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Really is a beautiful amp...
Think there's still a little bit more finishing touches to the aesthetics of the amp. But It's nice...volume knob was firm but smooth.
Really is a beautiful amp...
Wow, the I thought the DAC was stunning when I heard it back in November. What does the new variant bring to the table?
I talked to Jack about that (strangely started off about leather cases & with pouch to hold the transport/source). If I didn't misinterpret him, he actually intended the WA8 to be used stationary rather than walkabout (pardon my Aussie-ness) - sitting in a coffee shop, traveling, etc. It generates quite a bit of heat so not practical to put it in a case & use whilst in transit.
The outward design isn't so different from the Analog Squared Paper amps I see pictured with a purse-like carry case.
But the Squared's tubes appear much more exposed, probably to vent the heat while the WA8's clear protective cover, while tougher, no doubt keeps more heat in.
The outward design isn't so different from the Analog Squared Paper amps I see pictured with a purse-like carry case.
But the Squared's tubes appear much more exposed, probably to vent the heat while the WA8's clear protective cover, while tougher, no doubt keeps more heat in.
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You know that is my picture that you quoted right ? That was pretty much what I had in mind when I was talking to Jack about a pocket for the transport/source. He's well aware of the Analog2Paper transportable amps. And actually it's hard to use the A2P on-the-go too as the tubes "ping" when there's any movement/vibration.