Comments on Profile Post by Azimuth

  1. jexby
    jexby
    truth. it's impressive! no hiss with CA Solaris 2020 also, although IEMatch helps with more range on volume pot.
    Sep 21, 2021
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  2. Merrick
    Merrick
    So true. Engagement factor is off the charts. One of those amps where I can hear every deficiency and limitation but don’t give a single shit because it’s so damned musical. Honestly I’d argue it’s the best amp Schiit currently sells.
    Sep 21, 2021
  3. YMO
    YMO
    @jexby wait Vali 2+ if using IEMatch isn't bad at all?
    Sep 21, 2021
  4. jexby
    jexby
    15min listening with Solaris 2020, mainly for low noise check. very quiet air, no hiss. added IEMatch to check volume pot, need more critical listening but no wonkiness.
    Sep 21, 2021
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  5. YMO
    YMO
    @jexby make a post about it on the Vali 2+ thread with IEMs. I am curious for a cheap tube amp (after selling off SW51+) when I get bored with the sound from IEMatch. I presume you are using stock tube?
    Sep 21, 2021
  6. jexby
    jexby
    post coming after a bit more time. not stock tube, cheap RCA 6CG7 with copper grid. Ediswan cv-2492 and Siemens 6922 going in next week for fun.
    Sep 21, 2021
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  7. Azimuth
    Azimuth
    I love the RCA 6CG7 as well @jexby, almost as much as the 6H1N.
    Sep 21, 2021
  8. penguins
    penguins
    Looks like the secret is finally out in a very good way.

    I will stand by what I said about using cheap tubes for general use though. Not that I won't EVER use a nicer tube myself.
    Sep 21, 2021
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  9. yotacowboy
    yotacowboy
    any thoughts vs. SW51?
    Sep 21, 2021
  10. Merrick
    Merrick
    @yotacowboy Vali is thicker, exhibits more tube warmth, less slam but better bass texture, less overall clarity than SW.
    Sep 21, 2021
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  11. Azimuth
    Azimuth
    @yotacowboy SW51 is still cleaner, wider, and digs deeper in the details. I was just took by surprise how updated the Vali 2+ and the immediacy you get. The reduced noise floor is amazing.
    Sep 21, 2021
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