[fishtankfish]

Could you recommend anything from them for some HD-580s?

 

[bobeau]

I know their DAC and associated power supply are well regarded and somewhat popular, but not familiar with anyone using their headamp.

 

[kugino]

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobeau I know their DAC and associated power supply are well regarded and somewhat popular, but not familiar with anyone using their headamp.

i used to have their VDA-1/VAC-1 combo that was modwrighted and had the upgraded umbilical cord...and that setup with my old rotel 855 CD player was fantastic. i ran it through a grado RA-1 into the RS-1 and that was pure bliss...why did i ever sell that setup? i'm not sure how their headamps are, but you can't go wrong with their DAC.

 

[agile_one]

Here are a couple of recent threads:

http://www4.head-fi.org/forums/showthread.php?t=128375
http://www4.head-fi.org/forums/showthread.php?t=131530

I have a VHP amp and VAC power supply and think they are terrific with my HD650's. It is quick, powerful, and a pleasure to listen to - gives the Senns the power they need without breaking a sweat.

I think the VHP would be a great amp for HD580's too, considering how closely they are related to the 600/650's.

 

[glenmorangie]

i have the vhp-1 with vac-1 power for my sen 650 and love it

i have never owned another amp so i dont know what my opinion is worth. all i know is that i am very happy with the sound. i currently have a loaner vda-1 dac and it is the icing on the cake...but i am waiting to try out the new icing they are working on before i buy a dac from them. ciaudio has been a good company to deal with.

 

[Nospam]

I'm using the VHP-1 (and the VDA-1/VAC-1) with my HD-580... Sounds great!

Keep in mind that the only other amp I've been able to compare for any length of time is my Go-Vibe.

One of these days, I'll find the time to build some other amps and do a comparison.

 

[glenmorangie]

the vda benefits from the vac more than the vhp ?

 

[akwok]

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Originally Posted by glenmorangie the vda benefits from the vac more than the vhp ?

I would assume so.. I believe in source before amp.. but that's just me. (Garbage in, garbage out)

 

[VR6ofpain]

After reading the review in Stereophile, then the online reviews/comments, I'm really starting to think about the VHP-1. Sounds like it would drive my SR-80's well, along with some DT880's (with the higher gain button used). Versitile.

Anyone compared this amp to the Gilmore Lite. I like that both are reasonable $300-350 and Made in USA.