charles1dad
Responses from charles1dad
Pre amp for Pass Labs XA30.5 – Tube or SS I don't know why the larger Pass amplifier should sound any better.It has more power to drive speakers with a difficult load and are more demanding of current. With the appropriate speakers the smaller Pass should sound as good at the very least. ... | |
Pre amp for Pass Labs XA30.5 – Tube or SS Well said Onemug. | |
Zu Druid & Definition Roundup The DEF IV has a powered woofer, it seems 30 watts of power driving all but the bass is quite a surplus.In reality I believe either NAT amp would be splendid. Each will have its own individual virtues. Regards, | |
Pre amp for Pass Labs XA30.5 – Tube or SS Onemug,Your success with and preference for the CJ over the Pass line stage makes my simple point, at some point you just have to listen. | |
Zu Druid & Definition Roundup The NAT Se2se is a parallel GM 70 tube SET design. Wrm57 I believe that when it comes to audio components " less is more" is often the better route sonically, yes there are exceptions to this rule.Regards, | |
High Fidelity Cables CT-1designed by Rick Schultz Audiolabyrinth,I'm not not aware of a "ultra" cable version. I have the CT-1Ultimate digital cable. I believe it's thoroughly broken in now and is quite extraordinarily natural. Natural is the highest compliment I can give an audio product. It's t... | |
Need a very neutral interconnect- Bopper,If your definition of neutral means passing the most music signal with the least amount of editorial influence, try the High Fidelity CT-1 cables.There are three different levels and these cables are the epitome of natural and realism.The O... | |
Tannoy Westminster amp matching question. Wylmars,I think that's a good list of potential amplifiers to use . Since you're seeking suggestions I'd choose the Viva Aurora 845. It's a beautiful sounding amplifier and would drive your Tannoys well.Regards, | |
High Fidelity Cables CT-1designed by Rick Schultz Audiolabyrinth,Fplanner called your questions"inane" not insane.These words have very different meanings. Yes, give the Cable Company audition loan a try, it worked out well for me. Regards, | |
Zu Druid & Definition Roundup Spirit, just as Sean I would have the same preferences in the SETvs OTL amplifiers . We're all different however, why not audition an OTL amp(is this a possibility? ) and hear for yourself which type of amp works out better.You may not reach the s... | |
Pre amp for Pass Labs XA30.5 – Tube or SS RO817,The Reno Audio trial option of the Pass seems a good move, you may or may not necessarily prefer this same brand sound.I know people who have ARC amps but prefer non ARC line stages. People use Shindo preamps with non Shindo power amps.It al... | |
High Fidelity Cables CT-1designed by Rick Schultz Fplanner2000,I have to agree with your response.You, me and many others have taken the time to post our individual impressions. These HFC-CT1 are a stunning cable product, what more can we say? I have also suggested the Cable Company as a way to h... | |
Pre amp for Pass Labs XA30.5 – Tube or SS Onemug,Did you prefer the Pass preamp over your CJ pre? There's really no guarantee the OP will like the Pass pre more simply because it is the same brand as the amplifier. Depending on the listener's taste and goals,another brand could be a bette... | |
Pre amp for Pass Labs XA30.5 – Tube or SS RO817,If Mr Pass himself says the ARC and the CJ will be fine, thats good information. Based on the criteria you list as desirable I'd select the CJ line stage or the Leben(from your stated choices) as most likely to provide the full body/tone you... | |
Jazz for aficionados As far as trumpeters respected by brass players more so than the casual jazz fan I'd add Kenny Dorham and even the lesser known Jack Sheldon. When Jack was paired with Harold Land in the Curtis Counce band Sheldon's tone and playing was really goo... |