[UntilThen]

xDDDD

But size does not matter, in fact I am probably more interested in the little brother (6080?) right next to your palm-filling monster in the first picture.
What is the difference, by the way?

Omg do you not read all my posts? You're missing out Mr Tunkejazz.

Here, I shall refer you to my power tubes thesis.
https://www.head-fi.org/f/threads/f...rt-please-read-first-post-for-summary.813488/

In particular, I shall quote UT ......

GEC 6080 - ha a pretender to the throne, he almost succeeded but not quite. Might have the same GEC name but not really there compared to big brother GEC 6as7g. However at this level, you're comparing Lamborghini and Ferrari. For layman like me, I'll drive either one without complaining. Unfortunately I'm not a layman, so my vote is the GEC 6as7g.

 

[UntilThen]

But size does not matter,

I really do not know how to reply to this. I'm not even going to try.

 

[Tunkejazz]

Omg do you not read all my posts? You're missing out Mr Tunkejazz.

Here, I shall refer you to my power tubes thesis.
https://www.head-fi.org/f/threads/feliks-audio-elise-impressions-thread-–-a-new-start-please-read-first-post-for-summary.813488/

In particular, I shall quote UT ......

GEC 6080 - ha a pretender to the throne, he almost succeeded but not quite. Might have the same GEC name but not really there compared to big brother GEC 6as7g. However at this level, you're comparing Lamborghini and Ferrari. For layman like me, I'll drive either one without complaining. Unfortunately I'm not a layman, so my vote is the GEC 6as7g.

That is a hell of a bad ass big brother...
Thanks for the link.

I really do not know how to reply to this. I'm not even going to try.

Yes, we better leave it as it is

 

[pctazhp]

I see. So now I'm financing a worldwide loaner program of any and every crazy idea UT comes up with. I'm retiring to Santorini Island - which BTW is where I lost my JVC video camera like the one in the first Back to the Future movie

 

[UntilThen]

That is a hell of a bad ass big brother...

Thank you. 'A man odd to know how to accept a compliment and how to give one too.' That's my quote.

 

[UntilThen]

I see. So now I'm financing a worldwide loaner program of any and every crazy idea UT comes up with. I'm retiring to Santorini Island - which BTW is where I lost my JVC video camera like the one in the first Back to the Future movie

If you ever doubt me again, don't. I want you to look at this picture and think about the words carefully.

 

[Oskari]

Please Oskari, I was in a sombre mood all yesterday afternoon after listening to your videos..... that only went away after I listen to Taylor Swift and watch Miley Cyrus twerking.

I'm sorry I forgot the antidote:

 

[UntilThen]

RCA 6AS7G

All right, let's get back on topic and that means either Euforia, Elise, tubes, headphones or DACs.....

Today I'm going to convince you that this is the best value power tube you can get for your OTL amp. Never mind that the amp in the picture is not Euforia. Just think of it as the Malice.

RCA 6as7g is the epitome of the qualities in a 6as7. Scale, grandeur, warmth. lushness, timbre, big bottom perfection, smooth out your HD800 and T1.

Remember there is a commonality between the RCA 6as7g and GEC 6as7g. One is made in America and the other made in United Kingdom. They both spot the designation 6as7. Grab a pair please, if you're a self respecting tube roller.

Ps.... remember they turn your HD800 into LCD2.2



Omg, Malice sounds so good, I'm cringing.

 

[hypnos1]

@hypnos1 Based on everything I've seen I think you and UT both call things as you hear them without a lot of bias. I think Schiit is going to be at London CamJam. Maybe you can listen to Yiggy if you have a chance and let us know what you think in comparison to Hugo2. Let the chips fall where they may - I always say.

Of course you're right, pct....I'm sure we would both be as impartial as is humanly possible...(but aren't we humans dreadfully flawed, lol?!!! ...hence my plea to Oskari!!! ...).

