Aune T1 USB Tube DAC+Amp Discussion Thread ***See first post for FAQ*** - Page 7

 

Yeah, I know. It just seemed like you guys had problems in both Windows and OS X. Just wanted to tell that it wasn't hardware-related.
 

 

Do you know what the difference is between the ports?

Nada I think it worked because when u switch USB ports its resets the LINE IN setting back to 16bit and I think I figured out u can't have line in and dac out both at 24 at once. Guessing though

Also I'm thinking of trying the little dot mk iii since i have an Odac already so any thoughts are welcome.

Whoa. Schiit audio just launched a $99 DAC and a $99 amp. I wonder how that pair will compare to the Aune T1... I just don't know what to buy anymore!

Looking for a budget amp to power up a set of HD800's guys, will be used at work, hence I don't want to spend a fortune on this...will the Aune power them okay?

Cant see why not, the two gain settings are more than enough. I use a low impedance phones right now but even so, i use the lowest gain setting and the volume never goes more than halfway!

 

I alos just got myself a nice pair of he-500s so well see!

Let us know how you get on...

Ok, I've done a few things since last post:

 

First, I put in a Vintage 1975 Mullard E88CC tube into the Aune T1. Wowsa, talk about detail & warmth! This makes me feel like I'm wrapped in a warm blanket of music but not so much that I can't pick out every riff and lick. So there's that. Fantastic tube if you like a bit of contour to your music.

 

Second, I ordered an ODAC which was supposed to be here already but the USPS has probably lost it, so I can't speak to yet.

 

Third, I picked up a pair of HE-500 phones. Holy cow, are these things big and heavy! I had to add extra foam on the headband just to hold them up because, I guess, my head is very small. Oh well. As for the quality , they didn't blow me away at first, but now that I have some burn in hours, I can see what the hype is all about. I had to up the gain on the Aune T1 to the highest setting in order to power the HE-500s adequately, but it's worth it. Tight, tight bass is the word, and a virtually limitless soundstage. Are they an upgrade over the Aiaiai TMA1 phones I was using? Yes, but less of a direct upgrade and more of a sideway shift. Yes, the HE-500s are better sounding but they are more different than they are better. If you are thinking about the HE-500s id STRONGLY suggest trying them first at a show or store. Not only for sound but for physical fit, my neck hurts after long use due to the weight.

 

Fourth, I did research for a while and based on price/compatibility/future proofing (im getting HD650s for xmas), I decided to order a project Sunrise II headphone amp to go with the ODAC. To go with the PSII, I picked up a Vintage 60's Amperex 12AU7 Bugle Boy,small halo,gray plate,dimpled top, tube. It sounds like the one I'll most like.

 

So, as you all can probably personally attest to, I have gotten bit by the audiophile bug just like it happened with most here, I'm sure. :) As I get more upgrades in I will update you guys. Thanks for all the help.

I recently got the Aune X1 mk2 DAC and am using it to send the analog line out to another vacuum tube amp; the Musical Paradise MP-301 mk3 with shuguang 6L6GC tubes. Problem is this is at the office and the MP-301 takes up too much space and i cannot use it to drive speakers, just my headphones (ATH-M50s). So now i'm thinking of bringing home the MP-301, to drive speakers mainly, and to get a more compact tube amp... this Aune T1 !
The headphone output on the Aune X1 works fine... But i just like the tube sound...

BTW, both products are on sale right now at this Canadian store, in Ontario; Springwateraudio.com
https://www.springwateraudio.com/store/

So just to be clear if I'm running an ODAC into the aune t1 I'm not using the tube? I thought I was

I just ordered from them a few weeks ago. Good service and great price! So far i'm really liking the AUNE t1. I went with the 6922 tube based on peoples recommendations. The only headphones I've used are my dt990 250ohm and everything sounds great :) This is my first 'setup' so I don't really have a lot to compare it to other than plugging my headphones into my crappy onboard audio. 

Already tempted to try the 6N23P tube they are talking about on rockgrotto 

I just received my Aune T1 today which came with a 6N11 tube yet i chose to use an Electro Harmonix 6922 tube which I have, I will use this for break in till i feel comfortable rolling. My AKG K240 Studio headphones are not a good match yet they sound OK. I buddy loaned me some Audio Technica headphones and they sound really good.

 

I am using my Mac mini 2010 SSD 8GB Ram, my Audiophile USB cable and i also have the Aune t1 using silver resolution interconnects going into a pair of AudioEngine A2 speakers.

 

How long does it take for the T1 to break in? Which tube seems to work well and also, which headphones mate well with the T1?

 

Thanks in Advance.

 

Liz