Stax: SR 002 + Srm 002 and Srm 003 mk2 + Srm 003 impression and appreciation thread

[timb5881]

Just got my SR-002 setup and have tried it a little. So far so good

 

[timb5881]

Glad you're enjoying them, I certainly am right now as well.

 

[timb5881]

So far so good. Trying different tips now. Any recommendations for other types of tips I might try?

 

[timb5881]

Found my Philips 4.5 ac to dc adapter, 4.5v center pin + and outer is -. Did not work, nor did my Sonly one which is the same.

 

[timb5881]

I received Pink Panthers adapter and color me impressed! Been listening to the SR-002 through a Cary Rocket 88 in triode mode and they really sing with this setup.

 

[husamia]

I listen to the Stax SR 002 every once in a while. They feel open, crisp clear. I also have the Shure KSE1500. I prefer the Stax because they feel open. To be honest. Nothing comes close to how good they feel.

 

[mayanez]

I can finally connect the portable SR-001/002 to my SRM-T1 tube amplifier! A good friend built the adapter for me. It's a lot of fun to listen to the little ones. Go together incredibly well. The signature is similar to the legendary Omega in my opinion. Beautiful midrange and powerful bass. Just awesome...

Finally, got a pair to go alongside my SR-407. So far the Bose QC20i tips have helped with comfort and seal considerably. I was curious though, where did you get those hooks?

 

[THX28]

you have to search for „tws k2“ Earhooks…

 

[BenF]

Finally, got a pair to go alongside my SR-407. So far the Bose QC20i tips have helped with comfort and seal considerably. I was curious though, where did you get those hooks?

Do you mean these? https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000018001900.html

you have to search for „tws k2“ Earhooks…

I've bought them - they help 003 to stay in the ear, but there is no seal yet - so no bass.

The best sound so far I was able to achieve in these two ways:
1) Use 003 with cable up, the earbuds are connected on the correct sides - but you switch sides listening.
2) Use 003 with cable down, the earbuds are connected on the opposite sides - with the opening only partially exposed.

Of course, tip rolling is super important too - I've tried many generic ones, before finding ones that sounded best to me - it's very personal, so everyone should try to find the best ones for them.
Large single flanges usually sound best - since 003 can't really go deep in the ear canal, smaller tips don't seal.

 

[yabba235]

Hi !
For many years I listened to IEM with armature driver, but now I wanted to change something - e.g. for electrostats.
Rather portable, of course. I used shure which are very comfortable for a long time, I wanted to buy kse 1200/1500 but I did not succeed, so I am looking for staxes now, but they look not very comfortable - can you attach custom tips in them? And if so, where to order them?
Are portable staxes really that uncomfortable to wear?

 

[sanjaycr]

Hi !
For many years I listened to IEM with armature driver, but now I wanted to change something - e.g. for electrostats.
Rather portable, of course. I used shure which are very comfortable for a long time, I wanted to buy kse 1200/1500 but I did not succeed, so I am looking for staxes now, but they look not very comfortable - can you attach custom tips in them? And if so, where to order them?

Hi !
For many years I listened to IEM with armature driver, but now I wanted to change something - e.g. for electrostats.
Rather portable, of course. I used shure which are very comfortable for a long time, I wanted to buy kse 1200/1500 but I did not succeed, so I am looking for staxes now, but they look not very comfortable - can you attach custom tips in them? And if so, where to order them?
Are portable staxes really that uncomfortable to wear?

Fits my ear comfortable and yes they are superior to KSE1500, I have both SR002 and KSE1500.

 

[yabba235]

Your opinion is very important to me!
Do you use standard tips or custom tips?

 

[sanjaycr]

Your opinion is very important to me!
Do you use standard tips or custom tips?

Original tips - Large that came in the box

 

[husamia]

Where do you get replacement for the tips?

 

[Tachikoma]

Your opinion is very important to me!
Do you use standard tips or custom tips?

The SR-003 is significantly more rolled off in the treble than the KSE1500/1200, but that may not be a minus depending on your tastes.