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| Anybody listen the VAC Alpha Integrated Amplifier? I heard a prototype, two years ago. It was so darn musical and enjoyable that while waiting for its release, I bought VAC separates.If it is within your financial reach, it absolutely is worth checking out.This amp easily could be one's last amp.I... | |
| Daedalus Hey you young whipper-snapper with your ipod and fancy "1.1"...As Bart Simpson said "Digital audio tape, my butt; when I was growing up, we had cd's and I didn't hear anyone complaining."Ok, enough silliness...upgrade from The Classic DA-1 will ta... | |
| Daedalus Welcome to the family, Doc! | |
| What to put under my VAC AMP/ PREAMP?? Actually, my speakers are very efficient. I have the Daedalus DA-1, which are 96db. From my VAC Ren Mk-II pre, I am running single-ended cables, as recommended by Kevin.I think so much of this comes down to system synergy and personal preference.F... | |
| What to put under my VAC AMP/ PREAMP?? A late follow-up here, and not on the original topic...Arthur, when I recieved my 300.1, the switches were in the Ultralinear position. It sounded great and I never tinkered with it...until last night that is.I switched to triode before powering u... | |
| Better sounding DAC than Cullen mod PS Audio DLIII I did breifly compare the stock DL-III to the Benchmark and Electrocompaniet DAC's.In my comparrisons of these, I found the Benchmark to be be analytical and non-involving. The Electrocompaniet was the most "musical" with a slight "warmth."I'd sus... | |
| Better sounding DAC than Cullen mod PS Audio DLIII I have not heard the new PS DAC. It is my understanding that the 1st run of them is just about to ship. Though I plan to order one, I have not yet done so.There is a lot of info on PS's website. Essentially, from the ground up this DAC uses a comp... | |
| Better sounding DAC than Cullen mod PS Audio DLIII I'd consider looking at PS Audio's new Perfect Wave DAC. The list price is a tad higher than your budget, at $2995 USD. However, they are offering a very generous trade-up allowance that is worth up to $1K off.If you like the modded DL-III, then I... | |
| Daedalus Tvad:Some changes have taken place in the past 3 years (what a surprise.)SPEAKERS: I still have the DA-1's...though planning to replace with DA-1.1CDP: Still with the ElectroPRE: VAC Renaissance Mk IIAMP: VAC 300.1CABLES: Kubala-Sosna...been upgra... | |
| Daedalus Tvad:Based on my conversations with Lou, I agree with Dodgealum, and think that the Ulysses & DARma would be the better match for you.Lou's speakers are "musical," period. After that, it comes down to which model is the better match for you.Ke... | |
| Best I2s cable for the Money? Watch PS Audio. I beleive that they have a few flavors coming available in the very near future...to compliment thier new Perfect Wave series Transport & DAC | |
| Loudspeakers with a wide sweet spot This is a key design feature of the Daedalus DA-1...in addition to life-like dynamics, timbre, etc. | |
| Please disclose your commercial affiliation Where is the the A'gon Police Chief "Audiofeil," when you need him most? This is right up his alley!Oh yeah, I agree on disclosing too. | |
| AC/DC Black ice Jswarncke:You are in for a treat!I like AC/DC, but was not a big fan. A friend twisted my arm to join him at a show in NYC, 2 weeks ago...and boy am I glad he did.What a great show. Musically, the band was spot-on, song selection was excellent, to... | |
| Efficient speaker, big bad tight bass? You owe it to yourself to check out the original DA-1 from Daedalus Audio. They are in that 100 lbs weight class, but they are not physically/aesthetically overwhelming for a floor stander.Otherwise, they certainly meet your requirements and are t... |