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Odyssey Audio Kismet Mono Blocks

So, I've been eyeballing some local used Kismet monos.  Currently using my Hegel H360 integrated (usually) to power Maggie LRS (also in rotation Snell type D and VA Bach Grands).  Sounds pretty good to my ears, but I've always been wanting to try monoblocks.  I figure Odyssey might be a good place to start as any.  I like what Klaus is doing.  Seems like great bang for the buck.  His room was one of my favs at Axpona also.  

Anybody happen to have any experience comparing Odyssey to Hegel?  Or just impressions of Kismet monos in general?  How about using monos on Maggies?  I'd love to just buy 'em and do a shootout but that won't be happening.   

Thanks  

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" As for the input sensitivity, it’s 22k, and tube or passive pres are just fine with it........"

Input sensitivity is measured in volts. What is the the input voltage of the amps for full output?  

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i take what klaus posted to refer to input impedance of his amps in k ohms

odysseyaudio
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Yes,  my bad..........sensitivity is middle of the road...around 1 V. 

 

As for my comments,  I honestly don't remember that part,  BUT  that wouldn't be a surprise,  just par for the course...if anything,  I'd probably meant you running the same setup for so long in this ever changing hobby

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Thanks for the clarification!

soix
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I’d first focus on what sonic improvements you’d like to achieve and start with that before worrying about amp configuration.  If you share that you’ll get much better thoughts/recommendations here.  Just my $0.02 FWIW. 

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