Zipties were not previously attached. At least the initial batch of Soloist 3XP I purchased did not have them. My newly purchased Soloist GT had zip ties installed. Perhaps, but I think they started using zipties to secure them at some point because of some incident where the opamp came off...

I have been using the MH-DA003 for a long time, but after reading this thread I couldn't resist and installed the MH-DA005 in my audio system. I purchased it from Amazon's Shenzhen Audio store and am pleased with their prompt support. Of course, the sound quality is significantly better than the...

I've already ordered the African Blackwood VC, so I decided not to try the stabilized sets, but from a Japanese perspective, I like the Wabi Sabi feel of the remaining "Echoes".