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| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC Thanks so much Al. I got it!! | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC For now the 625 S2 would be connected directly to the Aeris. Same with the VAC. However, and I do hesitate to throw some other amps into the discussion, but what do you feel about Dan A'gostino The Classic Amp? Is that a crazy alternative? Too muc... | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC The tap discussion is way above my head but I am writing it down and when I go to the shop to hear the VAC 200 iq system I will ask about it. If the VAC 200 iq is one of the winners, and I get to bring it home to try with the Wilson's -- I will re... | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC Again, a lot of good information is arising in this thread. To answer the question about what other speakers I auditioned -- I didn't. I had no intention of even purchasing speakers. I went to a Sabrina audition with Peter McGrath and lo and behol... | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC Wow, that was amazing. And in some broad sense I think I understand. Not the technical specificities, but the general theory you explained. I will remember that when I go to hear the 200 iq. I am a bit obsessed now, wanting it to be done — and jus... | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC I wonder if you could expand on what you mean by 'ohm tap' and which amp would be best in that regard with the Sabrinas? The JR will probably provide the power the Sabrinas need, but will the VAC Sigma and the 200 IQ? I felt the VAC was a bit brig... | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC Well, in many ways the audition was great BUT both amps have their plusses and minuses. For example, the JR is deep and rich. It has a control quality that seems to excel in the midrange which, in my opinion, is gorgeous. Remember, I don't know th... | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC It is possible for me to audition the Momentum with the Wilson's. The Wilson dealer also sells D'Agostino. But the price is crazy for me! I am barely scraping to afford the VAC and the JR is even a bit more. I have no doubt it is stunning in many ... | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC I will. It doesn't arrive in the shop for another week, but I will definitely let you (all) know. R | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC Good news. The stereo store owner has offered to do a home audition once I confirm the amp (or two) that I have narrowed it down to. That is a relief. And, they are getting in the 200IQ in a week so I can also hear that. All is moving along and al... | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC You are all so sweet. Thanks for pulling for me. I will insist on a home audition -- I totally agree this is only fair especially at these prices. They said I should bring the speakers to them. To be honest, I was flabergasted. I mean they are not... | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC No Thiels in this set up. For now larger Focal, VAC, JR and I believe Transparent cables. | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC You know, that is a great question: what speakers I will listening to at the shop. The shop insists a 3-way is a 3-way. I feel a bit pushed on this one, but there are so few high-end shops in my neighbourhood. They used big Focal speakers that cos... | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC Thank you all again. I will try to listen to the IQ gear this weekend and see how it compares both in price and sound with the Sigma and the Rowland. I am booked to listen on Saturday morning. Not with the Wilson's but with speakers at the shop. I... | |
| Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC Thank you. This is helpful. I wonder if you could elaborate as to what exactly the new VAC 170IQ and 200IQ are? I don't see them on the VAC website. Am I missing something? |