HW-8: Modify or not.

As mentioned below in this blog the earphones I am using are far from comfortable.  Also, in low light conditions it is hard to read the dial.  To modify or not?  I would not do anything that could not be reversed (at least at this point).  However, the use of the HW-8 would be greatly enhanced with certain mods such as improved audio and being able to read the dial and know the radio is powered up in all light conditions.