Just listened to some Fostex T50RPs today... WOW!

[Armaegis]

Tugsten putty is really expensive...
 
I wonder if we could get a cheapo version by simply embedding lead shot into regular putty/blutak.

 

[bluemonkeyflyer]

 
I think once you get to a certain amount of power it really gets down to quality instead of quantity. I'm not quite sure what the PPAv2 in terms of power is but my V200 has a lot of it. I think it should have around 2000 mW at around 50 ohms but it does sound better because of a better amp than the PPAv2 but the latter is no slouch.
 
 

Tugsten putty is really expensive...
 
I wonder if we could get a cheapo version by simply embedding lead shot into regular putty/blutak.

Hmmm. I've got a better idea....

 

[kkl10]

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1. Does someone know if there is a heavier counterpart to blutack?
 
2. How much more heavy is newplast over blutack and how much more heavy is tungsten putty over newplast?
 
I'm not modding the T50RP I'm modding a GMP, but since this thread has a lot of people with hands on experience with putty like materials I thought I should ask here...
For my particular situation the viscoelastic adhesive property of blutack is much preferable over the viscoplasticity of plasticine.
Ideally a heavy viscoelastic adhesive is what I want.
 
3. Does tungsten putty behave similarly to blutack in this regard, or is it more like plasticine?
 
And why are there so few people, if any, using tungsten putty? Shouldn't it's added weight help to damp mechanical vibrations further near the source and further improve sub-bass response?
 
Thanks!

I still would like to get some answers to the three main questions!
 
Thank you!

 

[snakeeater69]

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Do a co-op group buy. Ask if anyone has what you need for sale or trade.
4 blocks of plasticine - $4
Felt per sheet- $1
Dynamat - traded for $0
Paxmate $30 - trade or donate what's left
Super Secret Special Sound Stuff by PM Only (Maybe) - Priceless

Thanks for clarifying that out.
 
Anyone here have extra materials they are welling to sell for a reasonable price? Just wanted to ask before I pull the trigger.
 

 

[Questhate]

@snakeeater69
 
Where are you located? I have extra Dynamat I'd be happy to send you if you're CONUS. 

 

[snakeeater69]

I live in CA, US. Will it be enough for one pair.

 

[dogears]

My HeadSave Classic is driving it very well. I just need to upgrade my DAC soon

AND can't wait to build the O2... if I can
I have no need for pricy stuff to achieve high-end sound

 
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You know, there's a rule on head-fi that the pricier your amp, the bigger your e-penis. Especially when we're all essentially playing around w/ a $74 phone

 
I've tried the T50RP on a number of amps, and tbh even two single opamps w/ a high enough current output drive the T50RP perfectly. OTOH, the T20v2 was another matter altogether, this thing begs for uber juice...it sounded flabby and lifeless off an opamp IME.
I've been lent a vanilla NFB-12(w/o the oversampling jumpers) by our local A-GD importer, it was really nothing to write home to Mummy about...it prolly needed a few weeks of burn-in, though ^^
 

 

 

[dogears]

So what is the consensus and which is better:
SR840 or FA003 pads?
 
Another pair of T40RP snatched from fullcompass

 

[Twinster]

Just received the T50rp today and did a quick listen and found that they sound pretty good and they are smaller then I thought they were.  I have a very good seal and the earpads are pretty good. They look different from the one I saw on some pictures. They are not as soft looking as the one a saw here and they are very comfy. I'm running some White & Pink noise for now. Will probably start modding tomorrow after I have a good listening session first to get a grasp of the stock signature.  Thank you guys for all the efforts and fun stuff that you are sharing with us. I 'm not naming anyone but I'm sure the community knows who you are. 

 

[dogears]

Links where to order SR840 please? TIA!

 

[rawrster]

It's the SRH840 pads..I'm not sure about international shipping but B&H has them.

 

[200poundsofamp]

If anyone needs paxmate PM me, I have plenty. I'll trade for dynamat or something.
 
Anyone have some of the stiff felt mrspeakers uses, or know where to find some? The craft store where I live doesn't have any.

 

[rawrster]

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If anyone needs paxmate PM me, I have plenty. I'll trade for dynamat or something.
 
Anyone have some of the stiff felt mrspeakers uses, or know where to find some? The craft store where I live doesn't have any.

I bought the creatology felt at Michaels
 

 

[bluemonkeyflyer]

I can send you a piece of Paxmate that should be enough for one mod.  PM your address.
 
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Thanks for clarifying that out.
 
Anyone here have extra materials they are welling to sell for a reasonable price? Just wanted to ask before I pull the trigger.
 

 

 

[dogears]

Thanks, this set's going to my bro at PA
 
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It's the SRH840 pads..I'm not sure about international shipping but B&H has them.