Topic: The All Purpose Advice Thread (Read 139943 times)

MuppetFace · « **Reply #10 on:** March 04, 2013, 07:14:10 PM »

@ munch:

For universals I'd suggest looking into the Sony MDR-7550 / EX800ST (they're the same thing) or new EarSonics SM64.

The thing with customs to remember is that there are additional fees. You'll need to pay for custom artwork if you want it, getting impressions done, shipping both ways, and potentially more shipping costs if you need a refit. So while you can find decent customs for 500 USD or so, the cost is going to climb higher.

shipsupt · « **Reply #11 on:** March 04, 2013, 08:08:38 PM »

Good point, the UE 4 are sort of stripped down... No custom art, no fancy carrying cases, etc... But at $399 and say $50 for impressions you should be able to get them shipped home under 5 bills.

I'm actually working on ordering a pair now as a second custom. Some of us think they are a bit under rated...

I'm just high on customs now, universals just fall short for me now.

MuppetFace · « **Reply #12 on:** March 04, 2013, 08:24:51 PM »

Quote from: shipsupt on March 04, 2013, 08:08:38 PM

Good point, the UE 4 are sort of stripped down... No custom art, no fancy carrying cases, etc... But at $399 and say $50 for impressions you should be able to get them shipped home under 5 bills.

I'm actually working on ordering a pair now as a second custom. Some of us think they are a bit under rated...

I'm just high on customs now, universals just fall short for me now.

Customs are awesome. I don't have much experience with any under $800, unfortunately.

You just have to know what you're getting into and keep your expectations reasonable, or you could end up really disappointed with something that has terrible resale value. My first customs were pretty much a disaster; had to go through several refits, and in the end they sounded no better than a lot of universals.

Second time around was a much better experience because I was better prepared.

planx · « **Reply #13 on:** March 04, 2013, 08:45:34 PM »

Munch: If you haven't already, take a look at they Etymotic ER-4S (I personally prefer the S over the P as it sounds clearer and with better treble, but the P has more bass quantity, which is pointless because it still doesn't have that much bass". Another that comes to mind that is overlooked is the Shure SE425.

@Muppet: What are your thoughts on the T-Peos H-100? I'm just curious because I'm next on the tour and so far no one seems to be liking it and desperately trying to finding positive attributes associated with the H-100

MuppetFace · « **Reply #14 on:** March 04, 2013, 08:56:04 PM »

Quote from: planx on March 04, 2013, 08:45:34 PM

@Muppet: What are your thoughts on the T-Peos H-100? I'm just curious because I'm next on the tour and so far no one seems to be liking it and desperately trying to finding positive attributes associated with the H-100

In a word? Terrible. My impressions were posted in the tour thread on head-fi if you want to read the details.

ader · « **Reply #15 on:** March 04, 2013, 11:07:09 PM »

Dave, I remember you saying in the chat that the PS Audio power conditioners weren't all that for their cost, but have you had positive experiences with power conditioners in general, and are there any you'd recommend? I'm curious as to whether or not the NAD M51 is impaired by its PSU or something, and I was actually getting a bit of noise the last time I used my "main rig."

Could anyone else recommend decent power conditioners?

DaveBSC · « **Reply #16 on:** March 04, 2013, 11:37:03 PM »

Quote from: ader on March 04, 2013, 11:07:09 PM

Dave, I remember you saying in the chat that the PS Audio power conditioners weren't all that for their cost, but have you had positive experiences with power conditioners in general, and are there any you'd recommend? I'm curious as to whether or not the NAD M51 is impaired by its PSU or something, and I was actually getting a bit of noise the last time I used my "main rig."

Yeah, I wasn't blown away by the Power Plant. There are a few I'd suggest checking out. 1. B-P-T. Chris' CPC filters and his BP balanced Iso transformers are excellent, and cost a lot less than most of the other guys doing the same types of conditioners. 2. Running Springs. Very expensive, so you'd want to look on the used market for those. 3. Audio-Magic, either The Q or the Mini Reference II. I have very limited experience with them, but what I've heard has been very positive. Definitely something I need to try for myself.

Dyaems · « **Reply #17 on:** March 05, 2013, 12:10:50 AM »

any portable amp that is alot smaller and its sound is close to a lisa3?

ader · « **Reply #18 on:** March 05, 2013, 12:27:50 AM »

Which B-P-T products have you tried? I'm tempted by that BP-1 Ultra. I mean, that should be more than adequate for a NAD M51 and an EC Electra, right?

planx · « **Reply #19 on:** March 05, 2013, 01:51:31 AM »

@ Muppet: I really don't have high hopes for these, but with all things, I'll try to have an open mind when I receive them from you.

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