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The New Enleum AMP-23R Amplifier (Successor to Bakoon AMP-13R) Thread
I had both, and I preferred the 23R. I only had one AHB2 but I don't think 2 would have made much difference since it was the sound characteristic of the AHB2 that I never warmed up to. I tried the Benchmark amp with several preamps including the LTA reference preamp, Woo Audio WA23 Luna, and...- SteveM324
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- Forum: High-end Audio Forum
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MEZE AUDIO ELITE - The New Isodynamic Hybrid Array Headphone - official thread
I have 3 pairs of pads for the Elites, the original alcantara, the hybrids and the thick alcantara angled pads. I still prefer the hybrids by far.- SteveM324
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Any old fart head-fi'ers still around?
Still here after over 20 years. I've been into high end headphones since buying my AKG K340 headphone in 1992 that I recently sold after about 32 years of ownership. I listen more to my speakers these days but I still enjoy headphone listening from time to time.- SteveM324
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- Forum: Members' Lounge (General Discussion)
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Dan Clark Audio EXPANSE Review: Interview, Measurements, Impressions
No odor issue with my Expanse.- SteveM324
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For Sale Nordost Original Heimdall Interconnects XLR and RCA
- Price
- 200.00 USD
- Condition
- Good
- Negotiability
- Or best offer
- Ships to
- United States of America
I'm the original owner of these Heimdall interconnects (original version). I have 6 interconnects for sale (4 sold within a few hours of posting) in the following length and type: XLR Balanced interconnects: 1 pair 1m long (actual length is about 44 inches) - SOLD 2 pairs 1.5m long (actual...- SteveM324
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Dan Clark Audio EXPANSE Review: Interview, Measurements, Impressions
I was comparing my Expanse to my Susvara this afternoon. My system is an Aurender W20SE > Holo May KTE > Auris Nirvana > Expanse/Susvara. I also tried my Holo Bliss KTE but I much prefer the Nirvana with NOS Mullard EL34 and a RCA 12AU7. The Susvara produced a larger soundstage but I prefer...- SteveM324
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ZMF Caldera Closed
Any pics of the LTD Shedua wood CC?- SteveM324
- Post #84
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ZMF Caldera Closed
I love innovation and daring new designs but …. the CC cup design isn’t one of them. It would be great if Zach could have 2 CCs, one a conventional round design like the AC and the other with that triangle thingy. Though it’s probably just wishful thinking on my part.- SteveM324
- Post #58
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ZMF Caldera Closed
I agree in terms of looks. I much prefer the rounded cups to the triangular shape. I greatly prefer the looks of the AC or VC to the CC. From the pictures, the Queensland maple looks the best. Maybe a stabilized version would look good. I’ve only owned 1 high end closed headphone, the...- SteveM324
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RAAL 1995 headphones, Magna and Immanis
Any CanJam impressions of the 2 new headphones?- SteveM324
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RAAL 1995 headphones, Magna and Immanis
IMO, the First Watt or Pass Labs class A amps are much better than the AHB2. I sold my AHB2 last year after trying it with several preamps including my Holo Audio Serene, LTA Microzotl Reference Preamp, and McIntosh C2600 vacuum tube preamp. I also bought a DHC custom made C15 cable with...- SteveM324
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RAAL 1995 headphones, Magna and Immanis
"Torn Between Two Lovers"- SteveM324
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RAAL 1995 headphones, Magna and Immanis
I'm thinking of placing an order for 1 of the 2 new headphone systems but I have a few questions. I prefer a warm full body unfatiguing sound, detail retrieval is secondary for my preferences. Which of the 2 new headphones will be better for my preferences? For reference, I tried the SR-1a...- SteveM324
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T+A Solitaire P planar magnetostatic
Nice clean setup! I wonder if that stand is available in the USA? Can you provide information on the stand (brand, dimensions, etc)? Thanks!- SteveM324
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Feedback by 'SteveM324' on listing 'Norne Silvergarde S3 Balanced Extension Cable 10ft'
Great buyer, very fast payment, excellent communicator. Highly recommended!- SteveM324
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Feedback by 'SteveM324' on listing 'Wywires Platinum headphone cable4 pin XLR to mini XLRs 63 inches long'
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Feedback by 'SteveM324' on listing 'AKG K340 Headphile Modded'
Excellent buyer, quick payment and great communicator! Highly recommended!- SteveM324
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Feedback by 'SteveM324' on listing 'Norne Silvergarde S3 headphone cable with 4 pin XLR and mini XLRs 6 feet'
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Feedback by 'SteveM324' on listing 'Double Helix Complement 2 with 4 pin XLR and mini XLR headphone connectors'
Excellent buyer, paid quickly, smooth transaction. Highly recommended!- SteveM324
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RAAL 1995 headphones, Magna and Immanis
Actually I use the WA23 by itself as a headphone amp and as a preamp to my Enleum 23R. I also use a Audio By Van Alstine FET Valve CF vacuum tube preamp (much less than $3K) for my Bliss. I'm sure there are a lot of high quality tube preamps available in EU that don't cost as much as the...- SteveM324
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RAAL 1995 headphones, Magna and Immanis
You can always get a tube preamp to use with the Bliss. I use a tube preamp as a source to my Bliss and it takes it to a higher level imo. It's like having a powerful hybrid headphone amp. The tube preamp adds a touch of warmth, expands the soundstage and definitely adds liquidity to the...- SteveM324
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RAAL 1995 headphones, Magna and Immanis
Will RAAL be at the 2024 Axpona Show with the Magna and Immanis?- SteveM324
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ZMF Caldera - New Planar Magnetic from ZMF!
Thanks so much for the detailed response. I think that our preferences are similar so I may just go ahead and place my order later this week.- SteveM324
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- Forum: High-end Audio Forum