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Good Suggestions for Tube Amps under 6k
dz13 Thanks for sharing that.  The Valhalla looks intriguing and I'm bookmarking the site.  It could be a key one for me up ahead as I slowly move to make some decisions on equipment additions in the coming year. 👍  
Good Suggestions for Tube Amps under 6k
kiwibiker Any suggestions of the specific tubes that you might think would make a positive difference?  
Good Suggestions for Tube Amps under 6k
Jerry,  I was on the waiting list for a ZMA but finally gave up waiting after about 8 months and bought the PrimaLuna.  What is your impression?  Curious about the custom-made you are working on and why it would possibly best the Decware amps.  Wi... 
Good Suggestions for Tube Amps under 6k
Laynes, I have not ventured into rolling, neither with the EVO 400 nor the Lampizator Atlantic DAC.  I honestly can't think of one thing I'd change with the Lampi. With my system and ear, it still remains my favored DAC. Along with the Daedalus s... 
Good Suggestions for Tube Amps under 6k
Thanks Steve.  Your Tannoys look impressive and you have a Decware amp I got in line for but gave up due to production times and bought the PrimaLuna instead.  I am not ready to purchase a new amp quite yet, even a reduced-priced LTA (very temptin... 
Good Suggestions for Tube Amps under 6k
Again, to everyone, thanks so much for the feedback.  I want to try to wrap up this thread by saying: 1. I've been super pleased with the PrimaLuna EVO 400.  It has wowed everyone who has come by to listen.  Those PrimaLuna contributors who have ... 
Good Suggestions for Tube Amps under 6k
Thanks, everyone, for very good suggestions.  I'll be looking at each of those.  Yes, the LTA Ultralinear + gets a lot of support.  It was also suggested by Lou of Daedalus and others.  Before finalizing anything up ahead, I just wanted to see wha... 
Good Suggestions for Tube Amps under 6k
I currently have:   Primaluna EVO 400 integrated Lampizator Atlantic 3 DAC Daedalus custom-made speakers For those unfamiliar, Daedalus would be in the sonic personality range of Harbeth, et al.  Fabulous for vocal, wonderful wood tones, trans... 
Does Anyone Have Problems Ripping CDs with Zenith??
I wanted to loop back to this thread to report that I replaced the dedicated power cord with the standard three-prong that came with the unit, then plugged it into a new, common surge suppressor, directly into wall outlet.  It has worked properly ... 
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Does Anyone Have Problems Ripping CDs with Zenith??
To follow up, I let it sit, turned off overnight.  Then I unplugged it from a power conditioner (where I also have connected a PrimaLune 400 EVO amp and a Lampizator Atlantic DAC).  I removed a special power cord that I use on other units as well.... 
DAC Questions
Just a note about the HDMI / i2S if you are considering buying a Lampizator. I own the Lampi Atlantic 3. I requested a modification from factory, to have them install an i2S connection, but it was not available. They kindly responded and, understa... 
Best DACs under $7,000.00
chilehed   Thanks.  I did contact Lampizator but they are not currently offering I2S input options.  Their answer:  "Problem with i2s is there's no universal standard. So unless we know the specs you're trying to match, it won't be compatible."  W... 
Best DACs under $7,000.00
I requested it from Lampizator and they said that the units no longer come with custom input options. They come standard with 4 inputs. No I2S option.