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    Schiit Jotunheim 2

    Flux FA-10 is another option I'm looking at but that's probably the top of my range on what I want to spend.
    Post by: Lautreamont, Feb 22, 2021 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    Schiit Jotunheim 2

    I just picked up an HE6se V2 and and a Liquid Platinum and it's a good pairing. Is there reason to believe Jot 2 will do better with HE6se V2?
    Post by: Lautreamont, Feb 21, 2021 in forum: Headphone Amplifiers and Combo (DAC/Amp) Units
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    iFi ZEN Phono Review

    I just bought one of these for a second turntable. Do you still feel as enthusiastic about it a few months later? Are you saying it will...
    Post by: Lautreamont, Jan 20, 2021 in forum: Vinyl Nutjob World: Turntable and Related Gear
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    Nearfields for audiophile listening?

    I'm using Navis on stands about 6 feet away from me, due to space constraints in the room, and they sound great. Not sure if that qualifies as...
    Post by: Lautreamont, Jan 1, 2021 in forum: Speakers
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    Hifiman HE-6SE

    HE6se V2 are $699 right now:...
    Post by: Lautreamont, Jan 1, 2021 in forum: Headphones
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    General Speaker Advice and Recommendations

    I haven't tried heard speakers in the $4-7k range but I have the Elac Navis and if you feed them a good signal they are extremely impressive. High...
    Post by: Lautreamont, May 2, 2019 in forum: Speakers
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    Tube Buffers - Solid State Headphone Amps

    I wouldn't leave it on 24/7. Tube is not user replaceable. The aluminum chassis is also very warm to the touch when it's been on for a while.
    Post by: Lautreamont, Mar 6, 2019 in forum: General Audio Discussion
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    SBAF DAC Talk II

    I tend to agree. I have a Singxer SU-1 and a Gustard U16 and a Schiit Eitr. I bought the SU-1 and then the U16 because I wanted a (relatively)...
    Post by: Lautreamont, Mar 5, 2019 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Tube Buffers - Solid State Headphone Amps

    YMMV based on your other components and what sounds good to your ears. It's certainly possible it might not work well with higher end components...
    Post by: Lautreamont, Jan 9, 2019 in forum: General Audio Discussion
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    General Speaker Advice and Recommendations

    I recently bought his active Navis ARB51 and A/B tested the Navis and LS50W at home and I preferred the fuller and richer sound of the Navis. I...
    Post by: Lautreamont, Jan 8, 2019 in forum: Speakers
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    Tube Buffers - Solid State Headphone Amps

    I absolutely LOVE the itube2 and highly recommend it. One of the best purchases I have made. It adds a warmth and holographic type sound that is...
    Post by: Lautreamont, Jan 8, 2019 in forum: General Audio Discussion
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    L.K.S Audio MH-DA004 - probably sounds bad

    I recently picked up the MH-DA004 for $750 on the used market to try it. I only have a Modi 2 Multibit and a Pro-ject Pre Box S2 to compare it to...
    Post by: Lautreamont, Dec 22, 2018 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    HiFiMan HE-560 V2

    V2 is now down to $250 at Adorama....
    Post by: Lautreamont, Oct 28, 2018 in forum: Headphones
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    Schiit Loki Mini EQ Released

    Just got my b stock Loki and am enjoying it. What Loki setting are people finding they like for the HD650 and the HE560.
    Post by: Lautreamont, Aug 29, 2018 in forum: Preamps
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    Hifiman HE-560

    What EQ settings with EAPO are you finding work well with HE560?
    Post by: Lautreamont, Mar 24, 2018 in forum: Headphones