Yeah, it's a Blackwood Auteur and the cable is a Silvergarde S3 in black//black & dark grey (herring bone) with wenge wood splitter, Eidolic gunmetal 4-pin XLR termination, and black heatshrink gloss on the Eidolic mini-XLR headphone connectors (left channel blue, right channel red).

After receiving a new cable from Trevor (Norne Audio), I'm finally able to take some pics of my headphone in it's final configuration.

After an inquiry about cables to Trevor 15 months ago and a long decision making process, I finally picked up my Silvergarde S3 this morning! Took some quick pics from my phone, but I can't wait to give them a proper audition.

I'd be concerned with long term use using a higher voltage power source. Excess energy is usually discharged in the form of heat and will put additional strain on components. Don't assume that short term functionality is equal to long term safe operation and product longevity.

How would you compare the original 1.0 configuration with the different 1.1 options (white pads, black pads, black foam)?

But I've already go the K812's!

Who currently carries out modification of the K812 to balanced? I tried contacting BTG Audio but had no response.

Any comments about how they pair with your amps? I've got a Violectric V281 as well, so I'd be interested in what you think about that pairing.

It was actually the iUSBPower 3.0 that wouldn't function properly without USB bus power. I think maybe something to do with USB3.0 specifications (can't quite remember).

I'm wondering if the iDefender3.0 can be used before an iUSBPower 3.0? I previously used a Vbus2 (removes USB power) before my iUSBPower 2.0, but when I switched to a iUSBPower 3.0 my chain would not work with the the Vbus2 present earlier in the chain. Would love some clarification. Thanks!

Is there much of an impact on sound quality? I know that some headphones require a good seal around the ears or they start losing impact in the lower frequencies.

Can anyone comment on how the Auteur is affected by wearing glasses (of the semi-thick variety)?

Regarding the Wenge wood Auteur, did you measure the exact weight? Would be interested to know how it compares to the Teak and the Blackwood.

I'm wondering if anyone has images which clearly differentiates the 'Blackwood' version from the 'Teak' version, and whether it is possible to choose between black/brass grille/rods in either version (or is brass only available with the Blackwood?

I've got a naive question: Are there any issues when simultaneously using the 6.3 mm output jack at the same time as XLR headphone port? Basically, powering 2 headphones at the same time?

I would like to own a SUSVARA because I want to experience the ultimate planar magnetic headphone, which not only produces well-articulated bass but also beautifully resolving mids and highs within a open and deep soundstage!

At that price, as long as the condition is decent, grab them!

Mediahound, I tried liking and quoting your post but I got a red security error preventing me! Thanks for the info!

I also strongly dislike the changes. My main gripes are that viewing thread subscriptions and private messages is far more difficult. Also losing 'trader feedback' and 'classified bumping' isn't great. Overall I don't see any improvements over the previous design.

I remember changing the stock rectifier made an extremely noticeable difference. I wouldn't stick with it. I'd get a Brimar 5Z4G as a minimum (and most cost effective) upgrade.

What would you say are the differences between the GE an the Sylvania (6BXL's)?

As in, you prefer the 5998's over the 6BL7's?   Also is it just me or do WA22 owners seem to notice more differences from their power & driver tubes compared to the rectifier tube?

Any thoughts on the 5998 in comparison? It's often talked about as 'in-between' those 2.

Has anyone from Woo formally commented about whether 6SL7/6SUGT/ECC35/ECC35 can be used in place of the 6SN7, without negative consequences?

Can an iFi iPower 9V/1.5A be a suitable 'energising' supply for the UltraCap LPS-1? It is apparently a tad shy on the recommended current. I guess it also depends on the amount of current drawn downstream..