Doesn't Sennheiser use the GS Solo as their house amp to voice and test their phones? That would seem to make it the obvious choice.
Tim
Yes, Sennheiser uses the Solo to demo the HD-650.
If the Raptor already has punchy, powerful bass I would think that would be the last thing you would want in an amp for the 650's. I haven't heard the Raptor, just going by that comment.
I voted for the Solo, my 580's sound pretty darn good out of the Solo. Someday I am going to upgrade to the 650's.
Also, you have 2 tube amps and 1 solid state. May be best to figure out which is most important to you and weigh the pros and cons of each.
Last edited by charley phogg; 04-27-2008 at 01:58 AM.
Apparently the Extreme is no longer 1000 bucks and it is too large for the space I have in mind. I do hear ya though, its just not practical for what I have in mind.
If the Raptor already has punchy, powerful bass I would think that would be the last thing you would want in an amp for the 650's. I haven't heard the Raptor, just going by that comment.
I voted for the Solo, my 580's sound pretty darn good out of the Solo. Someday I am going to upgrade to the 650's.
Also, you have 2 tube amps and 1 solid state. May be best to figure out which is most important to you and weigh the pros and cons of each.
I think im kinda leaning toward the Solo or the Raptor. I haven't read anything that really impressed me about the WA6, and tube rolling with the WA6 seems like it could be an expensive journey. I wanted a tube amp but if it functions the way I want, it doesn't really matter. I was thinking about a GS-1 but my source is neutral and I want something to add impact to the base and add a little fun to my music. So far, practicality and price kinda make me lean towards the Solo. I just have this thing in the back of my head, Am I getting as much for my money buying a British product like that? I know its stupid but for solo money the other two are in reach and certainly do win out in the sex appeal department.
Last edited by GordonFreeman; 04-27-2008 at 04:38 AM.
I think im kinda leaning toward the Solo or the Raptor. I haven't read anything that really impressed me about the WA6, and tube rolling with the WA6 seems like it could be an expensive journey. I wanted a tube amp but if it functions the way I want, it doesn't really matter. I was thinking about a GS-1 but my source is neutral and I want something to add impact to the base and add a little fun to my music. So far, practicality and price kinda make me lean towards the Solo. I just have this thing in the back of my head, Am I getting as much for my money buying a British product like that? I know its stupid but for solo money the other two are in reach and certainly do win out in the sex appeal department.
The Solo won't add anything to your music. The Solo will portray whatever you feed it.
I have the "green" Solo, have not heard the Solo with te PSU-1, which from your price I gather thats what you're looking at. The Solo PSU-1 even sounds better.
What is your source? With a warm source and the 650's I would think that would be enough bass for most.
Deep hard pounding bass will not over saturate the Solo, nor will anything else that I've thrown at it.
Right now I'm listeningn to "Mickey Harts Global Drum Project" , which is all percussion with alot of kettle drumming and the Solo doesn't even hiccup.
Am I getting as much for my money buying a British product like that? I know its stupid but for solo money the other two are in reach and certainly do win out in the sex appeal department.
Maybe the Headroom products are right up your alley, as someone mentioned berfore. Having dealt with them before, they won't try to sell you anything you don't need. Tell them what your looking forand they'll advice you what would suit your needs best, without over selling you, also they have the 30 day guarantee.
Also, try and hold off until you can get more opinions, preferably from those how have a lot of, or have heard a lot of different amps.
That's alot of coin to drop. Also, maybe search the for sale forum, not sure who much you would lose hearing something and turning it over if you didn't like it.
Source is an Ultra Micro Dac, I have been looking at used equipment, saw some raptors going for 800. Can you tell me about the sound signature of your solo? You have the Green model yes?
I currently have the WA6 Maxxed and Raptor, and have owned the 07' version of the Graham Slee Solo. You won't go wrong with any of the choices. I like the Telefunken smooth plate signal with Tung-Sol 5687's in the Raptor. Has the mojo workin' if ya' get the drift. Tubes offer options for a sound Signature and of course need the commensurate care and feeding. All the options will scale well with whatever source you have or will choose for future use. The Slam factor is better with the Slee or Raptor. All have an above average reliability record and good re-sale. Jack Wu and Papa Ray are splendid to work with and go above and beyond the call of duty to keep their customers happy. That's something that I factor into every purchase, I've found that out the hard way.
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