Due to the kindness and generosity of
@sean888 (Sean from SLT) and
@Aleksandar R. , I was able to receive my Immanis less than 3 weeks after I ordered it during CanJam Singapore.
When I received the Immanis, I had the Holo Audio Bliss with me. I have to admit that I was unable to replicate the “wow” moment that I had during CanJam when I listened to the Immanis on the VM1a and Armageddon and then briefly on the Mass Kobo 465.
I felt “underwhelmed” with the sound I was getting out of the Bliss, especially with the Immanis. I must clarify that the Bliss is a very good amp in my experience when I pair it with cans such as Final D8000 Pro LE. I am very happy with the sound of the Bliss.
What really bugged me was the volume on the Bliss when listening to the Immanis. I can’t shake this feeling that the Bliss is just not cutting it for me, especially when paired with the Immanis.
For context, I get this same feeling of “inadequacy” when I pair the Bliss with my Abyss Phi TC 1266 and Audeze LCD4. My best experiences with these two cans have been with my WA33, which I still regret selling.
Therefore, in my personal listening experience, I believe that the Bliss was just unable to bring out what I am aware that the Immanis is capable of.
Enter the SAEQ Armageddon…
Sean gave me an opportunity to spend some time with the SAEQ Armageddon, so that I can relive what I experienced during CanJam with the Immanis, in the comfort of my home.
These are my thoughts about listening to the SAEQ Armageddon with the Raal Immanis:
I would describe the sound I am hearing as smooth, organic, and expansive. I like the warmth I am hearing to the overall sound signature.
Regarding the synergy with the Immanis, I like the wide and airy listening experience. I feel the expansive soundstage of the Armageddon complements the detailed nature of the Immanis.
To my ears, I am hearing a natural and balanced sound.
So in summary, the 3 words that jump out at me when I hear the SAEQ Armageddon with the Raal Immanis, are: “detailed, “spacious” and “warm”.
If you like your music to be presented to your ears in such a way, then I would highly recommend this combination.