Headstage Arrow HE: Reviews, Impressions, Perceptions & Sensations
May 15, 2013 at 12:05 PM Post #2,596 of 4,123

 
4T came in yesterday. I'm really impressed with the added treble boost over the 3G model. The power remains pretty similar to past models though, and it can power the K701 and K702 at the same time, but be warned it works best if using headphones of the same impendence. 
 
May 15, 2013 at 12:13 PM Post #2,597 of 4,123
Anyone know where Robert gets hold of those small mini-mini's?
 
May 17, 2013 at 6:10 AM Post #2,600 of 4,123
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4T came in yesterday. I'm really impressed with the added treble boost over the 3G model. The power remains pretty similar to past models though, and it can power the K701 and K702 at the same time, but be warned it works best if using headphones of the same impendence. 

 


Could you compare the bass level between the 4T and the 3G?
 
May 17, 2013 at 6:34 AM Post #2,601 of 4,123
I just my 4T and its great with my ER4P with Shure olives... My Etys have bass!
 
May 18, 2013 at 7:34 AM Post #2,602 of 4,123
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It is important that its output impedance might be 10 Ohm 

 
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Actually I'm pretty sure it was only the original Arrow HE and 2G that had 10 ohm output impedance.  Because people wanted to use them with IEMs (and issues with the TF10 at the time), Robert changed to ~ 1ohm output impedance from the 3G.  Both 4G and 4T should be around 1 ohm.

 
 
Well - it appears we were both wrong.  I contacted Rob - and just got reply back.  He says that for the current 4G/4T, the impedance is 3-5 ohms.
 
His exact reply ......
"Hi Paul,

its about 3-5 ohm output impedance now.

Rob
"
 
May 18, 2013 at 9:19 AM Post #2,603 of 4,123
Hmm, strange.
I also always thought that its OI was 1ohm or less.
My original plan was to buy an Arrow-4 and pair it with my Fostex hpp1 for that very reason....until the Hifi-m8 came along.
 
Doesnt it have a three settings switch for different OI?
EDIT -seems like that was earlier versions.
 
May 19, 2013 at 10:26 AM Post #2,606 of 4,123
I believe that the 4T uses a different and more power demanding opamp (I can't remember which one), hence the lower battery life. The 4T should be more warmer, tube like sounding than the 4G. Otherwise they should both have the same functionality. 
 
May 19, 2013 at 2:54 PM Post #2,609 of 4,123
3G vs 4T comparison, I wish someone had both.
 
May 19, 2013 at 4:39 PM Post #2,610 of 4,123
So... after doing a lot of research on portable amps... I'm pretty decided on the Headstage Arrow 4G/T 
 
So it looks like the 4G is a bit brighter than the 4T. I'm looking at either one due to power, battery life and size. I'm going to be using it with my ASG-1 (eventually 2s) and M-100s mostly. I've already demoed the 3G with the M-100s and enjoyed it. However for general usage, I'd like the amp to be more neutral and transparent just in case I get different headphones in the future. 
 
I'll probably get the 4T, because it is easier to find/buy. Anyone have experience with them? Or any input on the sound signatures? I mean I can always adjust both in bass and treble, which is one of the focal reasons why I'm considering the Arrow HE.
 
There is a 4G is on the F/S forum now at 225 plus shipping. Is it worth it? Or should I grab the 4T at full price (and have free shipping iirc)? 
 
Thanks!
 

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