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04-26-2009, 03:31 AM
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Quote:
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Guess I'll look for burn marks, but I bought it from wsz0304 on ebay with a 1year warranty. Guess I should snip back the snips before shipping it back?
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That Vendor is top notch.
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04-26-2009, 02:31 PM
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Ok, it switched on again, after 24hours any numerous attempts on turning it on.. So how awesome is this "Compass" compared to the HDAMed Zero?
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04-26-2009, 03:16 PM
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Ok, it switched on again, after 24hours any numerous attempts on turning it on.. So how awesome is this "Compass" compared to the HDAMed Zero?
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It's good and I don't believe you'll have these types of problems with it. Additionally, there is great support from the manufacturer.
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04-26-2009, 04:00 PM
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I can't seem to find any direct comparison on the forum, is this a coincidence or are people boycotting the zero?
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04-26-2009, 04:02 PM
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I can't seem to find any direct comparison on the forum, is this a coincidence or are people boycotting the zero?
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Read the Compass thread, there is a blurb there.
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04-26-2009, 05:18 PM
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The Compass' DAC is very similar, but uses upgraded parts, so it is considerably better if not amazingly so. But the amp in the compass in in a completely different league - much much better than Zero's amp.
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04-29-2009, 10:36 PM
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Does sound like you have a ground loop issue.
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05-04-2009, 07:47 AM
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I currently have dual 627s for the DAC and LM4562 for the preamp, I just ordered some LME49860NA samples...
Anyone tried these for the preamp??
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05-04-2009, 08:11 AM
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my Zero died really soon too when I got it, I wouldnt recommend it to anyone anymore, its not the great product it was when the review was written
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05-04-2009, 08:25 AM
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Quote:
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my Zero died really soon too when I got it, I wouldnt recommend it to anyone anymore, its not the great product it was when the review was written
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I haven't had an ounce of problems with mine. It handles all my Hi-Fi, TV, radio, DVD sound needs. And as such is on for at least 12 hours a day, for the last nearly 18 months.
Sorry to hear you've had problems with yours, but for the price I can't fault mine.
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05-04-2009, 09:25 AM
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Before Compass Zero was the best DAC combo for headphones for the money. I just recomissioned my Zero to my workplace after getting a Compass.
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05-08-2009, 06:18 AM
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Hey guys. After doing a little research, I ended up with one of the Zeros and... WOW!
I can't believe the difference. Listening to Queens of the Stoneage - Little Sister. There was so much detail, even in the 192kbps mp3's that I was missing. The mids are so much more detailed, the bass has more impact and clarity. The trebble is less overbearing because of the added detail provided at the other frequencies.
Edit: I went straight for the OPA627 and LT1364 combo (as per signature) so I haven't heard the original zero. The upgraded one is phenomenal though.
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05-08-2009, 09:12 AM
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interesting
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05-08-2009, 09:40 AM
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I'm using the Zero with the Earth-HDAM and 2xLM4562 and this is a very nice combinations with the K701s as it sounds quite "warm".
But i noticed that the Zero doesn't have another power to drive the K701s properly, as i can turn the volume knob up to 4o'clock without getting blown away (this is probably current-related, but i'm not an electrotechnical engineer).
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