[bmfmarius]

Qutest 2volt output big improvement using Rega Elex-R amp.

Can you elaborate?!
I have the same amp.., with Mojo, on 3V output ( desktop mode)!
Rega states that the amp can receive 10V max!
I think it's better with 3V! Or Maybe Mojo has been optimised for 3V!

 

[x RELIC x]

From the above statement, this what I understand. The Qutest has similar circuit as the Hugo 2 but with Mojo opamp stage...
Am I right?

The WTA filter and Pulse Array DAC seem to be the exact same as Hugo2 (only Rob can 100% confirm), but the OP stage is based off of the Mojo is how I understand it.

 

[Zzt231gr]

I wouldn’t have posted otherwise.

Watts statement is confusing though ...

 

[SearchOfSub]

@Hummer25 Just got my second Croft 25R/7R combo for my latest Harbeth P3ESRs. Full circle and not sure why I left. Qutest arrives soon and hope it’s a good marriage. 20X2L to Audio Note SUT to the 25R is sublime. Ran the pre out to the HDV 820/HD800s. Wow x5. Would hope with one of the filters on the Qutest I’ll find a good match. The Dac out of the HDV 820 isn’t half bad.

Anyone hear the Sony SS-NA5ES?

 

[kovacs]

^^Thank you.So,I might buy a new transport.

I am also a click away from buying Belden 1694A with Canare 75Ω RCA to Canare BNC.Your comparison would be crucial for me.

Hey man, I just compared the Optical vs. the RCA output from the Cambridge CXC transport, both sound good, but I prefer the RCA to BNC cable over the optical connection, seems to sound fuller and has a better soundstage. Not sure how much is down to the cables ( Oehlbach optical cable and Ghent Audio RCA to BNC 75 Ohm cable ) and how much is the connection type, but I think the RCA to BNC cable sounds better. Just my 2 cents... I don’t think you can go wrong with the Belden.

Also compared the 4 filters, with the CD’s I’ve tried I definitely prefered the White ( Incisive neutral ) filter, doesn’t sound too bright to me, just well extended and detailed. I’m using a tube amp, so that may do some high frequency filtering on its own. Haven’t tried high resolution files yet, tried to use a DVD player as a SACD player but can’t get any sound, not sure what I’m doing wrong.

 

[Zzt231gr]

Hey man, I just compared the Optical vs. the RCA output from the Cambridge CXC transport, both sound good, but I prefer the RCA to BNC cable over the optical connection, seems to sound fuller and has a better soundstage, not sure how much is down to the cables ( Oehlbach optical cable and Ghent Audio RCA to BNC 75 Ohm cable ) and how much is the connection type. Also not sure if I would get the same result in a blind test, but I think the RCA to BNC cable sounds better. Just my 2 cents... I don’t think you can go wrong with the Belden.

Also compared the 4 filters, with the CD’s I’ve tried I definitely prefered the White ( Incisive neutral ) filter, doesn’t sound too bright to me, just well extended and detailed. I’m using a tube amp, so that may do some high frequency filtering on its own. Haven’t tried high resolution files yet, tried to use a DVD player as a SACD player but can’t get any sound, not sure what I’m doing wrong.

The result is as I expected.I don't think that the cables are the deal.I'm pretty sure it is the connection type!

Sacd won't deliver digital signal through Optical neither BNC.It is copyright issue.

 

[jayz]

Do YOU ( see I can use a condescending tone as well ) really believe they spend much on R&D for the power supply, if they did it wouldn’t look like this. They clearly picked one from a catalog, no need to reinvent the wheel when you have hundreds of models already available on the chinese market.

It is about R&D for the DAC. Any other manufacturer will have priced this level of DAC performance double what Chord is asking for IMO. Qutest is priced within reach of a wider audience. Anyway, Qutest is meant to be carrying better power regulation electronics so the stock supply is supposed to be adequate. We have been through this discussion many times but there is a possibility other components in the system could be susceptible to switch mode noise so another supply might be better suited in such cases.

I started off my journey in audio blindly following the norm - at one point I had separate Isotek power conditioners for individual monoblock amps plus a separate conditioner for the rack full of electronics connected to each other with shiny fat cables of different shapes. These days however, the Qutest feeds directly to active speakers and powered using two £30 Tacima CS947 power strips and this setup sounds significantly better that what I had. So I have learnt to put the pennies where it matters most.

 

[Zzt231gr]

^^I totally agree.But is there a definitive answer if an aftermarket PSU helps Qutest sound better??

 

[jayz]

^^I totally agree.But is there a definitive answer if an aftermarket PSU helps Qutest sound better??

I haven't heard of anyone doing an exhaustive/repeatable test to check although some have reported they heard improvements with another power supply while some others reported they did not hear a benefit. Best option might be to try it out in your system and maybe return it within trial period if it makes no difference.

 

[azabu]

^^I totally agree.But is there a definitive answer if an aftermarket PSU helps Qutest sound better??

I'm using the Uptone LPS 1.2 and the regular Regen and it's a worthwhile improvement.

have a look on CA for more consensus.

Uptone LPS 1.2 and Iso Regen bundle:
https://uptoneaudio.com/products/iso-regen?variant=37469467788

DC29 Oyaide DC-2.1G/2.5G to USB(2.0) DC Cable:
http://www.ghentaudio.com/part/dc29.html

 

[soares]

I will report aa soon my Qutest arrives, hopefully by the end of this week.

 

[Zzt231gr]

I'm using the Uptone LPS 1.2 and the regular Regen and it's a worthwhile improvement.

have a look on CA for more consensus.

Uptone LPS 1.2 and Iso Regen bundle:
https://uptoneaudio.com/products/iso-regen?variant=37469467788

DC29 Oyaide DC-2.1G/2.5G to USB(2.0) DC Cable:
http://www.ghentaudio.com/part/dc29.html

Are these for improving USB signal?I will feed my Qutest solely through Optical and Coaxial.

 

[azabu]

Are these for improving USB signal?I will feed my Qutest solely through Optical and Coaxial.

yes, Iso-regen is for USB.

then just LPS 1.2 or JS-2 linear power supplies. I was impressed with the LPS 1.2, enough to order the JS-2.

 

[Zzt231gr]

^^Any links,please?

 

[daredevil_kk]

^^I totally agree.But is there a definitive answer if an aftermarket PSU helps Qutest sound better??

Only if you have a noisy or sensitive power supply circuit, then yes or else save your money for the main items.