As for trying to achieve any kind of accurate, meaningful assessment at such venues as CanJam...extremely unlikely, I fear!! Different gear/environment/ambient noise etc.etc....no way Jose, alas! Plus, I doubt the Chord stands are right next to Ssshhhh, and certainly won't be using identical setups! Plus, I don't intend carting my 24kg ASF3000 and Euforia + T1s from the East Coast across London to Westminster...not even for you wonderful guys, I'm afraid!!! The only reason I'm going at all is to meet up with Lukasz and family, plus swap notes with Acapella11 (who probably will be able to assess the two DACs far better than I!), and hopefully other members I manage to recognise from past local meets.
However, I shall indeed try my best to get some idea at least of their respective merits...wish me luck lol!!

If anybody wonders what that was:

Thanks once again O for the reminder...and pay no heed to those who have no soul!!! ...

After 'we' buy the power station, we'll buy these Tung Sauce. I say 'we' because from here on, it's joint venture, irrespective of our preference. That means we have to buy both 'Hugo 2' and 'Yggdrasil' (you hear that @hypnos1 ? ) and put it on the loaner program for all readers here to sample and give their opinion. Btw, those on the loaner program need to pay $200 as membership fee. @connieflyer you're in charge of the loaner program.

Also on the loaner program are an upgraded Elise and Euforia, Tung Sol 6sn7gt BGRP and GEC 6as7g, Focal Utopia, Abyss AB-1266, that even grandma appreciates....

Hmmm UT...methinks it would need to be 2 thousand dollars membership lol!! But on second thoughts, with @connieflyer in charge, methinks Connor might just be getting a few diamond-studded collars for Christmas!!!...(lucky pooch!)...

 

[UntilThen]

As for trying to achieve any kind of accurate, meaningful assessment at such venues as CanJam...extremely unlikely, I fear!!

I agree 100%. For your info, at the last Sydney meet, I audition the Yggdrasil and Ragnorak combo with HD800 and MrSpeaker Ether Flow C with Chord Hugo TT.

Now, I was not impressed with either BUT when I walk back to my setup with the humble NAD d1050, Euforia and Focal Utopia, I had the Xanadu moment.

However now in the confines of my executive chair and L-shaped desk in my Oval Office in the Blue Room, this setup left me gasping for breath.

Onkyo transport > Yggdrasil > Euforia > Sylvania 6sn7w + Gec 6as7g > HD800.

Powered by solar of course and running wireless.

Ps.... as I'm writing this and listening to Malice, I'm reminded that there ARE other alien lives out there.

 

[connieflyer]

Thanks for all the votes of confidence. I shall clear a space for all the in coming equipment, and Conner thanks you as well, he is now going to be the Musketeers security service. Please be aware, he does not sleep with both eyes closed, and can wield my katana better than I .

 

[connieflyer]

Hmmm UT...methinks it would need to be 2 thousand dollars membership lol!! But on second thoughts, with @connieflyer in charge, methinks Connor might just be getting a few diamond-studded collars for Christmas!!!...(lucky pooch!)...[/QUOTE]

If he should still be around by then, the collar will be studded with Emeralds, diamonds are so ordinary!

 

[UntilThen]

Thanks for all the votes of confidence. I shall clear a space for all the in coming equipment, and Conner thanks you as well, he is now going to be the Musketeers security service. Please be aware, he does not sleep with both eyes closed, and can wield my katana better than I .

Ummmm .... not to burst your bubble. You were given that because you had no portfolio yet. Btw I might send Finn to help. 2 dogs is better than 1,

 

[pctazhp]

Sorry I have missed all the pearls of wisdom that have been flowing for the past several hours. I have been occupied contemplating the foundation of truly great men while sitting in the theater watching Cars 3. The movie was somewhat over my head, but while thinking of greatness I realized that I merely had to look within. When I got out of the theater it was 115F and my protective circuit kicked in. I needed to find the least mentally challenging activity I could think of. Which is why I logged in here.

Edit: Sorry I forgot to provide my critique of the movie. It's like Ben Hur with a smiley face.

 

[pctazhp]

One great benefit of HeadFi is how much we can learn from others. I haven't been in a brick and mortars stereo store in years. I wasn't sure they even still existed. But I just realized there is a Focal dealer about 3 miles from where I live with a Utopia in stock. He also carries McIntosh, Audio Research and Wilson Speakers. Fortunately, I can learn from UT's recent visit to Addicted to Audio to avoid like a plague the area of Scottsdale where that dealer is located. Thank you UT