run it in enjoy !!!!! get a solid solid grip on sonics of your new baseline....then contemplate the next move...IF any... |
read your model 2 manual on the recommendation to use identical transfer function amplifiers IF you vertically bi-amp
otherwise you can kiss time and phase goodbye..... |
for just a bit more scratch $ and not for big bad poweramps, but the LiL Kimber PK-10 w Wattgate components is lovely sounding....can be found used under $130 ish....
I use one on Lampizator DAC |
and yes the world DOES need a great $59 Power cord !!!!!!!
right on
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@mrdecibel Sorry if that seemed defensive, I riffed off your suggested 3 by Referencing a system built around them.... but omg yes, what a boring world IF we had was one brand of speaker....
i respect your experience and contributions here :-) and I learn stuff from you re the all class A DH-220
i built one of those kits about every month to help put me they college.....maybe all that solder got to me
or the beer...
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fanboy who owns Klipsch, Apogee, Dynaco, ADS, Thiel, Quad..and ..and....and....
But sure, I do appreciate Vandersteen
I know a guy with an absolutely killer system all sourced used..
SOTA Sapphire
Sumiko arm
Ortofon Black
ARC SP-17
Threshold 200
Vandy 3a SIG
but so correct, reading and writing about it, aint listening...
re your question about Odyssey- power supply, cap, resistor changes as you move up the line. My brother in law had 2c w Kahtargo in his big room glorious but 2 c overpowered his smaller den, so he moved to 1ci with the same amp...very sweet.
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Tomcarr yes! The acoustic coupler needs to connect to the back wall, just like the 3 series....
big fun !
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@mofojo yep...mentioned that many days ago....great amps w Vandersteen 2’s..and lots of other musical speakers...
and with a factory upgrade path in the future as funds allow...
now back to the near endless class D vs all comers, I can read specs debate....
bstat..why not buy both and flip the loser, then you will know and can INFORM us..... |
the world would be a better place IF more of us audiophile s were at least open to being passive ( pre ) agressive !
the Music Reference units, while not $50 are also affordable and good. Open listening to differences, vs endless argument, will sharpen our appreciation for the music.
Finally, I can strongly recommend the Book on Schitt, in particular the chapter written by Mike...ha
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@ieales Spica T50 = legendary |
I would also caution don’t get sucked into the measure vs listen debate....
unless of course you can mainline music in past those Godgiven gizmos on the side of your head... |
@mrdecibel A Van Morrison quote comes to mind...
No guru, no method, no teacher....
hopefull LL I am just a passionate student of kaizen
i like your idea and thanks for the refresh on mental block I had on the amp
i strongly agree with the biwire approach, if OP needs to borrow a set of cables, I have a shotgun set of AQ type six with about ten K frequent flier miles as loaners...easy to have an open mind when investment in listening is a flat rate USPS $13 to get them to the next intrepid listener
love your idea on vertical biamp, especially w identical transfer function amp
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bstat.... as you are aware, I have some experience with setting up and helping to get the most from Model 2 in a large variety of rooms w varied systems and SPL requirements..
Vandersteen design for relatively easy load but you do need an amp that can control the acoustic coupler, which as some @#$& think is NOT a passive radiator.
The best SS amp new in your price range I have heard do that is the Odyssey... Klaus builds serious gear that punches FAR above weight and price and can be upgraded later more than two levels.
JOB is a serious contender as well, Swiss quality and punch
IF you were serious about lightspeed fast, consider a Spectral..the LiL 80 W is diminutive BUT can really kick and sound sweet w correct preamp, and correct cables, need be RF tight Every now and then those can be found for $1k
a used Electrocompiet is a mule kicker w finesse and very finely detailed sound..
there is a screaming deal on a Mk RM-200 right now, freaking awesome amp w 2’s
I really like the LiL A/B amp that Mr Decibel loves...the name and model escapes me but they are like $600, less on blowout.
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