Sold: ECP Audio DSHA-3F Ravenswood (Walnut, Lundahl nickel core transformers)
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2,300.00 USD
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I've gone back to 2ch audio after ~20 years hiatus and although this amp with ZMF Verite (for sale in separate thread) is as good as I've ever enjoyed headphone audio, I can't stand having the amp staying off powered for months on so I've decided to let it go:



I'm original owner from the 1st batch (spring 2019) but note that this unit is presently wired for 120V despite the 230V marking (I was sent a EU unit by mistake and it was just easier/cheaper to have it modified by local audio shop). I could also have the same shop rewire it for 230V if needed (~30usd 20min job to de-/resolder jumpers).

This is the "default" setup with Lundahl nickel core transformers but you can order Lundahl amorphous input transformers from ECP for 300USD.

First owner, price when bought: 2800USD.

The amp is functioning perfectly and there's pretty much no scratch or anything besides those on the bottom panel (amp was shipped to me in that state).

Shipping from Japan/Tokyo using E.M.S service / insured in it original box (note: no power cord, no manual etc, it's just the amp in the box with the original invoice).

Payment by paypal accepted but a) buyer pays paypal fees, b) will only ship to paypal confirmed address.
Listed by: arnaud (6)
Listed: 2021-04-18
Last edited: 2021-06-04
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xtr4

xtr4

500+ Head-Fier
It's an excellent amp and sounds phenomenal for its size.
Just a gentle reminder for those who don't know, this amp is fully and only balanced and thus it's not recommended to be used with a XLR to SE adapter (according to the designer).
 
arnaud

arnaud

Stax and Sushi
Thank you @xtr4 for the useful reminder, indeed bal in / bal out only! [edit: I vaguely recall reading it's ok to use unbalanced input with an adapter because of the transformers but have always driven mine balanced from Holo Audio Spring].

I was assuming people following ECP and potential users for this amp in particular would be familiar with the matter but you're absolutely right,

arnaud
 
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arnaud

arnaud

Stax and Sushi
Ok, here's the actual wording from the manufacturer (from another forum):

<<The amp does not care if the source outputs over RCA or XLR cables. And the input transformers make it pretty bullet proof. (the output, of course, is XLR only!)>>
 
arnaud

arnaud

Stax and Sushi
Thank @chrisdrop :), yes indeed these typically aren't easy to come by but there are indeed 2 others on sales atm, black units look really nice as well, never disappointed with looks of an ECP amp :).
 
arnaud

arnaud

Stax and Sushi
What's going on here, why is everybody so nice and friendly, and warm and fuzzy :)
 
AccruedSolitude

AccruedSolitude

100+ Head-Fier
Heads up! I have thought about this but just wanted to let you know that it's against the rules to pay using wires. Why not use PayPal instead?
 
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