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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    For HD800, I prefer the Shuguang Natural Sound 2A3s to the EML 2A3 Meshplates. The Shuguang 2A3s are more pleasant and relaxing to listen to. The EML 2A3 Meshplates can be a bit fatiguing at times with HD800.
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    Auralic Amp

    Auditioned them briefly under meeting circumstance. HD800 sounded slightly better, with fuller sound, with Master 8 to me. HE 6 sounded much better with Master 8. 
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    Auralic Amp

    Quote: An Audio-GD Master 8 would "smashes" the Auralic Taurus. 
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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    Quote: If I had a preferred color other than blue for the Stratus, I would be willing to pay a premium to get my unit in that color. However, I can hardly imagine any alternative (plain) colors that would fit the overall aesthetics of the Stratus better than the default blue when I think...
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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    Quote: Thanks a lot for the tips. I've contacted the Tube Depot for a refund.
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    Review: Resonessence Labs Invicta - new high end DAC/amp/playback system

    I'm interested in the crossfeed technology. And I'm wondering if it is possible for the Resonessence Labs to design a "crossfeed" filter, or incoporate a crossfeed feature on top on each existing filter.
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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    Quote: This is fair enough :)  And thanks for the more specific impressions. Enjoy
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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    New toy syndrome? I have both HD800 stock cable and the Q cable (terminated in 4pin XLR). On the Stratus, I don't notice much difference. I'm fond of both. And it was really pleasant doing business with Steve. Below is my earlier post on this. But of course YMMV.
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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    Quote: Now I get what you mean :)   The problem is that I am not able to make sure of this. Because I cannot see the inside of the tubes. The tubes are metal based as showed in the picture below     BTW, has anyone already tried these 5T4s on the Stratus or other amps? These are...
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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    Quote: Thanks, Solude. But could you please explain for me what do you mean by "keep it off the plates"? I just want to make sure it won't do any damage to my amp. 
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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    Quote: I'll chime in here. My current setup is the Invicta (as DAC) and the Stratus combo. I received the Invicta first, and used its integrated amp to drive my HD800 for two months before my Stratus arrived.   The integrated amp of Invicta (in single ended mode) did a fine job driving...
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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    Quote:   Thanks, fejnomit. I also checked their website. Now I get the point. Adhering them denies the purpose of the triple-micropoints design. And, BTW, I've already ordered a set of 3 micropoint footers, along with a maple platform   I'd really like to try the more expensive Magic...
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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    Mine are as follows:         I think yours are the same. Since I am currently in China, I bought it from a local dealer. I thought these were the so called "black treasure" as they are black bottled. I probably got the name (in English) wrong...  
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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    Quote: For my HD800, I have both the stock cable and a French Silk balanced (4 pin XLR) cable from Q Audio. I don't hear any noticeable difference between them on the Stratus. ( There could be subtle differences, but I have yet to carefully AB them.) With that being said, the Q cable is...
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    DNA Stratus 2A3 amplifier - first impressions

    Quote: Thank you, budx and fejmomit, for doing a lot of trails and sharing impressions and very helpful suggestions!    I am thinking about trying one of the followings first:   1). A set of three Micropoint heavy footer (not the Triplepoint one). 2). A set of three Isoblock with...
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