The Headcase Stax thread

[spritzer]

It great that you guys are liking the Stax experience...

Bending the arcs on the SR-007 is absolutely crucial for them to reach their full potential. It's a bit sad how many have dismissed the SR-007 in favor of other phones just because the fit wasn't right...

[postjack]

Originally Posted by spritzer

Bending the arcs on the SR-007 is absolutely crucial for them to reach their full potential. It's a bit sad how many have dismissed the SR-007 in favor of other phones just because the fit wasn't right...

Absolutely! And unfortunately this is something that people won't do in a meet setting. At least I know I wouldn't want anybody messing with the arcs on my SR-007 at a meet. Having said that, they are actually quite malleable, and easy to bend back into the original shape if need be.

[deepak]

I'd still prefer to buy an unbent pair since it looks pretty easy to screw it up, ie bending one metal band more than the other.

[postjack]

Originally Posted by deepak

I'd still prefer to buy an unbent pair since it looks pretty easy to screw it up, ie bending one metal band more than the other.

Nah, I'm not sure if its really completely screwupable. I could be wrong of course, I'm new to this bending thing.

[minivan]

splitzer: what's the cheapest way to get the second hand SR-404 driver? i have a sigma non pro , am considering replacing the driver like what u did

[spritzer]

Originally Posted by deepak

I'd still prefer to buy an unbent pair since it looks pretty easy to screw it up, ie bending one metal band more than the other.

If it all goes haywire then a new arc assembly costs 100$ and that includes the headpad.

Originally Posted by minivan

splitzer: what's the cheapest way to get the second hand SR-404 driver? i have a sigma non pro , am considering replacing the driver like what u did

Find a used SR-404, that is the best way. Second best would be to buy a new one from Japan and cut it up.

Please be aware that the success of this mod is in the glue used to mount the drivers. I've spent a lot of time to find the best one as it needs to be strong, no mess and very thin.

[JBLoudG20]

Originally Posted by postjack

I'm new to this blending thing.

[deepak]

[minivan]

splitzer: what sort of glue do u used? is pricejapan the cheapest place to buy the sr404? and can u use any of those lamba series driver? sorry i am still new to stax, all these lamba series are confusing me.
thanks

[deepak]

If memory serves correctly the SR-303 and SR-404 both use the same driver and are the only headphones to use that driver. The Airbow is cryo'ed.

[spritzer]

The SR-303, 404, SC-1 and 4070 all use the same driver but the 303 uses the older PC-OCC cable and the SC1 is cryo treated. While all of the Lambdas look alike the drivers are very different and there are some subtle differences. I wouldn't do this mod with anything less then a SR-404

The glue I use I found at some local store and they have no idea where it's from. It's not marked in any way but I bought up everything they had so I have enough for some time. The glue with the yellow backing that I used to mount the damping material is also good and you should be able to find it at a local crafts store.

One thing that you need to know is that this is far from easy and you need to be able to do repairs to the drivers as it is guaranteed that you'll rip a dustcover (or two) or even rip one driver apart. Working with electrostatic drivers takes a lot of practice and there is no room for error. One slip and you can throw the driver in the garbage. I'm not trying to discourage you but you should know the risks involved.

[Smeggy]

Where do I order a $100 O2 Arc assembly? I wants it

[spritzer]

Originally Posted by Smeggy

Where do I order a $100 O2 Arc assembly? I wants it

Ask EIFL or Yama's. Just so you know there are no forks to attach to a housing due to the different design of the SR-007. What is included is just the two metal arcs, headband and the plastic pieces that hold it to the base plate on each side.

[luvdunhill]

yup, you can even order the pad separate from the arcs. Both are $50. I ordered from Yama's

[spritzer]

Originally Posted by luvdunhill

yup, you can even order the pad separate from the arcs. Both are $50. I ordered from Yama's

Ok, didn't know that.

[Smeggy]

Coolies, I've never seen a pic of dismantled O2s so I don't know how it all connects together but I'm sure I can get a mounting plate made by Front Panel Express for the drivers to go in and attach to the arc.

[spritzer]

Originally Posted by Smeggy

Coolies, I've never seen a pic of dismantled O2s so I don't know how it all connects together but I'm sure I can get a mounting plate made by Front Panel Express for the drivers to go in and attach to the arc.

Here is a pic:


Having something made wouldn't be too hard but simply buying the 4070 arc would be even better.

[Smeggy]

Originally Posted by spritzer

Here is a pic:


Having something made wouldn't be too hard but simply buying the 4070 arc would be even better.

Nam, I already have the O2 pads, nice round look, couple of bits and it'd look sweet.

Thanks for the pic

[postjack]

Hey Stax fans-

Got my SRD-7mk2 hooked up, listening to my normal bias lambdas now. damn these cans are still amazing, even after a few weeks listening to the OII. eventually these cans will get "discovered", and prices will increase. for now they are a stone cold bargain. Glad I'm on Team Stats in '08!

[deepak]

This is one of my favorite albums on the Lambdas so far. It's Comus - First Utterance, a psychedelic folk album from the 1970s. The Lambdas are delicate, yet have incredible slam when the music kicks into high gear. And they are incredibly resolving of all the small detail. I imagine it sounds even better on the SR-007.

First three tracks here, download:
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=0TYKZXE4