Aune T1 USB Tube DAC+ SS Amp Discussion Thread ***See first post for FAQ--Updated on 02/14/15***
Apr 17, 2015 at 1:55 PM Post #7,052 of 8,309
Give people an idea what it is you're trying to change or want more of that haven't heard that headphone. Meaning you want more bass better treble for that pair something along those lines.
 
Apr 17, 2015 at 2:07 PM Post #7,053 of 8,309
Sometimes I get a buzz on voices when there's a hard bass going on. So yeah, I'd love for that to disappear. But about coloring, well neutral tends to be my choice. But since I cant heart it beforehand, I'm tending to be ok with just the best quality possible.
 
Apr 17, 2015 at 2:20 PM Post #7,054 of 8,309
There are a lot of options under $50/tube.
 
- GE Smoked 6DJ8 is popular
- Amperex Orange Globe 6DJ8 is popular
- Also, any 6922 or E88CC is a long life tube and would last 10,000 hours on average from new.
 
Here is a GE smoked ECC88/6DJ8:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Radio-Tubes-6DJ8-ECC88-GE-NOS-/291005885372?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item43c14d6bbc
 
Here is an Amperex OG ECC88/6DJ8:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/AMPEREX-6DJ8-ECC88-ORANGE-GLOBE-VACUUM-TUBE-SINGLE-SMOOTH-SWEET-TONE-785-/321630037623?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item4ae2a4e677
 
Here is a long life, E88CC/6922 US made Amperex: (good price!)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MATCHED-PLATE-AMPEREX-6922-E88CC-USED-TUBE-TESTED-B-K-707-103-104-/281630662518?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_2&hash=item41927edf76
 
Apr 17, 2015 at 3:51 PM Post #7,055 of 8,309
   
Here is a long life, E88CC/6922 US made Amperex: (good price!)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MATCHED-PLATE-AMPEREX-6922-E88CC-USED-TUBE-TESTED-B-K-707-103-104-/281630662518?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_2&hash=item41927edf76

Thanks a bunch!! So this one is the best value, I take?
 
It's weird tho cause their shipping method is not working proper. I set the zip code in the US and it says its invalid! ¬¬ I'll have to message them. Also I have a lifelong friend in Montreal.... maybe I'll ask him for it and then he'll send me it! =D
 
Apr 17, 2015 at 4:08 PM Post #7,056 of 8,309
  Thanks a bunch!! So this one is the best value, I take?
 
It's weird tho cause their shipping method is not working proper. I set the zip code in the US and it says its invalid! ¬¬ I'll have to message them. Also I have a lifelong friend in Montreal.... maybe I'll ask him for it and then he'll send me it! =D

Very hard to say what is the best... it is a good tube that you could easily re-sell for that price if you don't like it.
 
Apr 17, 2015 at 7:13 PM Post #7,059 of 8,309
Would anyone have any recommendations on the next step up from the Aune T1 MK2, mine's starting to play up and I was thinking if there was something better for a bit more money then I may look at that instead of purchasing another Aune T1. All I really need is usb and or optical connections and something that works well with sennheiser hd650s, Any info would be much appreciated.
 
Apr 18, 2015 at 12:04 AM Post #7,061 of 8,309
dac and amp i'd say (currently i'm running my headphones through a yamaha amp while the aune is playing up), although separating them wouldn't be an issue either if it's going to be a better setup. Budget probably isn't too much of an issue, considering the aune is around $200 i'd say probably another 400-500 would be a rough estimate. Just looking to see what the next step up would be, wouldn't want to purchase another aune if there's a better alternative for a bit more.
 
Apr 18, 2015 at 3:27 PM Post #7,062 of 8,309
Well, all I can say regarding the HD-650's and sources is that they scale very well, and respond nicely to tubes. Any OTL amp would probably work very well... The most famous pairings being the Lafigaro 339 or Woo WA2. Both amps are pricey, and tubes push the cost even higher.

I'd also personally recommend the Lyr/Lyr 2 as they roll the same tubes as the Aune and have plenty of juice.

Ohh, almost forgot, the Bottlehead Crack! Get it with the speedball upgrade. Final answer. :)
 
Apr 18, 2015 at 6:44 PM Post #7,063 of 8,309
Well, all I can say regarding the HD-650's and sources is that they scale very well, and respond nicely to tubes. Any OTL amp would probably work very well... The most famous pairings being the Lafigaro 339 or Woo WA2. Both amps are pricey, and tubes push the cost even higher.

I'd also personally recommend the Lyr/Lyr 2 as they roll the same tubes as the Aune and have plenty of juice.

Ohh, almost forgot, the Bottlehead Crack! Get it with the speedball upgrade. Final answer.
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Great, thanks for the suggestions i'll check those out.
 
I have been looking at the Schiit's too, would a Valhalla 2 and Bitfrost combo be a good choice as well in comparison? Also should I expect more out of the hd 650s with what you've suggested (or with the valhalla 2 and bitfrost) in comparison to the aune?
 
Apr 18, 2015 at 7:07 PM Post #7,064 of 8,309
I started with the Aune T1 and then paired it with the bottlehead crack. I am loving life now. I doubt I ever upgrade again. The only thing I'm curious in is a WA2, I am curious about a Lyr 2 but I'm almost certain my crack outperforms that really. You can get a crack on here for sale for $350-$400 shipped at times. And look how many people call it the end game for many Sennheiser headphones, I'll tell ya there is a reason for that for sure.
 
I could've went Lyr 2 but then trust me you'll read and then I assure you, you'll want to know what the crack sounds like, so you might as well just do it right the first time and save yourself the time and money. It's not really all that much money if you have to save up the $400 and do yourself a favor you'll never regret.
 
Apr 18, 2015 at 7:08 PM Post #7,065 of 8,309
Anybody with a gold lion notice that it sounds excellent through speakers? I much prefer my 66 Jan 7308 with headphones, but through my denon preamp, and my dynaco integrated to speakers, the gold lion just sounds better. Its weird...
 

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