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If it's a TRS to XLR with the XLR end going into the amp then unplugging the TRS can short in ways the XLR never would.
Some single ended amps use XLR as an alternate output... but most balanced XLR outputs are not designed to be bridged to single ended or survive shorting.

I do this all the time with no apparent deleterious effects.

It's fine, you don't need to turn down the volume even, pausing the source is the same thing. Easier if you're playing with different cables or pads to be sure volume matching is not a factor.

One of the best feelings in the world.

@penguins, I’ll see your pizzas and raise you nachos.

High end whisk(e)y. At $40 plus a bottle, this has been the most significant system upgrade. And a bottle generally lasts for several listening sections.

Your listenting sessions are obviously too short. Clear that fifth, LOL.

One of my partners has some sort of slim DJI that we use to take photos of buildings (architectural design firm). Adds some real class to proposals. And fun to fly :)

International shipping, yes, even to Canada, is quite a lot. All the added fees. You could ship USPS and then it gets to Canada Post. This is basically how Zampotech ships. He never uses a service because it would be way too expensive. But there is a wait and change of handlers.

No, something wrong there - UPS Standard shouldn't be anywhere near that much.

agreed, sounds off. I have started to use DHL for all international shipping - 1/3 of the cost of all other shipping options (including USPS)

First world problems are the only kind I want.

I ordered on the 16th within an hour of it going live I think. Got it the 21st of December but paid for fedex overnight

Well, this probably won't help. But I ordered on 12/27 and mine just shipped today. I bet we'll both be rewarded for our patience.

@Merrick you're in Portland? Could do a local loaner of my LAuX so you could try it. It's a neat amp if you like the Cavalli sound, but is also more fussy about headphone pairing synergies than the LP.

@Hammy Sweet! I may take you up on that. As it is I’m expecting an SW51+ shortly so that should keep my attention for now, but I will let you know when I have the time for a LAuX loaner. Thank you for the offer!

@Merrick give me a ping if/when you want to try the LAuX. Loans are the way to share new gear while we can't do physical meets. Jealous of your SW51+. That's going to be nice euphonic tube goodness. SS amps like the Jot2 are going to be easier to pair headphones with. The LAuX is fussy. I'm still trying to figure out headphone synergy with it.

Am I wrong?

Yeah. Well. Y'know, that's just, like, uh, your opinion man.

She's not my special lady, she's just my lady friend, man! I'm just helping her conceive, you know.

Depending on the muzzle break the blast from 7.62x51 can be wild. If you stand next to my cousin shooting his CETME you get absolutely blasted, but my L1A1 has none behind the muzzle. I haven't shot a SCAR yet but I'm sure it's nice being FN.

We could organize a "group buy"... have some members post glowing reviews for the amp, give it about 2 weeks for them to order receive, listen a little then get Marv to post a fake thread about horrible the Jot2 sounds. Give us enough time to buy them up and then he can post his real stream of consciousness / review. Eh? eh?

...or I suppose I could just support a company I love and buy one from Schiit... which seems easier... hmmmm. But which sounds like more fun? haha

Measure the channel balance of yours. If the volume knob is well balanced then mention that in the sale post. That will get people to buy who are looking for a known good one.

What @Hammy said. MP keeps dropping the price on these because the QC on the current batch is so piss poor. Anyone who has done their research should be willing to pay around the same price for a used unit that is verified to not have horrible channel imbalance or other issues.

Thanks guys! had a $300 offer based on MP selling new at $399 at the moment, but knowing they have had a lot of QC issues with the current batch I don't feel so bad asking $400 and waiting it out. Has been rock solid and haven't done measurements but to my ears there isn't a channel imbalance.

When the BF2 first came out I used it at work stacked with an original model Jot, and they had great synergy with HD 600/Eikon. Not sure why I foolishly ever sold that stack as now I have come back to the BF2. Fingers crossed for great synergy again!

https://www.superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/fs-zdt-jr-extra-tubes-liquid-platinum-extra-tubes.10329/#post-329734

patiently waiting for Jot2 vs. A3 comparisons...

No worries, happy to hear from you!

If you only need a weapon for self-defense, take simple models without protruding parts, which are sure to cling to clothes, get lost and seriously reduce the speed of the shooter. Optical sights are also not necessary, in self-defense there is no slow shooting from long distances.

I like both 7.62x51 and 5.56. I'm not sure what the caliber has to do with the lining of the barrel though. Both my L1A1 and my AR-15 have chrome-lined barrels. I guess as far as military arms go, if an armed force was using non-corrosive ammunition then they wouldn't 'need' a chrome-lined barrel, but in the aftermarket it's kinda moot, since you can get replacement barrels for most popular stuff.

Oh! Cartridge 7, 62x51 is a very powerful cartridge. With a good rifle, the bullet of this cartridge pierces the railway rail not only across, but also along)

This is what I like to hear, both incoming for me currently. On the pad rolling front, don't sleep on Suede perforated Eikon. @ColtMrFire turned me onto those when I owned Auteur previously and they were my favorite. (although from a more relaxed amp the Liquid Platinum)

The more you use it the more you have to wipe off your hands.

If you haven't tried the Universe pads and wants a slightly more neutral sound they are certainly worth a shot. According to the pad guide on zmf's site, on Auteur the Eikon are the warmest, Universe most neutral and Auteur pads somewhere in between. Was a bit surprised to see how much the pads can tune the sound...

Thanks for making this shitty year more bearable. Having this place to inform, entertain, turn me onto new music, or just have a pleasant conversation has done more for my sanity than I feel any therapist could have accomplished

And Now back to your regularly scheduled SBAF experience