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| New Model Alert = Aurender AP20 Integrated amplifier. A very intriguing introduction from Aurender who never disappoints. Can't wait to explore this unit when it arrives later on this year. / Marcus, www.perfect-sense.se | |
| All-in-one integrated, 10-15K range, class A/B only As a general input, there are usually a significant jump in performance and build quality when taking the step from $5-10.000 to $10-15.000 (or more). You DO usually get what you’re paying for, at least on this level before moving into the luxury ... | |
| All-in-one integrated, 10-15K range, class A/B only "I for one am a fan of the 866 design, especially the tilted front portion that makes the touchscreen actually usable not just a gimmicky nice to have.in some ways it’s design is why it’s also number one in my list.but of course everyone has their... | |
| All-in-one integrated, 10-15K range, class A/B only Hi guys,I’ve had many integrated amps here or passing through during recent years incl. Dartzeel NHB-18NS, Gryphon Diablo 300, Mark Levinson 585, McIntosh MA8000 and more.The one’s who’s managed to hold their ground over time are the Ayre AX-5 Twe... | |
| Opinions on the current market The simple answer is to "get out and listen" and if possible "try before you buy".That’s the only way if you want to increase the chance of getting it right the first time./ Marcus, www.perfect-sense.se (high-end audio consultant) | |
| Why are brick and mortar HiFi dealers so bad? Your're welcome to Stockholm, Sweden at any time ;)https://perfect-sense.se/ | |
| Streamer Recommendation The Lumin X1 is a network player (streamer with DAC) which puts it in another category of products./ Marcus, www.perfect-sense.se | |
| How far have ss amps really come in the last twenty years? Worth considering is that you’re listening to each amp within the context of a system in a particular setting. You’re not only listening to the amps basically, but a chain of parts within a specific acoustical space. The end result is influenced b... | |
| Are Pass Labs amps probably the best ever you can buy ? Define "best". Your "best" is another ones "no way".:)/ Marcus | |
| Gryphon Diablo 300: at the top of Integrated Amps? I've got Ypsilon, CH Precision, Ayre, Thrax, Aavik, Audionet, Rowland, Karan, Devialet and Norma here in Stockholm, Sweden who are all making wonderful products on different levels within the SS and hybrid segment. I've also had the Dartzeel 8550,... | |
| Strong US$ ... Gryphon ... Audionet and Accuphase both have US importers/distributors. Gryphon don't, which means importing from Europe might be an option for US citizens./ Marcus, www.perfect-sense.se | |
| Taralabs cables Does anyone have real experience with the 0.3-series from Tara Labs? | |
| Raidho D1 audition @NoomThanks for the clarification. I've heard the Ansuz (Diamond I believe) equal Nordost Odin myself, so I'm not surprised by your findings. | |
| Raidho D1 audition @NoomI'm a little bit confused.. Do you mean that the Anzus cables outperformed your current cables, or the other way around? | |
| Raidho D1 audition I'm also very interested in potential candidates to Nordost (which might be the obvious partner) with Raidho.Any experiences are welcome! |