post plenty of pics guys
PC -> Grace Design m903 -> Van Den Hul "The Name" RCA Interconnect -> Stratus -> HD800 (DHC Molecule)
I'm surprised how loud the Stratus can go at, with the volume knob at 0, it gets pretty loud even at 1
post plenty of pics guys
I am using the stock 6N1P tube. Can someone offer a recommendation for an upgrade. I looked on ebay for a cyroset 6N1P without much luck and I am not sure how to purchase this tube or if it is different from the stock tube.
Thanks for your help!
Been trying this setup the last couple of days, Sophia 274B + 2A3 and cyroset 6N1P. The results have been good as the setup seems to portray warm and lush sounding on the HD800 though it seems to lack the bass punch.
Not sure if it is me but the NOS RCA 5U4G with Sophia 2A3 does not sound so good as it sounded a little too lush to my ears.
The EML mesh plate rectifier is a good choice for more bass punch. The U52 will offer more treble refinement over the Sophia 274b but with similar low end performance. Personally I like the Philips 5r4gys for bass punch, though it adds sizzle.
If that doesn't work, change the 2A3. It has a greater effect on bass more than the rectifier anyway. The two 2A3's that seem to get mentioned in regards to bass performance are the EML solids and JJ's. Unfortunately I haven't the pleasure of listening to either.
Yay, my upgraded Stratus is coming home tomorrow!
in what way upgraded?
I have one of the earlier ones (#11); so for me it's upgraded and the amp is now "current". BTW, when are you getting your Stratus in?
end of September maybe October
I'm excited for you, MC. It feels like you've been waiting forever. It's worth the wait though!
I just wish I could find one of these mythical U52's.
Yea I will be on the Hunt for one as well but I will get the EML 5u4g first and Sophia 2A3. I plan on getting the new Schiit Ygg to pair with the Stratus and hopefully they will sing together.