jon2020
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| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? If the DirectStream sounds better via the Aesthetix Calypso, the design must be flawed right from the outset?"For myself if we have this kind of source with these types of problems that has a VC, I can't think of it being hi-end or been designed r... | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? The suggestion then is for PM to redesign his DirectStream such that it sounds better direct to power amp, without need for the Aesthetix Calypso preamp? Poor PM - just to please some dogmatic..... | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? "Some folks will opt for color over originality."Not so - not PM or a whole lot of many others. It all boils down to whether there is an improvement in the listening experience.Fully agree with Almarg :-"Of course, depending on the specific design... | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? For most of us who are untrained in electronics, we just go by what has been posted previously in this thread :"Well, it's all very simple then.1. Start with no preamp in the chain.2. Then add preamp.3. If adding preamp makes the sound better, kee... | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? Many thanks, Al, for the heads up. When we trust our own ears as PM did, the sound truth is revealed as is. We also understand a little bit more about the theory behind the listening experience. Cheers! J. | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? +1, Zephyr.Sincere apologies for the unintended offense. J. | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? And this.....09-27-15: Zephyr24069I 2nd Guido's feedback; filter choices and upsampling choice make all the difference in the world with the K and P players from Esoteric. Also, remember, ever filter combination needs it own break-in cycle so if y... | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? And this.....09-24-15: GuidocoronaGeorge, I'm really sorry to hear that.... Filters on K-01 do a great deal of work. I agree that without filters and with no upsampling, the sound of K-01 is something that only its Moma could love.Yet, the 5 filte... | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? Maybe you missed this :-"Since I like the overall sound of the K-01 and my system, and do not wish to change any component for big financial reasons...." | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? Thanks, Al, for your informative input as always. What intrigues me is what I hear when I add a preamp in the chain(I started off direct from source to power amp). I get more :-1. dynamics2. air around instruments 3. tonal body to instruments 4. s... | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? "It is not correct to say that all active preamps take away from detail and transparency or add colorations. Some give you *less* coloration with greater detail and transparency."+1,Ralph.You hit the nail on the head. That is precisely what a prea... | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? That a component is cool or warm may not really be a problem in itself. It is designed that way and some audiophiles may like it as is. To match it with a synergistic component is an art for the audiophile to nuture in this hobby. And that's just ... | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? Most of us need a preamp for various reasons - multiple sources, balance control, phase control. So, one needs to choose a preamp that synergises with the source. To change the K-01 entirely is not something my pocket will be thankful for. We must... | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? George,I agree with you that one should "....look at the problem area and changing to or modding the component that causing it, not by adding another one into the signal path chain to gloss it over."Take my problem for instance. My Esoteric K-01 c... | |
| Is no preamp really better that a good preamp? Well, it's all very simple then. 1. Start with no preamp in the chain. 2. Then add preamp. 3. If adding preamp makes the sound better, keep it. 4. If adding preamp makes the sound worse, remove it. Preamp or no preamp brigades become superfluous v... |