I think you meant to say that you want to use the the balanced output of the E50 to the balanced input on the 789, correct? You are able to use all the headphone outputs - balanced and SE - with just the balanced inputs being the source. No need to have 2 inputs on the 789, unless you have a...

If you are running them on SE output, that is a significant amount on mW lower than balanced output on the A90D. I can get in the 80/90's volume with my Fostex T50 with lager pads, on the SE output. Let us know your experience after you get the balanced cable.

I am starting to realize going with a "separate component" set-up, while intermixing brands gets confusing. While the headphone amp in the A90D is something I was interested in.... The inspiration to purchased it was to act as a preamp to my speaker amps. I am waiting on my Orchard Audio...

I do have the A90D on volume curve 1, on High gain. I was assuming that the way the R2R volume control works, handled the mW level differently. I guess its a phycological effect for me. So, the A90D has an exponential volume curve, while the other my be more linear? Is that a mathematical...

Currently using my Geshelli Labs ENOG 2 Pro DAC in the highest output voltage. I have been interested in the Denafrips Ares ii.

Question: I have had my A90 D for a week or so. Specs show some massive power through balanced headphone amp (9800 mW @ 16 ohm). However, I seem to need the volume level to be at in the 50's for a decent listening level, while my "less mW rated amps" are only @ like 9 or 10 O'clock (like at...

I would love more opinions on these 2 DACs as they are top on my list. I actually have a Geshelli ENOG 2 Pro. I think is shares the same AKM chip as the new J2 AKM.

Anyone bite on these yet?

Thanks for the option. I believe the noise is only there when the PC is on. It gets louder, and dynamic, with any graphic movement on screen. For instance just moving a window around on the desktop will cause the noise to crackle and hum louder.

I have two expensive surge protector/power cleaners plugged into to same outlet, as I read that if I plug them into 2 different outlets on the same breaker, that it can cause ground loop noise. But I will see if plugging stuff into different plugs helps and let you know. Thanks for the suggestion.

The A800 has two inputs; one R/L balanced (XLR) input, and one L/R RCA input. It will play both of them at the same time if I have to two sources playing (which I do not do). I have the PC output via optic cable into my ENOG DAC with balance output into the A800 balance input. And the TV's...

I have tried that too. Same thing happens. As soon as I have any path from my graphics card to the receiver via direct or through the TV hdmi, it creates the noise. But here is an update on my progress: I purchased an XtremPro Hi-end Ground Loop Noise Isolator/Filter from Amazon. I placed it...

Thanks for the reply, So, you think the ground noise is coming from the PC or GTX1080 itself right? This should not be a ground loop issue as all devices are plugged into the same power source (Panamax MR5100). I only see some HDMI 2.0B audio extractors not a noise isolator. I would give it a...

That is what I did with my older theater setup/Receiver, but Optic Cable does not pass threw Dolby Atmos and it only allows the PC signal to be in Stereo. One reason I spent so much money for a new setup was to use the same surround system for PC games (and it works.... just with the stupid PC...

I cannot figure out why I have PC audio noise in my speakers when using a per-out amp. So, I have an HDMI coming out of my GTX 1080 graphics card into my LG C9 TV/Monitor. I then have an arc/earc HDMI on my TV going to my Yamaha TSR-700 receiver. When I have my speakers (RP-600) hooked up to...

I had a burson conductor that had some issues and returned. I have not had a side by side comparison, but I have been very happy with THX 789 amp. Not sure of a vertical soundstage increase, but it has been cleaner and clearer in my opinion.

Good suggestion, although I have not been able to duplicate the issues when I have it set up in my home office. Must be something weird about my work office.

Just tested for both of the issues at home now, and neither are present. NO noise after pausing music and then the volume all the way up, and NO noise after letting it sit for like 20 minutes. So weird! Maybe its static electricity, or dirty power at work? I am stumped. I have never...

I will be taking my DAC/AMP home with me soon and will set it up there and see if it still does it. I moved the AMP off of the metal surface and placed it on the desk at work and it still hums after letting sit, even with the amp in off mode. I have the Mimby sitting on top of the AMP and I...

You are right! The humming stops when I touch the case... I have it placed on a metal surface here at work which causes more static electricity vs. my desk at home. I have not experienced this with my other amps in the same location. So do you think this amp is less insulated from outside...

I am running optical to the mimby as well. So, for you playing music - pausing music - and then turning the volume up all the way on high gain.. you hear no noise. The noise cuts out and stops after about 10 seconds for me.

I got my 789 last week and have had a few listening sessions now. So far I am happy with the Mimby => 789 => LCD3. However, I have noticed a couple quirks of the 789 AMP. 1. I set my headphones down with the music paused for 10-15 minutes and when I came back I heard a significant deep...

Holy Crap! I am so glad I bought them last night or I would have been pissed having the drop close today. I also wish I kept the $15 shipping and not change it to $5 shipping.

I am very curious how the Schiit Freya or Saga preamps sound with the 789. I have heard mixed reviews of those, but with such a transparent amp like the 789.... Anyone have these to test and give impressions?

Okay, so they shipped today. However, I may be going out of town right after Christmas, so with the threat that were going to ship on Christmas day... I change the shipping speed to 4 business days so they would arrive after I got back. But now they are estimated to arrive at my house the day...