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  5. The Headcase Stax thread

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    Okay. Here's where I stand. I am definitely getting some 'stats. It was my goal to listen to a bunch at CanJam. And while I didn't hear a "bunch," I heard enough, as it seems we all did. Truth be told, I think the love started at the first National Meet when I heard the O2. Several meets after that, I made the mistake of always starting with the O2, which wasn't fair to the rest of the cans.

    Anyway, all that horseshit aside, it's time to make a decision. I'm in the process of selling off some gear, but it won't be enough to go crazy (i.e., no Blue Hawaii in my future). Here's what I am thinking, in no particular order:

    1) Find a decent deal on a used 007 and skimp on the amp for now (whatever I can get away with at the lowest price, then start saving for a KGSS or similar);

    2) Get a 3050 II; or

    3) Navigate through the current craze and try to score some Lambdas and a decent amp.

    Thoughts and guidance are appreciated.

  11. Denon AH-D2000--big disappointment.

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    Monkeyman, I'd wait until CanJam to buy. Surely they'll be a pair there somewhere. I'm actually curious to hear them again, with the pads not reversed this time. I'm not looking for more headphones, so, for me, it will strictly be a matter of seeing how far off my initial impressions were due on my own silliness in not checking to see what was wrong when it was clear something was wrong.

    Well, good thing I listened to the wise words here. The D2000 and D5000 both sounded congested and stupid. The only time I heard the D5000 sound respectable was out of the HR Maxed Balanced. Otherwise, these are not my speed.

  17. Denon AH-D2000--big disappointment.

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    Monkeyman, I'd wait until CanJam to buy. Surely they'll be a pair there somewhere. I'm actually curious to hear them again, with the pads not reversed this time. I'm not looking for more headphones, so, for me, it will strictly be a matter of seeing how far off my initial impressions were due on my own silliness in not checking to see what was wrong when it was clear something was wrong.

    You're totally right. No sense buying right now.

  19. Big Speakers

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    At $140,000 those speakers better give memore than an eargasm.

    That's what I was expecting. And I didn't get it. (neither did my wife, but let's not go there...) Maybe it was the Dan, but the system seemed so aggressive to me that I had a hard time relaxing to the music. But maybe that's what these speakers are about; making you pay attention to every note, every decision the musicians make. It was a very educational experience. I look forward to hearing something somewhat comparable, but with a different approach/sound signature.

  20. Big Speakers

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    Yup, Nola speakers. There were also some Audio Research components doing some work in the rig, including amplification. I've been reading all these high-end speaker reviews for so long now without actually listening that I figured I needed a point of reference. This setup was the best I have heard (not saying much, though). I finally understood "holographic" imaging. Steely Dan sounded like they were in the room (Aja was the CD we listened to). The sense of separation, air, space, and the human interaction with the instruments were fantastic. But I didn't find it "perfect." We listened at volumes higher than I usually do. And the sound signature was very forward. Not exactly bright, but the bass and lows were so well-controlled that it sounded almost like they were kicked into the mids if that makes any sense. I suppose what I'm saying is that I feel the system could have used a pinch of warmth. I wonder if this is just my untrained ear seeking a certain comfort level, or if I was properly identifying a real characteristic? I suppose the only answer is to go listen to more equipment! O0

    The sales guy was very nice and spent some time with us (my wife was there, too) even though it was clear we weren't buying anything, which has not been my experience in other hi-fi stores. No Stax phones, though... :sadcat:

  22. The Headcase Stax thread

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    As you may be able to tell, I am a bit confused about the whole pro bias amp/normal bias phones thing. At least that's how I think I'm reading it. The Lambdas normal bias are generally preferred, but the pro bias amp is preferred for the combo? Can someone explain to me. I ain't bright.

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