Denon AH-D2000. Worth changing cups to woodies?

[colinB]

I know there is a few Denon owners in A.O.S land , some of you with the 7000 model with the glossy mahogany cups, a pair of which could come my way soon.
\Anyone think it might be worth tinkering with the plastic cups ? Im interested not just for the looks but for any acoustic benefits. The cups may well set me back £150!

[AlfaGTV]

As an owner of both models i would say that you wont be getting a pair of AH-D7000 by adding wooden cups to a pair of 2000's. You will of course change sound though, but i'm not certain it will automatically be better?
Wooden cups do look classy though!

Regards Mike

[colinB]

Thanks mike. That was what i was looking for. Guess im going to save up for the real thing.

[AlfaGTV]

Well, the differences between them are obvious in standard form. The 7000's have a clarity and fluidity in their mid/highs along with an exceptional bass that makes them a real joy! On the other hand the 2000's little more aggressive approach can be very convincing on some music. They are a little leaner in the bass though, and do not go as low as their bigger brethren. (Which also may be apprpriate, depending on music choice)

I also use a pair of Sennheiser HD-650 and they have their advantages also, mainly their bigger sense of 'air' and a great punch in the upper bass. Mostly i feel they are a bit dull though...

Good luck with your choice and please report back if you do decide to try the "wooden route"!
Btw is that from Mark Lawton?

Regards Mike

[colinB]

Yes your right they ere from Mark lawton. They went for 100 quid in the end.
After you comment i decided to put the cash towards a 7000 saving fund.
Seen them on the web for £600 but i better not hang around as they are discontinued,
What do you make of the Mark l mod?

[AlfaGTV]

Hi Colin
Sorry, but i havent heard any MarkL modded Denons yet...
All i know in this regard is that i don't feel anything is missing at the phones' respective pricepoint.

Regards /Micke

[colinB]

I agree. If there is an imperfection for me it would be the 2000s get a bit grainy during complex passages in classical music.
I like the way they rattle my brain when listening to something like dub music :)