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    OFFICIAL: Massdrop Sennheiser HD6XX

    That's what I was thinking, multistage paint ain't cheap or easy to do right. By going to single stage I bet they have almost no rejects and labor...
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Nov 3, 2016 in forum: Headphones
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    OFFICIAL: Massdrop Sennheiser HD6XX

    I think we all know there's no stopping there hah. The HD650s have maintained a spot in my headphone stable through all my gear ventures. From my...
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Nov 3, 2016 in forum: Headphones
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    OFFICIAL: Massdrop Sennheiser HD6XX

    Very awesome. Looks like senn basically skipped paint or went with a very simple paint stage. Probably saved quite a bit for production costs....
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Nov 3, 2016 in forum: Headphones
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    Schiit Gungnir Multibit impressions

    Yup but as others have stated, the relay is only audible from outside the case. Schiit did a really good job at muting the relay. No need to worry...
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Nov 1, 2016 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    WTB: HD650 cable 4pin XLR balanced(closed)

    No problem! Glad you got your cable :D
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Oct 29, 2016 in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales
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    WTB: HD650 cable 4pin XLR balanced(closed)

    Hey gbeast, I have a stock cable I reterminated in a 4pin XLR if you're interested. It's not fancy by any means but worked well with my mjolnir 2...
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Oct 29, 2016 in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales
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    Noob questions about Lyr 2

    I really like the LISST in the Lyr 2. Tubes are fun as all get out but the LISST basically makes the Lyr 2 a really high-power neutral amp that...
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Apr 10, 2016 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    The Head-Fi Healing Thread

    Classifieds for sure, they see a lot of traffic so it's a great place to buy and sell. But other than that I mainly peruse the halls of SBAF, more...
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Apr 9, 2016 in forum: Tales from the Bully Pulpit
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    FS: Gungnir Multibit

    Couldn't help myself, I've got the upgraditis. @MrTie , it has been a pleasure doing business.
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Apr 9, 2016 in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales
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    FS: Gungnir Multibit

    This has to be a sign. Been on the hunt for a Gungnir Multibit. I"ll take it! I'll PM you.
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Apr 9, 2016 in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales
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    Noob questions about Lyr 2

    It is pretty much bogus when it comes to gold pins. Gold is an amazing conductor but so is the alloy they use on tube pins (Kovar, it's basically...
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Apr 9, 2016 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    F/S: Schiit Gungnir Multibit + Stax SR-007 Mk.2.5

    @Bill-P is that Gungnir Multibit still up for grabs? My upgradeitis has been hankering for a Gungnir Multibit ever since I got my Bifrost Multibit.. EDIT: Nevermind, I found...
    Post by: rystyshackle4d, Apr 9, 2016 in forum: Closed (Archived) Sales