[philodox]

I'm not a huge fan of the slider being at the front, but it does its job I suppose. Also, haveing the cable exit at the rear of the left earcup is a little strange. I think I will end up recabling my pair at some point.

Otherwise, I quite like the design... especially when compared to other floats.

 

[Pixel Pusher]

Following in the footsteps of a well-known K340 fiend.

Here are some additional pics of the box and of my K1K in comparison to the 85's for size reference:

 

[Duggeh]

Beautiful set of headphones. Certainly the most elegant version of the Float chassis.

 

[Faust2D]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pixel Pusher /img/forum/go_quote.gif Following in the footsteps of a well-known K340 fiend. Here are some additional pics of the box and of my K1K in comparison to the 85's for size reference:

How do you like the sound?

 

[philodox]

LOL... was just looking at the box. 'Completely Open' is right.

 

[facelvega]

Here's a little treat for you from the files of WertherDVX:

Clockwise from top left: PMB100 orthdynamic, PMB Silvertone SL, QP85, and the elusive PMB500 electrostat. I have a PMB100 and QP85 and sold my Silvertone to Werther. I've not yet been able to find the 500, 1000, or dual-driver PMB85. Note that the headband slider is only on the QP85; the rest have different means of adjustment. Also the baffle is different on the older PMB versions, as you can see in my pics on the orthodynamic roundup thread.

 

[Faust2D]

Great pics. Can you describe how PMB100 sounds in comparison to QP85? Are they completely different headphones?

 

[spritzer]

I need to find either a 500 or a 1000 and hook it up to a real amp. ugly electrostats are always cool.

 

[Duggeh]

The PMB500 has a Hirschmann socket I see. Same bias voltage as the Jecklin Float Electrostatics?

 

[spritzer]

Which one? All of the different floats used different bias voltages, ranging from 1200-1550v. I think the Hirschmann connector replaced the DIN as the standard issue HV connector when the bias increased so we shouldn't read to much into it. I need to get a set of these!

 

[philodox]

****, now the stax mafia is on the case. I've got no chance.

 

[spritzer]

There is no such thing as the Stax mafia and if you like your toes you should stop talking about it...

I could always buy one of the "lesser" models and turn them into stats'. Should be easy enough.

 

[Pixel Pusher]

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Originally Posted by Faust2D /img/forum/go_quote.gif How do you like the sound?

I honestly haven't listen to them for more than 1/2 hr thus far. I'm currently on 75+ hrs of burn-in, will have an good listen sometime this weekend though. From what I gather, the quality of sound is quite dependent upon proper fit. Unfortunately there's no manual on how they are meant and designed to be worn.

Thanks so much facelvega for the comparative pics above!

 

[Faust2D]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pixel Pusher /img/forum/go_quote.gif From what I gather, the quality of sound is quite dependent upon proper fit. Unfortunately there's no manual on how they are meant and designed to be worn.

I have this impression as well. I moved them around my head and depending on the tilt and the height of the driver the sound changes dramatically. They are also extremely sensitive to QE settings, much more than other headphones I have.

 

[Pixel Pusher]

Good news is they are easier to drive than both the K340 and K1000.

Still need a quality amp regardless though!