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| Still Looking for a DAC - Audio Mirror Tubadour v and ANK Audio 5.1 Guys, please stay on topic, I already bought whatever I wanted a half a year ago, and don’t need recommendations. If you have something to say about this particular DAC, then go ahead, otherwise as far as I’m concerned this thread is closed. Thank... | |
| Still Looking for a DAC - Audio Mirror Tubadour v and ANK Audio 5.1 What an unbelievable device, I must say. Now I’m using it with the Western Electric JW 5842 tubes (mil version of 417A). I can’t say they’re much better that the stock ones, but the sound now is different - bigger and more tubey. I also replaced t... | |
| Question on Luxman L-AX550ii balanced inputs I was in a similar situation when I got my Luxman cl-38uc preamp. My CDPs balanced output level is 3.2V, and Luxman’s input is 2.5V. I contacted both Luxman’s and CDPs representatives about the issue, they both told me it’s a bad idea. Then I call... | |
| Warm, yet detailed tube preamp @audiojan, I have that Luxman piece in one of my systems, and it sounds really good, don’t be alarmed because of its “cheap” price, it performs flawlessly and enjoyable. Besides, if you change its stock tubes, it will sound even better. | |
| Recommend a DAC based on Analog Devices? Here’s my piece on the Luxman preamp | |
| Recommend a DAC based on Analog Devices? @clustrocasual, actually it looks much better in person. Very heavy too, considering its size. Made in USA. The designer always stands behind the product, very easy to reach, dawn-to-earth guy. I’m using AMT V since February. Those 6S45 tubes are... | |
| Recommend a DAC based on Analog Devices? All Audio Mirror DACs are based on AD1865N-K chip. They sound wonderful. | |
| Tube Rolling | Luxman CL-38uc @brubin, as of now I’m not looking for anything. I got lucky to obtain a quintet of absolutely mint Amperex tubes (1965), so I’m all set, but thanks for your post, even though it’s 5 months old. | |
| Still Looking for a DAC - Audio Mirror Tubadour v and ANK Audio 5.1 Oh, forgot to mention that the size was a big factor for getting it since I have very little space on my rack. | |
| Still Looking for a DAC - Audio Mirror Tubadour v and ANK Audio 5.1 Hey, folks, I guess a little update is in order, I promise I’ll be short :) The unit went through different stages of transformation, and when it finally settled down I couldn’t believe my ears - the sound was smooth, big and immensely enjoyable.... | |
| Audio Mirror Tubadour V - A Few Words of Appreciation @scp, you’re not gonna recognize AMT V in a couple of weeks. Vlad knows what he’s doing, so your journey will be well-rewarded. Enjoy the ride! I should’ve gotten the AMT much sooner, but knew zilch about them. Now I can’t imagine listening to my... | |
| Audio Mirror Tubadour V - A Few Words of Appreciation @scp, with this device patience is the key. As a matter of fact I don’t even remember having something that required this kind of long break-in time. In my experience 3 weeks are mandatory, but 4 weeks will do the trick, you won’t recognize the so... | |
| A stupid question(s) about power cords I’m pretty sure Marantz knows how to wire their equipment before sending it to US. Having said that, I’ve been using my Marantz SACD 2-pin player with a regular 3-pin cord for more than 10 years with no negative effects. | |
| Tube DAC with solid state pre and solid state amp @rallais , what info do you seek exactly? Plenty of people use tube DACs with solid state amplification, myself included. | |
| exploring DACs @adam8179 “Detailed and transparent but also with an analog-like presence and body.” - You’re describing exactly the sound of Audio Mirror’s Tubadour V DAC. Try it, they have a two week return policy. I got one a couple of months ago and love it.... |