schw06

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Anyone listen to Zu Audio's Definition Mk3?
Gsm18439's impression pretty much mirrors my thoughts on them. I have owned the 2's and had the drivers updated to the nano drivers (now speakers are owned by Glory) and that was a significant leap forward in terms of transparency and dynamics whi... 
Solid State watts to power Zu Defintions?
I've tried to find a solid state amp that sounds great with the Definitions and I've tried every topology you can think of including class A, a/b, D, chip amps, and First Watt. I wish I had all that time and money back. Tubes are a pain in the you... 
What amp are you using with your Zu Essences?
I am driving the Definitions with Decware's new Torii 26 watt EL34 based amp and it is absolutely a stellar combination. I have found that Zu speakers are very amp friendly so enjoy them! 
Zu Soul Superfly
My recommendation of an 845 based amp was not meant to be controversial or a blind recommendation based on that specific tube. Common sense is still required if you pursue this combination and you should choose carefully. My intention is to help f... 
Zu Soul Superfly
As a Zu owner (Definition II), I concur with Gopher and 213Cobra regarding 845 amps. Owning Zu speakers without hearing them through an 845, you are really missing half of the equation to fantastic sound. I've owned a lot of different topology amp... 
Preamp for First Watt F3??
Nobody has experience with the F3??? 
THE BEST $2000 TURNTABLE - NEW OR USED ??????
Did you build your Lenco? was it difficult to build? How does it sound? Are you happy? Thanks!Dave 
Tube amp recommendation for Gallo Reference 3's
I am running them with the Genesis M60 monoblocks($3500) and they are stunning! I have also paired them with the VTL st-150 which is also a great match. For reference, using Modwright SWL 9.0 preamp with Channel Islands vda2 dac.