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Oct 17, 2012 at 4:50 PM Post #5,027 of 65,629
Oct 17, 2012 at 6:29 PM Post #5,028 of 65,629
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Which should I upgrade first, headphones or get an amp?  I currently have the 325is, but am thinking of selling them and going full woody with Magnums.  I don't have an amp at all right now (unless my Xonar STX soundcard counts), but am drooling all over the Little Dot MKV.  Mmm...solid state goodness <3
 
My 8-year old Logitech speakers just broke too, so my upgrade plans have been slowed :frowning2:

I'd say headphone first, amp second.
 
Oct 17, 2012 at 7:52 PM Post #5,029 of 65,629
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MCA gimbals have some flex. You might try to bend a little.
From Martin's website: 
- The gimbals flex and can bend a little to accommodate larger or smaller cups versus the stock gimbals.
http://www.martincustomaudio.com/p/sale-aluminum-gimbals-rodblocks.html 

 
It stressed me out to do it but they do have some give, thanks for the link.  Nicely mated up now.  Guess it helps to read a bit first.
 
Oct 17, 2012 at 9:03 PM Post #5,031 of 65,629
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What about PS1000's midbass compared to PS500?

 
Soundwise,there's nothing i don't like about the PS1000,so my opinion is obviously biased,but i believe that their overall sound is a bit clearer than the 500's,that beeing said,the 500 might gel better,with a more treble oriented system.
 
Oct 17, 2012 at 10:38 PM Post #5,032 of 65,629
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It stressed me out to do it but they do have some give, thanks for the link.  Nicely mated up now.  Guess it helps to read a bit first.

Reading is your friend 
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Oct 20, 2012 at 10:01 AM Post #5,037 of 65,629
I will be cancelling my V -Moda M-100 pre order and heading to Grado authorized dealer to pick up a PS500!
I cannot wait! I heard that I need to sample at least 3 units bec. there are bit of inconsistency of sound (specially bass) on the same model.
 
Oct 20, 2012 at 10:50 AM Post #5,038 of 65,629
Really enjoying the 325is cans.  Really good value at this price point.  I wanted something more durable for dog walks in the park and I was worried about dropping the RS-1is.  I sort of wish the native jack was 1/8 inch for portable use but the 1/4 inch is probably more versatile.
 
Oct 20, 2012 at 1:19 PM Post #5,040 of 65,629
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You can always get a pair of SR60/SR80 o rMS1 for walks. I use SR60 when I go out of the house. They all have 1/8 plugs.

 
Good point.  I wanted the extra clarity of the 325s.
 

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