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Fall 2019 Southeast Michigan Meet Impressions
Good to see everyone again. Now I know I need to get my hands on the the Verite but I'm focused on getting subs for my stereo setup. -
Southeast Michigan Meeting on 10/19/2019
Last year was my first. We were all newbs at one point. Hope to see ya there.- devante1977
- Post #42
- Forum: Local / Regional Head-Fi Meets, Parties, Get-Togethers
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
I don't miss the THX at all. I can always switch to high power mode in the ADI-2 (I mean, how loud do I really need to listen to music in my headphones...I still need my hearing). I can EQ the sound exactly the way I want. There is a learning curve to the interface but honestly if I can do it...- devante1977
- Post #1,052
- Forum: Dedicated Source Components
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
Short end of it - Improvement in dynamics was there since there was added juice to the sound chain but going "balanced", but I experienced no change in soundstage. An awesome match with the LCD-X. To say there is transparency/clarity/neutrality is a given and if that is your aim, you will hit...- devante1977
- Post #1,051
- Forum: Dedicated Source Components
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
I have the LCD-x and combined with the ADI-2 DAC this is my complete desktop setup. Former Jotunheim and THX 789 AAA owner.- devante1977
- Post #1,048
- Forum: Dedicated Source Components
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
As someone that used to connect the 789 to the RME, I can say that the power was welcomed but I'm not totally convinced it added anything substantial (meaning I wasn't disappointed but at the same time, I wasn't blown away). I use the LCD-X headphones and those are not hard to drive so YMMV...- devante1977
- Post #1,002
- Forum: Dedicated Source Components
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Massdrop x THX AAA™ 789 Linear Amplifier - Impressions Thread
Agree with all this as well being an owner of both. By no means is the Jot a bad amp to me its still very good. I only have the amp in black, no dac with the Jot. I use a separate device for that. As for sound, again...that's a personal preference. I prefer the front layout more. There are...- devante1977
- Post #857
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Massdrop x THX AAA™ 789 Linear Amplifier - Impressions Thread
I can second the LCD-X recommendation via 4pin XLR.- devante1977
- Post #838
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
The forums at RME have a few threads that discuss something like this. Considering the capabilities in regards to loudness and EQing I don't think you would need to crank your adi-2 to its max. I don't with my Jotunheim. https://www.forum.rme-audio.de/viewtopic.php?id=28008...- devante1977
- Post #659
- Forum: Dedicated Source Components
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Massdrop x THX AAA™ 789 Linear Amplifier - Impressions Thread
If you have a fed ex store by you , you can have them send it there to pick up yourself if security is a concern. I did that for a guitar since no one would have been home to sign for it.- devante1977
- Post #683
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Massdrop x THX AAA™ 789 Linear Amplifier - Impressions Thread
Yeah. Massdrop service has been solid since I have started using them. Googlad to hear you dig them. My most recent fed ex update says it comes in Monday- devante1977
- Post #681
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Massdrop x THX AAA™ 789 Linear Amplifier - Impressions Thread
I expect them monday or wednesday. Massdrop is good at sending them out its just the accuracy of these shipping tracking sites can be downright laughable. Having said that...they aren't as inaccurate as USPS- devante1977
- Post #678
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Massdrop x THX AAA™ 789 Linear Amplifier - Impressions Thread
Yeah...when massdrop says they shipped they most likely send you that notice when the label is printed...but nothing physical went out. Which in turns sends a notice to FedEx letting you (and me, I did expedited as well) that they received the shipping info, maybe even actually have it on hand...- devante1977
- Post #676
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Massdrop x THX AAA™ 789 Linear Amplifier - Impressions Thread
I didn't say you did. I was clarifying what Fed Ex means by expedited vs actual next day delivery and setting a realistic expectation.- devante1977
- Post #674
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Massdrop x THX AAA™ 789 Linear Amplifier - Impressions Thread
Expedited shipping is not next day air. No way they would ship something in less than 24 hours for 15 dollars- devante1977
- Post #672
- Forum: Headphone Amps (full-size)
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Audeze LCD-X
I have the Jotunheim but use that as an amp only. But either the balanced or multibit dac is a great way to go from people I know who use that with LCD-X or an equivalent/comparable headphone. I just ordered the Massdrop THX AAA 789 and look forward to comparing that and my Jotun with my...- devante1977
- Post #10,717
- Forum: High-end Audio Forum
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
I hear you, but I have zero desire to fall into "gear acquisition syndrome" such as in my life of a below-adequate-guitar player and how GAS can get you into trouble here (amps, pedals, other guitars, etc). I only have so much time, money and energy I want to spend into this because that is...- devante1977
- Post #586
- Forum: Dedicated Source Components
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
well it's my end game...conditioned satisfaction or not.- devante1977
- Post #580
- Forum: Dedicated Source Components
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
as my signature states. No experience outside of headphones since I am currently evaluating/researching for near field monitors to complete my "end game" desktop listening setup.- devante1977
- Post #575
- Forum: Dedicated Source Components
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Fall 2018 Southeast Michigan Meet Impressions
agreed. the was some amazing sound -
Fall 2018 Southeast Michigan Meet Impressions
FIrst meet for myself as well. I really enjoyed it and was great to meet folks who enjoy the same hobby I do. The folks at Paulsons were great as well. Thanks to them and John for making this happen. I hope to see you all then as well as some new faces. I hope to also have a good amp to share... -
South East Michigan meet?
Check your PMs. You were asking about a certain pair of cans that were for sale but they weren't mine...they were JEspina456. Sorry for the confusion. It was nice meeting you today...all of you, in fact. Thanks for letting me demo the gear.- devante1977
- Post #178
- Forum: Local / Regional Head-Fi Meets, Parties, Get-Togethers
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RME ADI-2 DAC Thread
I demo'd the mytek brooklyn dac+ at a retailer and it was awesome...if you are trying to justify or compare the price, it really depends on how important those features are to you. Personally, I went the RME route due to price (bought it at a used price) and what I needed, then went on to...- devante1977
- Post #487
- Forum: Dedicated Source Components