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post #1 of 4
10/5/07 at 8:19pm
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How much improvement can I expect from my PPA (discrete buffer) with the addition of a steps P/S?

Do you all think it can come close to a GS-1?... or will the GS-1 hammer the lower $$$ DIY rig?

If it matters... Primary cans are Grados and a koss A250, with HD580, K240s seeing periodic use.
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post #2 of 4
10/6/07 at 2:54am
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bump!
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post #3 of 4
10/6/07 at 3:45am
Hey....the PPA with discrete buffer and STEPs PSU is quite a good amp. In fact, I have been very impressed by it. The STEPs PSU provide nicer bass response while the discrete buffer improve resolution, and details. I think it is a very good upgrade. I still think a maxed out PPA is still an excelletn amp. I've compared my PPA side by side with HR MAX 2003/4 and think that both amps were in the same level.
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post #4 of 4
10/6/07 at 3:47am
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Originally Posted by kramer5150 View Post
How much improvement can I expect from my PPA (discrete buffer) with the addition of a steps P/S?

Do you all think it can come close to a GS-1?... or will the GS-1 hammer the lower $$$ DIY rig?

If it matters... Primary cans are Grados and a koss A250, with HD580, K240s seeing periodic use.

Just want to add that I had pretty good result with the HD580 with my PPA. I think the PPA is a real bargain for the going price on sell/trade forum.
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