Cypher Labs Algorhythm Duet

[AnakChan]

The CLAS stack is still a very good setup but it's largely overshadowed by the newer components like Hugo & Flow.

 

[Poimandres]

Well there will always be something newer.....I think this is my end game.....for a while at least.

 

[Bonesy Jonesy]

The CLAS stack is still a very good setup but it's largely overshadowed by the newer components like Hugo & Flow.

I think the  Cypher Labs db DAC and Duet amp both running fully balanced sounds better than the Hugo having heard the Hugo with HD800's and LCD3's and I am a big Chord Electronics fan !  

 

[x RELIC x]

I think the  Cypher Labs db DAC and Duet amp both running fully balanced sounds better than the Hugo having heard the Hugo with HD800's and LCD3's and I am a big Chord Electronics fan !  

That's a mighty big statement!

 

[Poimandres]

I have never heard the Hugo however I wouldn't have a hard time believing it.

The CLAS Stack definitely is top shelf in terms of both build and sound quality, it surpasses anything I have previously owned. I can't remember ever enjoying music this much.

 

[Poimandres]

Just out of curiosity, does the Duet feature an op-amp or is it fully discrete? 

It is not discreet and uses an op amp.

 

[Poimandres]

I must say as great as the Duet and the HD650 sound single ended, it sounds even better balanced.  I unsuccessfully tried to upgrade my stock hd650 cable and ended up purchasing a silver plated copper kobiconn balanced cable from Ted.  Completely floored by the sound, I suspect it is more to do with the fact that I am balanced and have additional power than because of the silver plated copper.  The cable however is great, I only wish that the outer sheathing was black, I will get used to the tan though 
 
Dire Straits has never sounded so f'n good, time to re-discover all of my redbooks!  Kudos to David at Cypher Labs and also Ted at headphone lounge!

 

[AnakChan]

  I must say as great as the Duet and the HD650 sound single ended, it sounds even better balanced.  I unsuccessfully tried to upgrade my stock hd650 cable and ended up purchasing a silver plated copper kobiconn balanced cable from Ted.  Completely floored by the sound, I suspect it is more to do with the fact that I am balanced and have additional power than because of the silver plated copper.  The cable however is great, I only wish that the outer sheathing was black, I will get used to the tan though 
 
Dire Straits has never sounded so f'n good, time to re-discover all of my redbooks!  Kudos to David at Cypher Labs and also Ted at headphone lounge!

What did you have before your Duet?

 

[Poimandres]

Quite a bit all single ended though. Check my signature.

 

[Poimandres]

Does the duet have enough power in balanced mode for the alpha primes?

 

[FiJAAS]

So I plan to get the duet and -dB to pair with my ipc. Would the Beyerdynamic 1350 be a great headphone to start off with it?

 

[Ultrainferno]

Imo the DT1350 doesn't really need the Duet, but it's an excellent setup for later full sized headphones

 

[FiJAAS]

Imo the DT1350 doesn't really need the Duet, but it's an excellent setup for later full sized headphones

Oh okay. I plan to get a pair of Audeze later in the year. What's a good full sized starter headphone around $250 that would pair well with the setup? Closed back would be great.

 

[Poimandres]

Stretch a little and go open, grab the hd600 or 650's. Stretch a little more and stay closed and take advantage of the mr speakers sale on the alpha dogs or alpha primes.

 

[Ultrainferno]

Or the EL8s