[Mikey99]

is it generally not advised to buy a superconductor or other upgrade cable that is dual 3 pin if you can only use with an adapter to 4 pin xlr? I’ve had mixed experiences with adapters and whether they impact sound quality.

I use the Abyss adapter, it works well, no noticeable impact on sound quality to my ears.

 

[GuyForkes]

So.. after about a week with the new headband trying to stretch the o-rings out, it didn't expand enough to where it felt even remotely comfortable. Worst of all, the rings were so tight I couldn't toe-in the drivers which was my preferred configuration.

I ended up ordering a bunch of O-rings (Size 215 & 216) off Amazon:
https://www.amazon.sg/gp/product/B0051XY4AS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They arrived today, 100 pieces a pack


Big difference in size between the stock rings and the ordered ones


This makes a huge difference and completely resolves the issues I had with the new headband. Highly recommended for those who have been struggling with the new headband. No complaints about the leather part of the headband, it's a clear upgrade in quality and comfort.

 

[Roasty]

So.. after about a week with the new headband trying to stretch the o-rings out, it didn't expand enough to where it felt even remotely comfortable. Worst of all, the rings were so tight I couldn't toe-in the drivers which was my preferred configuration.

I ended up ordering a bunch of O-rings (Size 215 & 216) off Amazon:
https://www.amazon.sg/gp/product/B0051XY4AS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They arrived today, 100 pieces a pack


Big difference in size between the stock rings and the ordered ones


This makes a huge difference and completely resolves the issues I had with the new headband. Highly recommended for those who have been struggling with the new headband. No complaints about the leather part of the headband, it's a clear upgrade in quality and comfort.

I saw the same on amazon, but was trying to figure out what to do with the other 98 pieces! Lol

Which is the better size? 215 or 216?

 

[GuyForkes]

I saw the same on amazon, but was trying to figure out what to do with the other 98 pieces! Lol

Which is the better size? 215 or 216?

I started with 216 but it was so comfortable I didn't want to go through the hassle of swapping it. Btw, pm'ed you.

 

[Articnoise]

Don’t get the 2 three pin xlr. One, like everybody has mentioned, it’ll be easier to sell the 4-pin. Two, if you change amps, very few have 2 three pin connectors. Three, adapters converting the 3-pins to a 4-pin or SE cost more. Four, wires get tangled more with two wires not connected to each other. Five, there is no added sound quality benefit with two 3-pins over a 4-pin.

Which cable and amp did you use to test that there is no added sound quality benefit with two 3-pins over a 4-pin?

 

[Ciggavelli]

Which cable and amp did you use to test that there is no added sound quality benefit with two 3-pins over a 4-pin?

I researched it prior to buying the Superconductor. Everything I read said that there were no sound quality differences between the 3-pin and the 4-pin

 

[Focux]

So.. after about a week with the new headband trying to stretch the o-rings out, it didn't expand enough to where it felt even remotely comfortable. Worst of all, the rings were so tight I couldn't toe-in the drivers which was my preferred configuration.

I ended up ordering a bunch of O-rings (Size 215 & 216) off Amazon:
https://www.amazon.sg/gp/product/B0051XY4AS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They arrived today, 100 pieces a pack


Big difference in size between the stock rings and the ordered ones


This makes a huge difference and completely resolves the issues I had with the new headband. Highly recommended for those who have been struggling with the new headband. No complaints about the leather part of the headband, it's a clear upgrade in quality and comfort.

these remind me of O rings from water cooling days..

 

[Homrsimson]

I opted for the Lazuli Nirvana but would like to A/B with the SC before deciding to keep it.

I started with 216 but it was so comfortable I didn't want to go through the hassle of swapping it. Btw, pm'ed you.

I’m likewise interested in trying this, since I also have a bit noggin. I’ll have to see if I can find these in the US store

 

[joseph69]

Resale would probably be better with the 4 pin XLR.

Definitely

 

[mat.1]

4 pin is gold plated, 3 pin is rhodium.

 

[532500]

To all the Speaker-Amp-for-Abyss-Guys: Anybody using a Mcintosh Integrated for their Abyss via Speaker Taps? Cause i do and i can highly recommend it. Compared to Amps like the Ican Pro or even the Violectric 281 it`s kind of another planet Would like to hear my Mcintosh MA6700 in comparison to the highly praised Moon 430 or 600 amps on day....

 

[paradoxper]

To all the Speaker-Amp-for-Abyss-Guys: Anybody using a Mcintosh Integrated for their Abyss via Speaker Taps? Cause i do and i can highly recommend it. Compared to Amps like the Ican Pro or even the Violectric 281 it`s kind of another planet Would like to hear my Mcintosh MA6700 in comparison to the highly praised Moon 430 or 600 amps on day....

I had half-pined for the MHA100/150 for use with the TC, however, came away a little skeptical of its warm nature.
Decided on a Pass Labs INT-150 and likely will end my search.

The 600i is also a lovely sounding amplifier.

 

[ken6217]

To all the Speaker-Amp-for-Abyss-Guys: Anybody using a Mcintosh Integrated for their Abyss via Speaker Taps? Cause i do and i can highly recommend it. Compared to Amps like the Ican Pro or even the Violectric 281 it`s kind of another planet Would like to hear my Mcintosh MA6700 in comparison to the highly praised Moon 430 or 600 amps on day....

i haven’t used a McIntosh, but I am using an Audio Research speaker amp, and have tried Pass Labs, and owned a Simaudio speaker amps. The first amp I used with my 1266 TC was a Violectric V281 as that has always been my favorite headphone amp. You can’t even put the V281 in the same sentence with any of those speaker amps. Every characteristic and sonic attribute of those amps are vastly better, and I mean vastly.

 

[JonathanKlein]

I got the Bakoon AMP-13R for the Susvaras that really make it sing. I'm hard-pressed to think it will outperform the HeadTrip with the TC but I'll give it a go.

 

[532500]

i haven’t used a McIntosh, but I am using an Audio Research speaker amp, and have tried Pass Labs, and owned a Simaudio speaker amps. The first amp I used with my 1266 TC was a Violectric V281 as that has always been my favorite headphone amp. You can’t even put the V281 in the same sentence with any of those speaker amps. Every characteristic and sonic attribute of those amps are vastly better, and I mean vastly.

what made you choosing the AR in the end if i may ask?

and: with my mcintosh i can choose between the 2,4 or 8 ohm taps. which one would you prefer technichally?

regards from germany, oliver