Using the balanced XLR outputs on this DAC is causing a problem (OK, a third world problem). The gain is so high on the XLR circuit it's difficult to use it together with powered monitors (Yamaha HS-8). As far as I know, there is no internal gain adjustment built into the unit. I could switch...

Tough choice. I also have the HA-501. I know Schiit gear is very popular, plus it's US-made, which is great. But there is just something a little "unfinished" about it.. hard to put my finger on it. I'm sure the Schiit amp sounds fantastic, but between the two I'd be one to stick with TEAC...

Hey that looks great - good as new! I'm glad it went back together well for you.

This one was an eye-opener for me. Kind of explains where Bach was probably coming from, ie, from somewhere beyond the trivia of daily life.

Not a big deal.. but a fun and simple little project. 2 "Y" splitter cables for my TEAC DAC made with Canare L-4E6S Star-Quad cable and Neutrik connectors.

I am happy to report the operation was a success! The patient is out of the hospital and back in its place producing beautiful music again. A few notes on the process in case anyone wants to try this.. 1. The display I purchased (see post above) is very nicely made and the packaging is...

I ordered this one and will have it tomorrow. Unfortunately TEAC made these so that very fine soldering is required here. Knowing how quickly these fail, a different type of connector would have been a better idea. Anyway, I'll let you know how to goes...

Hi Don - the 501 doesn't have balanced outs for the headphones. But you can still use it with an adapter. Here is an example:

FWIW, I replaced my UD-301 with a UD-501. I never thought I'd be able to hear a difference in DACs but it seems I can. The 501 is better built through-and-through and isn't trying to be eveything at once - just a really great DAC.

No, the 600 Ohm Beyer's are not realistically usable without some kind of desktop amp. A portable player just isn't going to do it. The AKG's might be OK, but not the Beyers. Check over at Massdrop - they normally have some good prices on amps that would work with the Beyer. Also, consider...

They are both fine headphones. Beyer's are a little more "airy", bright, and detail-oriented. As a musician, you may appreciate hearing more detail as you will have a different appreciation for the music than than the average listener. One thing.. the DT's are 600 Ohm so a better amp would be...

Classical is all I listen to. I have AKG's and I like them, but I went from them to the 880, and from the 880 to the T1. Classical can be very "detailed" music. The Beyer's bring all those minute details out.

Disregard the voltage question.. measured it at 3.3V.

Hi, question for those who are working on the UD-501.. I purchased one in pretty good shape, except that some of a LCD pixels are weak and I'd like to replace the display. I don't have the service manual. Does anyone happen to know whether the LCD power is 5.0V or 3.3V? I've attached a pic...

Please disregard this - I had that wrong. The Beyers are all 100mm.

I'm on the exact same track. I have the T1 (which still leave me astonished at their pristine clarity every time I use them) and now am looking for a pair for T70's to compliment the T1's for the "noisier" room. These 2 define the perfect set of headphones. I've sold everything else I had.

Yes, correct. Where they slide in probably snaps apart, but I'm not going to risk breaking them trying to get them apart. This design has been around for decades - one would think this would have been fixed a long time ago.

Hello, do you know what the outer dimensions of the T70 original pads are? Some Beyers are 110mm and some are 100mm. Is the T70 100 or 110? Brainwavz sells a round pad that is 100mm outside dimension. I'm wondering if it will fit the T70? Thanks for the help

It's not just the chrome edition - I have some T1's and they do it too. I'd open them up and tighten this, but (at least on the T1's) there are no screws on the headband where the yokes slide in.

Hi, I'm thinking of trying the round Brainwavz pads on my T70's, whch I believe take the same pads size as the DT880. Can you confirm they are the same dimensions as the originals, and they fit properly? - Thanks

Thanks for the replies. I was also thinking about the T70 for this role.. "second pair for the noisier room, similar to the T1's, except closed".

Hi, does anyone here use the T5p exclusively for in-home use? I use a T1 at home with a quality desktop amp and it's great, but of course the T1 doesn't isolate AT ALL. The closed back of the T5p is what I need, but I'm not sure about the rest of the design - seems designed with mobile-use in...

Well after working with this for awhile, now I'm convinced it's not the DAC. It only happens occasionally when streaming music. When playing from a local source, it's always rock solid. Some bit of instability sourcing through the internet, I think. Will have to live with it..

Hmmmm yes that's what I am thinking. I wonder if the player (MusicBee) is getting wonky - sending syncing data but no content (wishful thinking on my part). Might have to pull the 301 out, malfunctioning after only 1 year(!) Super disappointing product.

Thanks for posting this. My 301 is starting to act up, and it's also about a year old. In my case, it's the same problem - digital signal looks fine, but analog just stops. It will always start OK then drop out at some random time later. If I restart the digital feed, it starts right back up...