,   I'm in need of a transportable (not fully portable) option for travelling/use at home around the house. I have my big desktop set up for when I want to do a hardcore listening session, so absolute top of the line power and performance isn't needed, it would be nice though. I have...

Hey all,   I have the Resonessence Labs Concero HD DAC, and the Auralic Taurus MK2. The Concero HD only has RCA unbalanced output, but the Taurus can do balanced or SE output. I notice a difference when switching between balanced and SE on the Taurus, but is it really balanced? As the input...

Hey All,   I've been having trouble with distortion for a while now. It doesn't happen all the time, thats why it is so maddening. At first I thought it was my dac, then I tried another dac, and it still was happening. Then I thought it was my amp, so I tried another amp and it was still...

Hi All,   I am having a bit of trouble with my Concero HD. It only does this about half of the time. When I play a bass heavy track (Caribou - All I ever need, for example) the bass distorts. The lower the sound, the more distortion there is. If I jiggle the back of the Concero, most of the...

Hey Guys,   I am considering making an order from Price Japan quite soon. I was just wondering if any of you have ordered from them in the past, and if so, what was your experience like. Where do you live, how long did it take to receive the product, what method of payment did you use? Did you...

Hi All. I hope this is in the correct section, I read all the rules etc.. and it is about a "High-End" product, but please move the thread if I have gotten this wrong, and apologies in advance :)   I purchased my first pair of HE1000's two weeks ago today. Two of the cables had loose...

Hey guys. I have some really basic questions that I should know the answers to, and I have tried searching for the answers but nothing exact has popped up for my particular questions, so here I am. I have done a ton of saving of the last few years and am blessed to have some great gear, but my...