Purity NowHi Sam, I thought about VAC and did some research. I did not pursue because they are not known for prodigious bass, a pair would be required, and I would require a home demo. They seem like nice am... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowHi Tom,I can personally attest to the synergy for the Isis and BAT 150se, as my dealer had this combination on display. What I can still remember is the great midrange texture, transparency... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowHi Alec,They are both great amps. For me, the Pass was the amp to make me stop thinking about all other amps. It just clicked with my system and tastes. It does all the things I want, and n... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Mainly AnalogueHi Fred,My 9 series DAC (and 270se transport) have undergone exhaustive mods by Steve Huntley. In essence, he replaces all the stock parts with higher grade parts. You'd have to speak with ... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Mainly AnalogueHi Fred,If you are ever in St. Louis and want to hear the Wadia DAC, drop me a line. There are 1-2 handfuls of these highly modified DACs in the world. Over 1 1/2 years later, and it still ... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowHi Coxhaus, If you have the funds and can handle the heat, do it! Your speakers are huge, and they will need huge amps. If you don't want the heat, think about Karan or Class D.I am trying ... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Strapper211s all out effort at NirvanaI have absolutely no doubt that Elrod's power cords are the best. His cords are like putting your system on steroids. Everything you have will be amplified.I've been plotting my move, and t... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowHi Luxeman: The thing about the Troy is that I can still distinctly hear what it is doing in my system. Most other products have the proverbial jaw-dropping effect when first introduced, and then i... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowSomething interesting is taking place. I have not made a significant change to my system in a few months. And yet, it is sounding better and better each week. I am trying to grapple with this conte... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
The European PerspectiveHi Elberoth2: The Pass XA30.5 is an incredible value amplifier. Retail is something like $5k USD. However, I personally do not understand the concept of a low-powered SS amp. Sure, if you want a no... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowHi Underdog: I had Nordost Valhallas previously. I was very fortunate to stumble upon the Jade Audio cables as my next cable. I know people try dozens before finding a good match. I will assure you... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowHi Tzh21y: The corner set-up sounds excellent. There are no side-walls, and it allows me to sit further away from the speakers. In Jim Smith's book, he also mentions the corner set-up option. I thi... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Strapper211s all out effort at NirvanaI want to thank Robert for having me over to hear what he has put together. Beautfiul system and discriminating taste at the highest level. Robert has a knack for putting together components that w... posted over 15 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowHi Sgr,I appreciate all the kind and complimentary words. It's nice to get some feedback because sometimes when you've been running a long time with your head down, trying to reach your goa... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Draught Sound MachineI must not have been clear about the switch in the power module. Just remove the cover. The switch is perfectly accessible without moving the unit. I took the covers off both of my chasis. My units... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Draught Sound MachineI'm also a proud owner of the BAT Rex. I'd recommend taking the cover off the power module so you can access the switch to change selector tubes. It looks like the cover is still present in your pi... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowHi Avsource1, I did get to hear the SR Powercell 10SE in my system for a month. I was seeking a very particular sound to improve my system. The Powercell is a fine piece of equipment, but it took t... posted almost 16 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowHi Kamil,I would be curious to hear the DCS and Esoteric top models, but I have not. I did not even consider them against the Wadia. I am sure those are great, but I am a long-time Wadia fa... posted about 16 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemJfrech,Now that you've gone from multiple iterations of BAT to the Ayre, what are your conclusions? What do you miss in the BAT, and what are you getting in the Ayre?Rob posted about 16 years ago | View comment | |
Jfrech's systemI think one allure with tubes is that they create a very rich and pleasing sound without alot of tweaking. Sure, you could roll tubes, and do this and that, but you are really 90% there just at the... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowThey are aligned straight. The appearance of being toed-out is an illusion from the photo.Firing with no toe-in gives the largest soundstage, particularly the rear corners. I now have them ... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowI have a couple of more comments on the Bat Rex and the switch for the voltage shunt regulator tubes. The 6H30 is taut with huge soundstage width and depth, penty of extension to the upper and lowe... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
My best effort so farVery nice. May I suggest that you open the Karan and replace all of the fuses with HiFI gold fuses. There are two in the back, and a set of circuit boards in the front with probably 8 more. The ori... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowNine months after receiving the major components, I am finally getting the sound I want. One really needs to persevere with a new system, and take the time to optimize everything. Right now... posted over 16 years ago | View comment | |
Purity NowBAT REX ImpressionsI have had some time with the Rex, and am now ready to form some opinions. My interest was initiated because of an inability to run the Wadia direct without losing detail due... posted over 16 years ago | View comment |