[mechgamer123]

  Hi,
 
I currently own an SRM1 MK2 with a Lambda Pro. Thinking of upgrading to either SR-307/407 or even 507. Would this we worthwhile in your opinion? Also what would be the best bang for the buck in the Stax lineup that works with the SRM1 MK2?
 
Thanks,
 
Michael

You may want to also consider the 202/207. If you're looking for something to reduce the sibilance, I would look at a different DAC as well that has a slight treble rolloff or at least some general softness. For me, the AMB Gamma2 sounded a lot softer and more forgiving of my lambda's sibilance than my current DAC.

 

[richard51]

may i use an Ankaka universal battery charger 20000 mAh instead of the wall wart with the stax  srm 252s amp ? And do i need to use this for inverting the polarity ?
 
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Reverse-Polarity-Converter-Cable-For-Keyboard-Guitar-Effect-Pedal/1922284088.html
 
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/330919124943?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649&clk_rvr_id=746768711297&afsrc=1

 

[Chris J]

may i use an Ankaka universal battery charger 20000 mAh instead of the wall wart with the stax  srm 252s amp ? And do i need to use this for inverting the polarity ?

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Reverse-Polarity-Converter-Cable-For-Keyboard-Guitar-Effect-Pedal/1922284088.html

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/330919124943?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649&clk_rvr_id=746768711297&afsrc=1

I'm sure you can, as long as the DC polarity is correct.

 

[richard51]

I'm sure you can, as long as the DC polarity is correct.

 thank you for the reply.... If i understand i simply put the  polarity converter cable between the supply and the amp ?

 

[ska-YJ]

I got my first stay 2 yeas ago.
It should be stax2170 and really impressed me.
I upgraded to stax007 1 year later. But have to tell, would rather use 2170 better than hd600 or k701.
Now I'm a stax fan only.

 

[autoteleology]

Can someone explain to me how a really expensive Stax amp (like the Blue Hawaii) improves over a mid-range Stax amp like the SRM-1/MK2 or the SRM-T1?

If Stax amps aren't reliant on voltage/current balance like dynamic headphones (supposedly electrostatic headphones consume virtually no current), and the bias voltage is always the same (is it?), since the specs of the mid-range amps are already astonishingly low, where is there to improve? More voltage/volume? (And if so, do higher-end electrostatics consume more power or something to justify this?)

 

[Chris J]

 thank you for the reply.... If i understand i simply put the  polarity converter cable between the supply and the amp ?

That sounds correct.
Do you have a volt meter?
If you are not sure, use a voltmeter to verify the voltage polarity is correct.
I suspect you may not need a polarity adaptor as the battery pack seems to come with a full set of adapters.

 

[Elsie]

I'm wondering how much Stax SR-2020 setups in good condition are going for right now (only real problem with them is ear pads are a bit broken down and could use an upgrade to the SR-507 real leather ear pads)? Needing some money and I'm not at my desk very often so they're not getting much love and would probably do better in a home where they could get more use right now.

 

[Evshrug]

I recently bought a used SR-x MKIII, for the price I'd say it fits the "entry-level Stax" criteria. I've had two heavenly listens so far, gutting the core of my home theater in the basement (and sourcing from the line-out of my iPod classic), but it's in a really inconvenient place (thus the iPod) and I haven't really had much chance to listen yet. The Earpads basically feel like cloth on top of metal, despite that they're comfortable enough to wear longer than my closed headphones since the clamp and earcup articulation are great... but still, I'd be much happier if anyone could suggest a better way to do padding for these?

Btw, I've got a Creative Labs X7 on the way ($120 off with coupon code HOHOHO3, final price $280) that has a better DAC than my iPod and a class-D power amp, that should make a listening setup MUCH more convenient.

 

[cucera]

congratulations the SR-X is my favourite vintage Stax.

 

[Evshrug]

Thanks, it's quite a treat, had me saying WOW out loud for like half an hour, hahaha.

 

[electrostatics]

  Can someone explain to me how a really expensive Stax amp (like the Blue Hawaii) improves over a mid-range Stax amp like the SRM-1/MK2 or the SRM-T1?

If Stax amps aren't reliant on voltage/current balance like dynamic headphones (supposedly electrostatic headphones consume virtually no current), and the bias voltage is always the same (is it?), since the specs of the mid-range amps are already astonishingly low, where is there to improve? More voltage/volume? (And if so, do higher-end electrostatics consume more power or something to justify this?)

I was wondering the same thing...had this crazy idea to purchase an SR-009 for Christmas and running it off my SRM1 MK2. Does this make sense?

 

[Ali-Pacha]

I mostly use my SR-009 off my SRM-1/mk2 pro...my SRM-727 has significantly less listening time, considering its somewhat bloating sound. Good for classical / voices, but not "flat" enough to my tastes.
And I'm also waiting for a BHSE.

Ali

 

[Sorrodje]

  I mostly use my SR-009 off my SRM-1/mk2 pro...my SRM-727 has significantly less listening time, considering its somewhat bloating sound. Good for classical / voices, but not "flat" enough to my tastes.
And I'm also waiting for a BHSE.

Ali

 
 
Which part of the FR is bloated with the 727 in your opinion ?

 

[Ali-Pacha]

Bass. Bigger than life and not so well-controlled. Not completely unpleasant with SR-009, but almost saturating with Gamma pro and very oatmeal-ish with Sigma pro
 
Ali