Reversible Equation Audio RP-21 Mod (56K warning)

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Originally Posted by Skylab /img/forum/go_quote.gif Mrarroyo, YOU WIN THE JACKPOT! Nice call. I tried this and it's definitely the sweet spot. Beyer pads AND Beyer foam make the RP21's more comfortable and better sounding.

But you're using the Beyer leather pads, no?

 

[Skylab]

Yes, RP21 + Beyer Leather pads + Beyer Foam =

 

[epithetless]

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Originally Posted by Skylab /img/forum/go_quote.gif Yes, RP21 + Beyer Leather pads + Beyer Foam =

Okay, that's what I thought...I got the impression from your response to mrarroyo that you thought the Beyer velours + Beyer foam were the winning combination...and since not all pads are equal, I thought I'd check.


EDIT: Good lord, this thread is wide.

 

[BigAmish]

I wonder, is it possible to stuff the DT770 foam underneath the stock pads? I don't mind the stocks & foam is a heck of a lot cheaper than new Beyer earpads. Skylab, care to be the guinea pig?

BTW, the part # for the Beyer DT770 replacement foam is #333.395. Apparently it can be ordered at fullcompass.com & several European websites. Fullcompass.com doesn't list a price, but other sites quote the foam at 1.85 euros or 1.24 GBP. I think I can justify that expense in the name of frivolous modding!

@ mrarroyo: Save us from the huge pix! Have mercy!

 

[Joshatdot]

Sweet mod!

+1 for mrarroyo to thumbnail his pics!

 

[mrarroyo]

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Originally Posted by Joshatdot /img/forum/go_quote.gif Sweet mod! +1 for mrarroyo to thumbnail his pics!

Done.

 

[BigAmish]

For those in North America who are interested in buying Beyerdynamic DT770 foam pads to mod their RP-21s, pricing information @ Fullcompass.com can be found here. Ordering information can be found here.

The part # is 014-333.395

For Europeans with similar ambitions, go here.

Just trying to consolidate information for the sake of those who don't monitor all of the Equation Audio threads!

 

[epithetless]

Anyone have a set of the original RP-21 foam circles that they'd be willing to sell me? I just purchased a set of used Equation Audio RP-21s from which the original circles were removed, and I'd like to have a full array of choices when they arrive so I can decide which way I prefer them. PM me if you think we can work something out! Thanks!

 

[Chipp]

Just got finished pulling off the foam, I'm impressed. I enjoy the more in-your-face presentation. Maybe I should pick up some Grado's next. This mod was very worth the 2 seconds it took to do it though, I'm happy.

 

[richierich]

yeah mod was easy and I enjoy the sound coming through my RP-21s!!

 

[Chipp]

Well, my pads went back in tonight. Perhaps my ears just stick out abnormally far, but I found them to be God-awfully uncomfortable without the pads in. Sound was nice, but I don't think it was worth the, eh, pain.

 

[uppis]

Ok I used to dislike rp21 compared to ms1, they sounded too dark, but the bass was pretty nice at they same time. Honestly, I didn't use them almost at all. Anyways, after headfi get up again (thank god!) I decided to just remove the pads, and yeah!, its a big difference, they sound a lot better now, more like ms-1 but closed and more bass. Now we just need a mod to make these headphones look good, they are so ugly that I can't use them at public.

(MS-1 are soo beautiful and the fit my style perfectly..)

 

[BigAmish]

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Originally Posted by uppis /img/forum/go_quote.gif Ok I used to dislike rp21 compared to ms1, they sounded too dark, but the bass was pretty nice at they same time. Honestly, I didn't use them almost at all. Anyways, after headfi get up again (thank god!) I decided to just remove the pads, and yeah!, its a big difference, they sound a lot better now, more like ms-1 but closed and more bass. Now we just need a mod to make these headphones look good, they are so ugly that I can't use them at public. (MS-1 are soo beautiful and the fit my style perfectly..)

Glad you like the mod. Funny that your sentiments (regarding MS-1s & RP-21s) are pretty close to what I was thinking at the time I first modded mine!

 

[Chiger]

i like the equations without the pads but my only problem is that if i dont position my left ear properly it can get irritating cause it rubs against teh driver

 

[BigAmish]

Beyer foam pads may be just the ticket for you. Better highs & still some ear cushioning.