Sad man obsessed with crapping on a thread for an amp he’s never heard calls someone else a zealot. The irony…. Why does hifi attract such weirdos?
Back on topic, any ideas on what type of speakers work best with this amp?
Peachtree GaN 1 Beta
Before I start my post here is my current system for reference:
Auarlic Aries G1 --> Denafrips Terminator or SW1X DAC --> Audio GD HE1 XLR preamp or Sachs preamp --> various tube amps --> Cube Nenuphar Mini's w/ a pair of REL S510 subs. Cables and power conditioning commensurate with the rest of the system.
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As warmer months approach I have been looking for a cool running amp to replace my Line Magnetic LM-518 and other tube amps for a few months as they run pretty hot.
I've been interested in the GaN FET amps and just purchased a used LSA Voyager 350 Gan FET amp which I should receive in a few days. I've tried class D amps before and while they checked a lot of boxes I just didn't feel drawn in. However, I like to explore so I figured I'd try the GanFET and since the amp has zero feedback and my speakers seem to prefer amps with little or no feedback I figured it be worth checking out.
Today, Peachtree Audio sent out an email inviting users to a beta of their new Gan 1 amp. Here are some excerpts from their email:
What is the GaN 1? |
In basic terms it is a 200 Watts-Per-Channel (WPC) Power Amplifier designed to be the sole interface between your digital audio device with a variable output, like a Bluesound NODE, and your speakers. The GaN 1 is a simple, pure and cost-effective audio solution: connect the GaN 1 to a streamer and a pair of speakers and you have an amazing Hi-Fi system. That's it...no DAC, no preamp and no input switching. The signal path from the music to your speakers is remarkably short and free of artifacts. Want to hear the intricate details in your music that have always been there, but you couldn't quite make them all out before? Then the GaN 1 is for you!
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Thanks donny Re the 220v, do you know if it can be plugged straight in or is there some internal jumper or something? Is it the same with the Bluesound Node?
I’m looking into the shipping. I need to find out the shipping weight & dimensions.
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@chrisld By super clean do you mean thin? I hope not. My idea of super clean is no distortion, sounds like real life, in the room. I can’t cope with thin, all treble, no bass sound, so I’m hoping I don’t get that.
@donnylovely thanks donny. Yes, I emailed Peachtree & they were very helpful. Told me I just need to change a fuse. I’ve ordered a GaN 1 + Node combo. Can’t wait!!!
I have zero understanding of how electronics work, so I’m struggling to understand why the GaN 1 is just quoted at 200 watts full stop. Most amps are quoted X watts @ 8ohm X x 2 watts @ 4ohms etc…
What speakers are you guys using? Is there a certain spec that best matches this amp?
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Well I’m no scientist. My Particle Physicist daughter has a Fellowship at CERN, so it’s in my genes/jeans.
I always thought the measure of good Amp design was how the thing sounded. Have I got it wrong?
I’m no psychologist either, but when I see a man so obsessed about an amplifier he’s never heard, my suspicion is he’s one of those audiofools who’s whole identity is built on his stack of $$$$$$$$ boxes & wires and is terrified by the thought some new fangled tech might sound as good at a fraction of the price.
That, or he just talks sh1te. |
Thanks @evank . I’ve not used a laptop for years. Just an iPad. I find the BluOS app very poor. Is there a better alternative for iPhone/iPad? |
Thanks again @evank . Available in spring. |
Hi @jetter A few things, but the main issues : - I use Spotify. I hit Music Services & I see Spotify in the list & click on it. - All my ripped CDs are on my NAS. When I go to Library, I have to type the network address of the NAS (which I don’t know). Apps that were round 10 years ago would search the network.
I admit I’m an IT dummy, but I find plenty of apps user friendly & intuitive, which I’m not finding this to be.
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Thanks @kitsap2 I'll have another look when I get back home. I’m working overseas at the moment & get home every other weekend, so it will be 2 weeks. I’m sure I didn’t see that option, but I’ll look again. It could be an Apple restriction. I know they purposely make life difficult for Spotify. |
I went for the GaN1 + Bluesound Node combo. Unfortunately, it’s not for me. Too anaemic/clinical for my liking. I really don’t like the restriction of the single input of the GaN1. OK if I could find a front end that ticks all my boxes, but the Bluesound Node definitely isn’t that. I really dislike everything about the Node. The sound, the interface (both physical & the app). I’ll be moving both units on as soon as I get time. |