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  10. Canjam 08 Meet Impressions

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    So were there any big announcements for new headphones from anyone? (not IEMs, full size headphones).

    I know, I've been anticipating a release of something during CanJam, but it looks like no dice. I was really hoping Sennheiser would finally unveil whatever it is they're working on.

  12. GTA IV

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    I've read that...I actually have a 40gig one, though. I just read that disabling your network connection (wired or wireless) is allowing many to play. I'll try that when I get home.

  14. GTA IV

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    lameness: I have the PS3 version. The night I picked it up, I only played long enough to save at the apartment. Today I finally had some free time to play, but the game just sits at the loading game screen, even after completely uninstalling the game and reinstalling =/

  18. Best Tube Amp Today? Cost maybe an object

    in Headphone Amplification

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    Thanks for the replies, guys. I'm still a bit mixed up on which direction I'm going to pursue when I start this project, but that's to be expected ;) I've been reading a lot of stuff about the Darling (1626 output tube) and think it would probably make a really nice headphone amp (possibly great if built correctly), but I'll wait to see what Earl thinks of his when he finally receives it (then breadboard a couple different layouts like SE or DRD). I've done a lot more looking into the TubeLabSE (with 45's if I can find a decent pair) and think it could be the base of a great tube headphone amp, also. I could try to do a knock-off of Blackie's Duality (anybody know what tubes he used?), or I could go for an over the top WCF. Lastly, I could do the first two stages of the Karna, but I'm somewhat afraid that it could be a bit above my ability.

    So, choices are Darling, TubeLabSE, something with WCF follower output, Karna, or knock-off of Blackie's Duality (if anyone has any info) or maybe something along the lines of the new Millett amp (again with the DHT's). What do you guys think?

    Lastly, anyone have any opinions on James transformers? From everything I've read they look pretty nice, especially for the price, and I've read that the guys behind Tango run it. Other than that I guess it's Lundahls or Electra-Prints?

  21. Best Tube Amp Today? Cost maybe an object

    in Headphone Amplification

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    Thanks again for all the suggestions guys. Anyone know what tubes were used in the Blackie Pagano Duality? From the top it looks like a pretty simple and standard topology, but who knows without looking under the hood. I would consider an HD650-specific amp.

    aerius, the more I look at your schematic the more I like it. I've never seen grid-neutralization caps before, but the idea seems solid. I'm sure it smokes the lower end SP's...have you had the chance to compare it to some higher-level stuff?

    Lastly, can anyone put into words the general difference between transformer coupled and OTL sound? I've read that transformer is more "musical" and OTL is more "accurate." Does that sound...accurate?

  24. Best Tube Amp Today? Cost maybe an object

    in Headphone Amplification

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    I might start with a L'espressivo to break myself into ptp wiring first, especially since it's relatively cheap if I screw something up (I've been emailing dsavitsk about this off and on for 6 mo. now).

    After that, I think I'll gun for an OTL design as that's what interests me most (though I'm now looking more seriously at the Karna without the third stage using 6w6's). Is it more common for OTL amps to use negative feedback? SP specs less than 20ohm z-out, so those must have negative feedback.

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