mesch
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| Low gain dac! That is a nice feature on the Qutest. | |
| Considering the Parasound A23+ amplifier I am not sure that the issue I am having with my XA25 is typical to the model. I am not convinced that what I am hearing can be addressed with cables, break-in or warm-up. I have spoken to Pass Lab personel and have determined that my unit was m... | |
| Considering the Parasound A23+ amplifier Yes, I have not ruled out the possibility of the problem being something with my preamp. I am continuing to research this. I will get back as I discover more. Might have to determine a better description for the problem.I have looked into the Para... | |
| Good 2 channel integrated amplifier for 702 s2 under 3k? Might check out the Vincebt SV-237 integrated. Sold by Audio Advisor. A hybrid having tube preamp and SS amplifier. | |
| Raven Audio Nighthawk Oz, congrats on the Aric amplifier. I am planning on purchase of the Transend once I get things sorted out. I have his Special pre. | |
| Integrated amp/speaker matching Might want to consider the Vincent 500 sold by Audio Advisor. It is a hybrid having tubes in the preamp stage, solid state amplifier. I own a Yamaha 701 and think the Yamaha A-Sxxx line to be good products for the price. What sources do you use? | |
| Good 2 channel integrated amplifier for 702 s2 under 3k? The amount of power will depend on room size. What is it?You might find that 2-channel will work fine for movies. Do you have a dedicated music/theater room? | |
| Tube/Hybrid Tube Preamps Below $2000 Check out Aric Audio. He has a tube pre which sells for $1650. I own his Special pre. Great guy to work with. Hand made in USA. | |
| Considering a Raven Audio Blackhawk Integrated for Tannoy Sterlings @jetter I will provide my thoughts after spending some time with the 25. I sold the BEL prior to getting the 25 so a direct comparison is not possible. I was playing around with a Line Magnetic 211(EL34 PP) in the interim. | |
| Are Preamplifier’s Relevant Today or just a Hinderance with Digital Playback ? My take is that using a tube preamplifier serves digital sources very well. The amount and distribution of gain in the system does become an issue. | |
| Amp Pairing for B&W 606 If going with the Yamaha I would purchase the 701 or the 801, depending on the need for USB input. Both have the same 100wpc amplifier and the extra power would prove beneficial with your speakers. | |
| Considering a Raven Audio Blackhawk Integrated for Tannoy Sterlings Well, I thought I might provide an update to my decision regarding amplification within my system. I have decided to stick with separates, will keep my Aric tube pre, sold my BEL amp (possibly a mistake) and purchased a Pass XA25. In the future I ... | |
| Raven Audio Nighthawk OZ, yes thanks for the update, a class post. Was following this thread as I was once interested in going the integrated route and the Raven Blackhawk or Osprey in particular, however decided to remain with separates. | |
| Diffuser or absorber behind listening position....and is it worth doing?? Regarding the wall behind listening position. I support the use of absorption via self made panel. One place to look for DIY material is ATS Acoustics. They are located in Piper City Illinois. Have a nice web site. They can place any photo you wi... | |
| Second opinions — how have others (including non-audiophiles) helped you? I am not surprised by the the experience with your wife. When treating a room one often over treats and then finds that one has to 'dial' it back. Somewhat like tone control use ( I lack these). Two sets of ears are better then one. I often use my... |