cundare2
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| Integrated amp: Component weight I’m thinking of buying one from a dealer who has a 30-day return policy. It’s such an unusual piece of gear (and so lightly documented) that I might have to have one inhouse to even figure out if I can use it. This is the first amp I’ve seen that ... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight @hgeifman I'm very familiar with the sonic shortcomings of most Class D electronics. In fact, that's one of the big motivators for my current upgrade: my current amplifiers are all Class D. But don't make the mistake of thinking that, because t... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight @geof3 Thanks for bringing up those points, but I have an engineering background, so I’m well aware. By "switcher," I was referring to placing a higher-end analog preamp in front of the Devialet, primarly to handle (or "switch") my analog sources... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight If anyone is interested in Devialet’s unique amplifier tech -- a new spin on other companies' less-than-perfect approach to Class AD -- here’s one of Devialet's key patents, forwarded to me by a very helpful Devialet rep. <search for patent #U... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight Devialet update: The Expert Pro integrateds can be configured to provide HT bypass and either fixed or variable-level line output, by cannibalizing other connections. So that would take care of any bypass & headphone requirements. As for th... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight Rotel? That's new. I'll add it to the spreadsheet, although I've never heard a Rotel product. Another missing entry is Gold Note. The IS-1000 has been reviewed quite favorably, but I see that the company has a new IS-10 integrated that clocks ... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight I'm impressed with the amount of helpful, educated information I got in response to my question. My short list is not quite as short now: Bryston, Benchmark, Simaudio, Devialet, Naim, Hegel, Ayre. Maybe STR (which I'm unfamiliar with). I have a... | |
| DAC streamers: Bryston v. HiFi Rose video Yes, guys, a call to Bryston is definitely warranted. Once I have all my questions organized, I'll do so. Making progress... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight Hey, new complication. I just got off the phone with Devialet support, and the rep assured me that the Expert Pro 220 can be configured with HT bypass. It's not well-documented (like everything else Devialet), but is supported. He's still tryin... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight @soix: I’ll see if I can find that Soundstage review. On Audiogon, though, other Hegel owners have told me that there’s a big difference between the analog sections of the 390 & the 590, and there’s a big difference between the DACs of the 590... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight @hgeifman Yes, I was looking at Benchmark & teh LA4 looks like a great little box. I'd need to add a digital front end, though, and I haven't dug deep enough into that strategy. But that's a good suggestion. I don't know much about the AH... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight Marantz: This model is closer to 50 pounds and doesn’t have any preamp or sub outputs. So unfortunately not a good fit. McIntosh: A buddy of mine who is a lifelong Mac fan steered me away from this model. I’m looking for a higher-end upgrade and ... | |
| DAC streamers: Bryston v. HiFi Rose video @jazzman7 Yes, I’m very aware of the HFR product line. Love the connectivity, neutral about the "iPad" UI, a little disappointed in the RS250A’s DAC. Nonetheless, you make a very logical suggestion, one that I’ve thought of. But that was an unstat... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight @stuartk Yes, the Hegel is a contender, although I'm looking for something more along the lines of an H590 than a 390, in terms of SQ. Which gets me back into the 50lb range @elliottbnewcombjr Well, I have to respectfully disagree. Ayre makes ... | |
| Integrated amp: Component weight @soix: Thanks for a coherent respone. I need to handle: - 3 or 4 analog sources - drive 20ohm headphones (with or without an external HP amp - drive an active or passive sub - provide an HT-bypass input, preferably balanced - deliver SQ in a ... |