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Pocket Amp 2 vs. other $50 amps/CMOYs?

post #1 of 19
10/14/05 at 10:44pm
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Hi, I have a Chaintech AV-710 and some Alessandro MS-1s. I'm looking for either an amp or CMOY for around $50 to improve the sound quality. Portability of the amp/CMOY means nothing to me. It's just going to sit on my computer case.

Would the Pocket Amp 2 be able to do this for me? Are there other options out there that would beat the Pocket Amp 2 in sound quality for roughly $50?

This may seem like a basic question, but I'm new to this stuff and am looking to get the best bang for the buck.
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post #2 of 19
10/14/05 at 11:04pm
You will not go wrong with the PAV2. At $60 delivered and includes a charger and 6" interconnect. You do not have to remove the rechargable batteries to charge them and they last a long time (over 60 hours).
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post #3 of 19
10/14/05 at 11:22pm
PA2V2 is better bang for the buck against the other cmoys. Plus, Gary is a nice guy to deal with and will always answer any questions you have.
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post #4 of 19
10/14/05 at 11:40pm
They pretty much said it, get a PA2V2!
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post #5 of 19
10/15/05 at 2:11am
Go with the PAV2, great little amp. Gary is also great and responded to an email 25 minutes after I sent it with a lot more information then I had expected.
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post #6 of 19
10/15/05 at 3:05am
I haven't personally bought or heard the PA2V2 but I did ask Gary a couple of question and have to say he is one of the nicest most helpful builders I have ever talked to so that along with the good reviews, price, features and warranty that is offered by him I would go with the PA2V2.
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post #7 of 19
10/15/05 at 11:52am
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Thanks guys. I'm ordering a PA2V2 right now for $60!
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post #8 of 19
10/15/05 at 2:16pm
I bet you'll like it.
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post #9 of 19
10/15/05 at 2:36pm
I think the amp I'm using with my HD595 (see my sig) is better. Just a thought, as I know almost nothing about the PAV2 except that it uses a LM4881.
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post #10 of 19
10/15/05 at 2:45pm
I like my govibeII better than the PA2V2 for my MS2 and HF1. IMHO the PA2V2 soundstage is more compressed and bass is a bit bloated. Works well with some cans while others its not as enjoyable.

I like the PA2V2 with my KSC75. The forward bass and compressed image of the PA2 counteracts the sloppy KSC75 nicely and makes for a nice tight refined sound. Very portable too IMHO.


Garrett
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post #11 of 19
10/15/05 at 6:14pm
Great value for the price, Drives my UM2's beautifully ! Not to mention, Gary is a great guy to deal with.
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post #12 of 19
10/15/05 at 6:33pm
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Originally Posted by xand1x
Great value for the price, Drives my UM2's beautifully ! Not to mention, Gary is a great guy to deal with.
I have UM2s on the way and I hear these earphones hiss easily, so that's good to hear.


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I like my govibeII better than the PA2V2 for my MS2 and HF1. IMHO the PA2V2 soundstage is more compressed and bass is a bit bloated.
Grado? Soundstage? Really? My sr225 has no more soundstage than Koss KSC35 earphones. I think you're referring to the treble.
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post #13 of 19
10/15/05 at 6:50pm
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Originally Posted by atx

Grado? Soundstage? Really? My sr225 has no more soundstage than Koss KSC35 earphones. I think you're referring to the treble.

Really ... thats one of the many differences between the SR225/KSC and HF1/MS2. The latter 2 certainly DO have some soundstage, a tad more than the SR225 IMHO of course. The PA2V2 pulls HF1/MS2 soundstage more "into the head" than with the govibe. Its a subtle difference... but noticeable IMHO.

thats all I' going to say

**edit**

Yes I agree the govibe has a little more treble sparkle and air, and that certainly does help.

Garrett
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post #14 of 19
10/16/05 at 8:50pm
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Originally Posted by atx
I have UM2s on the way and I hear these earphones hiss easily, so that's good to hear.
I'm sure you'll love the Um2's with pa2v2 =)
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post #15 of 19
10/17/05 at 1:54am
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Originally Posted by kramer5150
Really ... thats one of the many differences between the SR225/KSC and HF1/MS2. The latter 2 certainly DO have some soundstage, a tad more than the SR225 IMHO of course. The PA2V2 pulls HF1/MS2 soundstage more "into the head" than with the govibe. Its a subtle difference... but noticeable IMHO.

thats all I' going to say

**edit**

Yes I agree the govibe has a little more treble sparkle and air, and that certainly does help.

Garrett
What would be better for some MS-1s? The GoVibeII or PA2V2? Also, how much does the GoVibeII cost?
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