Quote: Life is defenitly Koo-Kooo, I just delt with this issue in an Amazon comment.  So here is a pure cut n' paste.   Since one of the problems you're having is with the fit, you may wanna try the reversed mount trick. I did this so long ago, I don't remember exactly what you had to...

  J.   On those tracks which suck, at what rate where they ripped?  One of the problems many folks have when upgrading from the standard "white" buds (which cost the vendor about $0.10) is the quality of the rips.  I don't know your situation, but many folks have a 2GB mp3 player- jammed...

Quote: Originally Posted by us.classic I used the Mark III with my HD-650s and was very pleased. The amp can be switched between OTL and Transformer output with the a front panel toggle, it also has two headphone jacks making it very versatile. Well 'classic, I going to guess...

Quote: Originally Posted by kostalex To OP: LunchBox II pairs very well with DT990 and HD650. thanks for your contribution 'kostalex'. You say that both of my cans would pair nicely with the Lunchbox II, but does it have enough juice to play LOUD??? Do you have any data that...

Quote: Originally Posted by us.classic well angel, you might be able to get the Antique Sound Lab MG-Head OTL Mark III for under your budget of $225. Check it out. A.S.L. MG-HEAD OTL MARK III tube headphone amp - eBay (item 320226586669 end time Mar-16-08 16:00:32 PDT) Regards...

Quote: Originally Posted by jgonino Alright here's the skinny on the Lunchbox II. The new version can drive anything from 25 ohms up just fine, it was the old version that did not have the gain switch in the back that could only drive 150 ohm cans and up. I think it is a good...

Quote: Originally Posted by fdhfdy C&C XO could be an good choice, it works on Sens' headphones fdhfdy- The discussion in this thread is about TUBE based amps. The C&C XO is NOT a tube based amp. But thanXs for the thought anywayz. best, angel

Quote: Originally Posted by fl00r Thanks! Only problem is to find a source on which I can balance the sound to the left channel only. I tried my receiver and portable CDP but I can't set the balance only on the left channel; there's still coming some sound out of the right driver...

Quote: Originally Posted by Dept_of_Alchemy I vote little dot, just take a look at the first page of the amp forum, there are always at least two or three threads going on little dot amps anytime you check, I can remember the last time I saw a lunchbox thread around here... the...

Quote: Originally Posted by Bazile Bah; I thought I was too late to comment..heck I still might be. I use twin lunchboxes as a balanced amp...(see my sig) Does this count as 2 LB votes? or just 1? Bazile thanXs for your input Bazile. Though you have two amps, it's just one...

Quote: Originally Posted by BIG POPPA 220v is easy to deal with. I have a Philmore ST-100 on loan from my buddy. It is not a big deal really! No there won't be a 110v version. So what. You can PM me and I will give you my cell number and you can ask away any concern. thanXs for...

Quote: Originally Posted by ZephyrSapphire Let's say I'm using an power plug with an American connector to power my computer in Australia. Is it alright to use the power plug with a America-to-Australian Adapter? Will the connector melt or something? Hi Zephyr' - If Aussie power...

Quote: Originally Posted by BIG POPPA OK casque_hifi stay away from. Their English sucks, They will send you messages in French, doesn't work for me. Also they cut out the seller part of the invoice.70 bux for shipping. Lied to me saying they can get 110v. You can find cheaper on eBay...

Quote: Originally Posted by BIG POPPA I was looking for the entry level tube amp to start with. I did not want any serious commitment. If I did not like the amp I could give it away with no hard feelings like I did with previous gear. This amp is the entry level of the Darkvoice stable...

Quote: Originally Posted by LordofDoom After a lot of research I decided to go with the Little Dot MK III for my Sennheiser HD600s, which have the same drivers as your HD580s. +1 thanXs for the vote, Dr Doom - Since your voting for the Mark III I guessing you're happy with your...

Quote: Originally Posted by Spiritboxer http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f5/var...ssions-245103/ This thread has quite a bit of info on the Lunchbox II. Post #23 answers the question regarding the minimum HP load. I knew I had read this somewhere, just a matter of tracking it down...

Quote: Originally Posted by BIG POPPA Give me a little bit and I will have pictures of the "amp' in question in the setup you need to have it in. I almost got a Lunchbox II. I have a Lisa EXP to compare as a base. The Figaro is burning in nicely. More updates in a bit. Yeah if you hit...

Quote: Originally Posted by spookygonk I'd go with the Little Dot III from the reviews I've read so far. thanXs for chiming in Spooky- I'm going to add your 'vote' in brackets, as you - like me - are going on what there have said, while the other folk are offering hand-on, trench...

Quote: Originally Posted by BIG POPPA I will stir the pot. The Figaro sounds great with the HD-580s and it is 159 plus shipping. Around 219 or so.You will need a step up transformer but that is only about 30 bux or so. I am so happy with this amp. Low impedance cans will need a...

Quote: Originally Posted by Spiritboxer I think there's a gain switch on the Lunchbox II that will allow you to drive lower impedance cans. I came close to buying one myself for the HD580's but the RSA XP-7 was just too much to resist. Might still get a Lunchbox down the road but I'm...

Quote: Originally Posted by Uncle Erik The Lunch Box is pretty good with Senns. I don't know about the Beyers, though. Why don't you drop Craig a line? He's very friendly and always willing to give advice. I'm sure he has a few memories of the old kits, as well. Hiya Uncle- You...

Quote: Originally Posted by crewchief BTW Dorito I did some reading up and it seem that our dream amp is the Graham Slee Solo. You can read about it here or look it up on the forums. It seems it is more current driven and that is right up the 701's alley. Only problem is it is $$$$. OK...

Quote: Originally Posted by RogerB The Little Dot MKIII at $199 may well be the best value in tube amps. I love mine and would definitely put it on your "short list". Hi Roger- Glad to hear your in love - ENJOY! You tied up the score. best, angel Little Dot: 2...

Quote: Originally Posted by Dorito123 Just make sure your not trying to drive low impedance cans with the lunch box. EC website says minimum impedance is 150. thanXs for the heads-up Dorito. As this means that if I get a Luchbox, Grado's can't be my new HP. best, angel

Quote: Originally Posted by DNT This is the site of LunchboxII for your reference. Lunch Box Much thanXs, DNT. best, angel