ECP DSHA3F or T4

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ECP DSHA3F or T4

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  1. Veng

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    I am looking for an amp to drive my HD800+Hugo, am looking at the T4. But I can't find many descriptions of how it sounds, and how it compares with other amps for HD800. Living in Denmark, I'll probably not have a chance to listen to it. I have read a lot of posts in here about amps that pair well with HD800, mainly tube amps (EC, EC ZDT jr, Stratus, BW etc.). Many of them are OOP. I have lots of patience, little money :).

    Sorry, new here when it comes to posting. It was not my intention to reply to his post, making my post out of context. I'll try to remove it and place it on it's own.
     
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    If you stay with Hugo as a source, then T4. Otherwise 3F will make more of HD800's capabilities, but you may want a ladder type DAC. Depends how much you like or dislike the HD800's tonal signature.
     
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    I have not considered the 3F - it's OOP, right? I've just read about it your post - https://www.superbestaudiofriends.org/index.php?threads/ecp-dsha3f-ravenswood-3f.7382/ - impressive stuff! And beautiful craftsmanship too, like T4. Passion in a box. I guess the 3F is more versatile than T4. Not sure I understand what you mean about the DAC. I have a kind of love hate relationship with my HD800 and will for sure add an additional one in the future. HD800 is so revealing that Kylie Minogue and Bieber sound a bit out of tune haha.
     
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    This is why SBAF should allow one to both like and dislike the a post. Please @zerodeefex. Totally serious.
     
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    Here are some links that you might find interesting as a homework assignment:

    ECP Audio T4 Headphone Amplifier

    ECP DSHA3F Ravenswood 3F

    System Synergy - Special Sound

    "Shortest Way" SW51 Amp Impressions (Simple SET Amp)
     
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