[spookanide]

Have someone compare violectric v280fe via balanced vs gustard h10? Headphones lcd2c, is v280fe have better soundstage width?

I'm a V200 owner myself and the presentation is pretty horseshoe shaped overall where a burson soloist would be paint more of a stage in front of the listener like speakers (exaggerating a little here to give you an idea). The v200 design is from the same era as the v280, so that might give you an idea. I'm not entirely sure what you'd call 'better width' for an amp though. The V200 (and other Violectrics) certainly feels like the final word on planar bass if you enjoy that (and I do).

 

[hikaru12]

This has probably been asked a bunch of times but what combo for $1k to get the most quantity of bass and smooth, clear mids? I currently am using a HDV820 that can put around 2W max but overkill never hurts. AIO is preferred as this is a secondary system.

 

[spookanide]

This has probably been asked a bunch of times but what combo for $1k to get the most quantity of bass and smooth, clear mids? I currently am using a HDV820 that can put around 2W max but overkill never hurts. AIO is preferred as this is a secondary system.

I'd go for a burrbrown based DAC combined with an ifi iCAN SE. I love that little amp and they can be had for cheap 2nd hand.

 

[hikaru12]

I'd go for a burrbrown based DAC combined with an ifi iCAN SE. I love that little amp and they can be had for cheap 2nd hand.

I had it - didn’t sound like a typical Burr Brown - was very clear and a bit harsh to my ears. I’m used to darker R2R Dacs.

 

[iFi audio]

didn’t sound like a typical Burr Brown - was very clear and a bit harsh to my ears. I’m used to darker R2R Dacs.

I hear you regarding the general R2R flavor and some of such products can be perceived as a bit darkish, but our Burr-Brown implementations are on the warmer and denser side rather than clear and harsh

 

[Sibloo]

Hello all, I have been using the lcd2 classic on the headphone out of a Naim xs2, would they benefit from using a specialised headphone amp instead? It 's the same class A amp as the Supernait 2 apparently, but I don't know how that compares to a dac/headphone amp? If so how much should I spend to improve upon it, and any makes that stand out right now?

 

[Deleeh]

Hello,
the hybrid amplifier on Monoprice Liquid Platinum is one of the reasonable amplifiers to drive the Lcd 2C.
It will be superior to your Naim xs2, which is probably not optimised for headphones.

Do you already have a Dac or do you prefer to use a different source?

 

[iFi audio]

Hello all, I have been using the lcd2 classic on the headphone out of a Naim xs2, would they benefit from using a specialised headphone amp instead?

It depends on an amp, I think. Probably there aren't many people who own your Naim, so if I were you I'd have a think about what I dislike or would like to change in your LCD-2's performance. IIRC their sound is fairly thick and bassy, so a quick amp that would open them up is my bet.

 

[Sibloo]

Hello,
the hybrid amplifier on Monoprice Liquid Platinum is one of the reasonable amplifiers to drive the Lcd 2C.
It will be superior to your Naim xs2, which is probably not optimised for headphones.

Do you already have a Dac or do you prefer to use a different source?

Hiya, thanks for that, I need a dac by the looks of it, I have an old Naim cd3 that has no inputs so yeah. The headphone amp of the XS2 should be pretty decent, my CD player sounds good through it. I just want to get a load of my cd's uploaded into flac and play them through it, so looking at options. Most dacs seem to come with a headphone amp don't they? I looked at reviews of the monoprice you mention, it looks a nice piece of kit, but most seem to think it excels with accoustic and my taste is mostly electronic, so I need something with a fast attack and good bass and preferably without the headphone amp? Any ideas? I'm based in the UK too, so it needs to be sourced here. Many thanks

 

[Sibloo]

It depends on an amp, I think. Probably there aren't many people who own your Naim, so if I were you I'd have a think about what I dislike or would like to change in your LCD-2's performance. IIRC their sound is fairly thick and bassy, so a quick amp that would open them up is my bet.

Hiya, it's a very popular amp in the UK, superceded by the XS3 now. As I said above I really need a Dac to connect to my XS2, any ideas for options in the UK? Many thanks

 

[Deleeh]

Yes, then I would go straight for the Ifi Dac Signature that you get in England.
And it's technically up to date.

It's a good Dac for beginners and even better than the Topping E30.

However, I can only talk about the Hip Dac 2, but tonally it is certainly in the same direction with the Signature, probably a good corner better.

If you want to hold on to your Naim, it's the Dac itself.
Otherwise, Ify has other products in its range such as the Zen can, Zen Dac, which are also suitable for beginners.

For planar headphones, however, a hybrid amplifier is always the better choice. Unfortunately, it is also very limited on the market.
The Liquid Platinum is simply very popular and suitable in the scene.
It also harmonises very well with the Lcd2C.

Otherwise, there is the Rupert Neve amplifier, which is also solid, but not quite as good as a hybrid amplifier.

If you really want to get the best value, take a look at the Little Dot 1+ hybrid amplifier, replace the standard tubes with 2 Ef94 Brimar tubes and enjoy.

 

[larcenasb]

Has anyone here tried vintage receivers with their LCD-2? So far, out of the Lyr, various Fiio amp/dacs, and the Cavali Liquid Fire, my Pioneer SX-850 has paired the best with my LCD-2f.

I know I’m replying to an older post, but I agree in general. My Yammie CR-1020 vintage receiver has a fabulous and powerful headphone out as well. Huge power transformer….and resistors off the speaker taps—not just a cheap add-in headphone amp board like we see in today’s receivers. Goes to show how much quality you can get if you find an in-good-condition vintage receiver. Cheers and hope you’re still enjoying your Pio.