Voltron Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 I am listening to me Omega IIs & Rockhopper KGSS as I type. Cowboy Junkies on 45 rpm Vinyl through this set up is some of the best headphone listening I have ever experienced. Nice tkam! And good stuff to you too, Jeff! That sounds like a very good combo. Quote
deepak Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 The OII/member ratio is growing pretty fast on Head-case. From memory, there's me, tkam, postjack, Duggeh, spritzer, deepak, justin, boomana, kevin gilmore, Elpheas. Anyone else? spritzer doesn't have an O2. He doesn't even like them, he's an HE90 fanboy Quote
luvdunhill Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 spritzer doesn't have an O2. He doesn't even like them, he's an HE90 fanboy nah, he has a SR-007 like me. Quote
CD44hi Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 congrats! welcome back to the world of cans.... : - ) Quote
catscratch Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 I've had mine for a few weeks now. Using an SRD-7 Pro out of a Dared VP-20, and it works quite well actually. Not excessively bassy or sleepy at all, quite vivid sounding if anything. Quote
Smeggy Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 I still can't afford an O2, one day though, one day I can't complain, my current 'stat collection is plenty awesome for my needs and is still the best I've heard to date. I now have what I consider four of the best phones on the planet. I haven't heard the O2 yest so I'm lucky to not miss them. Having listened to some of the best regarded dynamics I can safely say I think my 'stats are way better than any of them. Quote
Iron_Dreamer Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 I love that O2/KGSS setup. 33-50% the cost of an HE90, and so much more listenable. Enjoy! Quote
Fungi Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 I still can't afford an O2, one day though, one day I can't complain, my current 'stat collection is plenty awesome for my needs and is still the best I've heard to date. I now have what I consider four of the best phones on the planet. I haven't heard the O2 yest so I'm lucky to not miss them. Having listened to some of the best regarded dynamics I can safely say I think my 'stats are way better than any of them. Smegma, ECR, Sigma, Lambda? Quote
Smeggy Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 Smegma, ECR, Sigma, Lambda? Smegma Pro Semggy ECR-500 Slambda (sigma/lambda hybrid) K1000 < not a 'stat but the best dynamic I've heard. All four are the very top of the pile for me. Quote
riceboy Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 Congrats Todd. One day I have to listen to the OII, but I'm happy right now. Have fun with your new toys Quote
Elephas Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 The O2 + KGSS was what made me fall into the electrostatic money-pit last summer. I didn't realize O2 prices were falling in anticipation of the Mk2 launch in Dec. 2007, and bid too much for a used pair. Then, I needed an amp and was lucky enough to find a used KGSS listed for sale. I don't have the KGSS anymore, but I would say the O2 + KGSS combination is probably the best deal at a "not-so-insane" price point. I think it is equal to or better than an equivalent dynamic setup, such as HD650 + Zana Deux or W5000 + Zana Deux. Hmm, actually the W5000+ZD versus the O2+KGSS would be a tough choice. I also think the O2 itself is actually priced very reasonably, especially compared to many discontinued dynamics or the HE90. Quote
Elephas Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 The OII/member ratio is growing pretty fast on Head-case. From memory, there's me, tkam, postjack, Duggeh, spritzer, deepak, justin, boomana, kevin gilmore, Elpheas. Anyone else? Is that what I'm known as around here? Sounds like a constipated elf's name. Everyone else is spelled accurately. How would you like it if I mangled your name, GPN? Or GPM, GPS, GPX, GPZ? Quote
spritzer Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 It's nice to the see the old warhorse get the respect that it deserves. I'm using the SR-? mostly now as I'm too scared to plug in the SR-007A... If that midrange "honk" wasn't due to the new tube in the APL then I might have to try and pull a MarkL on the new SR-007's... spritzer doesn't have an O2. He doesn't even like them, he's an HE90 fanboy Quote
GPH Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 Is that what I'm known as around here? Sounds like a constipated elf's name. Everyone else is spelled accurately. How would you like it if I mangled your name, GPN? Or GPM, GPS, GPX, GPZ? My excuses sir Legolas...err, I mean Elephas. I'm using the SR-? mostly now as I'm too scared to plug in the SR-007A You don't have your SR-007 MK1 anymore? Quote
spritzer Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 You don't have your SR-007 MK1 anymore? It's still here but I'm saving it for a later this week when I'm going to spend some quality time with the Blue Hawaii. Quote
Elephas Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 I think spritzer's secretly listening to the SR-007A. What the, I didn't say I wanted a new name! I show you a screaming, kicking, super baby elephant tantrum! Quote
PFKMan23 Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 What the, I didn't say I wanted a new name! Quote
spritzer Posted May 25, 2008 Report Posted May 25, 2008 I think spritzer's secretly listening to the SR-007A. No way dude!!! SR-? gets all of my attention today. I'm listening to The Who's -Tommy on SACD and this is beyond good. I think I have to update the APL thread with some impressions... Quote
tkam Posted May 25, 2008 Author Report Posted May 25, 2008 I love that O2/KGSS setup. 33-50% the cost of an HE90, and so much more listenable. Enjoy! Agreed, the O2+KGSS combo is really a treat to listen to it. Aside from all the audiophile accolades I could go on about I'll just say that it's a fun and very enjoyable combo. Quote
Salt Peanuts Posted May 26, 2008 Report Posted May 26, 2008 Congrats on the new rig, Todd! I wish I was getting O2 myself as it had originally been planned, but decided it was better to put the fund toward more home improvements. Quote
Smeggy Posted May 26, 2008 Report Posted May 26, 2008 Congrats on the new rig, Todd! I wish I was getting O2 myself as it had originally been planned, but decided it was better to put the fund toward more home improvements. Home improvements? What kind of crazy talk is that? Quote
Duggeh Posted May 26, 2008 Report Posted May 26, 2008 Great thread, welcome to the O2 club, just need a nice AMT to keep it company now Quote
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