H2O Owner Survey ?

I've read a couple of estatic comments about Henry Ho's amps but I'm wondering how many people actually own them. I'm thinking of replacing my VAC PA 100. Let me know if you own an H2O amp and your experiences with it.

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cdc203-01-2005 2:19pm

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muralman1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,527 posts 05-14-2005 at 02:03pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Eldartford, what is your point? Are you saying, all ICE amps sound the same? I know for a fact, that isn't so, having heard three, and owned two. Strajan, of 6Moons, compared the H2O directly to the ICe powered JJaz, and concluded the H2O clearly sounded better to his ears. What established companies using ICE technology are you thinking of?
muralman1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,527 posts 03-01-2005 at 03:06pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Maybe there is an owner nearby that will give you a listen. I'm in Sacramento. There are at least half dozen user reviews on the net, too, that might be of interest to you. I've had my Signature amps for over a half year now, and they still haven't relinquished any wow factor. I don't believe they ever will, because it is the music, they play, that provides the excitement. The H2O amps just let it be.
muralman1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,527 posts 03-02-2005 at 04:49pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Three cheers for you, Loudandclear. I have the utmost respect for you. Not so long ago, someone was asking questions about the H2O. You rose to the occasion, and explained things very well. Hoorah! Hoorah! Hoorah!
muralman1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,527 posts 03-02-2005 at 05:15pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Eldartford, I hadn't known that. none of the amps I have owned carried schematics, and parts lists. Perhaps when Henry's amp venture matures? I know Henry very well. I can absolutely say, without a doubt, Henry will service his amps to his dying days. He is just that kind of guy.
muralman1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,527 posts 03-06-2005 at 02:50am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The stereo is $2500
muralman1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,527 posts 05-14-2005 at 08:49pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete You are right. The ICE module can be removed from the amp, and replaced by any handy person. I don't believe there is any fix for the module itself. As you mentioned, the rest of the amp is old stuff to any repairperson. I guess I am being redundant. Sorry, I hadn't known the discussion moved to warranty matters. Although, I wouldn't characterize the the ICE module as being most of the H2O amp. It's actually a very small part, albeit crucial to the sound.
muralman1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,527 posts 05-15-2005 at 02:09am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Yeah, I wish. B&O has, so far, only offered the 1000ASP, with the built in digital power supply. Jjaz, among others, is produced around this module.
muralman1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,527 posts 06-30-2005 at 01:15am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Acoustic Reality's pricier amps are their 500A module amps, with an analog power supply. They are their best sounding amps, and are priced accordingly. Like I said before, if you want to know what the module in the box 1000 ASP amp sounds like, just read the H2O review. They compare it to the Jjaz, a 1000ASP amp.

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