[Anaxilus]

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OMG its Awesome!!!!!
 
 

x2.  It's so much better!!  

 

[maverickronin]

Does anyone have the 3G yet?  I'm wondering if its still quiet with sensitive IEMs at the zero output impedance?

 

[pseudohippy]

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Does anyone have the 3G yet?  I'm wondering if its still quiet with sensitive IEMs at the zero output impedance?

The site says that they will start to ship beginning of December so it shoudnt be long now.

 

[maverickronin]

Alright then.  Thanks.

 

[Golden Monkey]

God, I sure hope so.  I ordered mine on 11/16 (#2873), and I can't stand having to wait for it!

 

[Hellenback]

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Just so everyone knows, Robert replied to my inquiry and let me know that,despite the fact the Arrow has input coupling caps, using a DIYmod/iMod/Whipmod directly with the Arrow (without output caps) would probably end up damaging the volume control.
 
 
I hope everyone who has been waiting for their arrow gets them soon!
 
 
Also, can I make a comment and say I am surprised how little people have actually written specific "impressions" of the Arrow in this thread. I mean, don't get me wrong, I am still letting my system burn-in before I review the overall sound, but I have read this whole thread and not found a thorough review of peoples thoughts and how they would compare it to other amps. And I am talking specifics, like how they would compare treble, mids, bass, clarity, neutrality, etc. All I have seen is "OMG the Arrow is awesome! Its better!"   
 
Seems a little un-headfi-like.
 
 
Once again NO OFFENSE guys, just pointing out a simple observation. Feel free to correct me!

 
I think most of us feel that this head-fier pretty much said it all
 
http://anythingbutipod.com/2010/04/headstage-arrow-12he-headphone-amplifier-review/
 

 

[Burma Jones]

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Direct Copy and Past from Headphonia forum page.
 
 
Arrow Change Log

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Arrow 1G:

- Since mid February: Improved sensitivity of automatic switch (will not turn off accidentally)
- Since April: Nuts are directly soldered on the circuit board (will not get loose)

Arrow G2.0:

- Second headphone jack
- No real power switch
- Deeper bass boost 9dB + 9dB
- Longer battery run time (up to 50 hours)
- Film input caps
- Lower ESR power rail caps and decoupling caps
- Rear switches are more recessed (less sticking out)
- Better firmware (faster power shifting, more precise battery voltage detection etc.)

Arrow G2.1:

-New pre-amp (less switch-on click noise)

Arrow G2.2:

- Change of output resistors from 10/75/110 to 0/65/110 (better synergy with some IEMs like Triple.Fi 10 which sound weird with any output resistor)

Arrow G3.0 - will ship at the end of November (please write me if you prefer this version)

- Change of output resistors to 0/20/65 (better control of treble)
- Additional ceramic capacitors to lower impedance of tantalum caps (virtual better treble but barely noticeable)

So what is the real difference between the G2.2 vs the G3.0 ?
 

 

[rehabitat]

Madgravity is right.  Aside from dfkt @ ABI, no-one here has put forward a serious and comprehensive review of the Arrow.  None of our in-house semi-professional reviewers seem all that inclined to consider reviewing the Arrow.  This is an incredible shame, given that the Arrow is such a unique and versatile product.
 
I may be wrong, but I got the feeling a while back that some older members may have personal issues with Robert.  But who cares, we know where the smart money is, don't we?

 

[SoulSyde]

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I may be wrong, but I got the feeling a while back that some older members may have personal issues with Robert.  But who cares, we know where the smart money is, don't we?

 
I do have to say that I'm getting a little impatient waiting for mine.  Patience is not a virtue of mine... unfortunately.  This really appears to be a good amp on paper and the reviews (albeit few and far between) are overwhelmingly positive, but dare I say that if this device doesn't ship soon I may ask for a refund and buy a Stepdance.

 

[SoulSyde]

Update: I just corresponded with Rob via e-mail and he has assured me that mine will ship in the next couple of weeks.  My patience has been restored (temporarily).

 

[Golden Monkey]

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Update: I just corresponded with Rob via e-mail and he has assured me that mine will ship in the next couple of weeks.  My patience has been restored (temporarily).

 
I hope he means the whole production run of the G3's...otherwise I'm going to go insane.
 

 

[SoulSyde]

From the sound of it, he's been able to speed up the manufacturing and shipping process.. but we'll see.

 

[SoulSyde]

@DizzyRaider, have you been able to spend enough "quality time" with your new found friend to offer up a more detailed review?

 

[mythless]

If I can get my hands on the Arrow, I wouldn't mind writing a review for it.

 

[Hellenback]

 
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I may be wrong, but I got the feeling a while back that some older members may have personal issues with Robert.  But who cares, we know where the smart money is, don't we?

 
@ rehabitat I don't think you are wrong at all

 
Regarding many of the recent posts in this thread; it seems people are more interested in complaining about waiting even though it has been repeatedly pointed out there is a dedicated thread for that.
 
I intended to write a detailed review of the Arrow but own the 1G and couldn't add anything to the brilliant review by dtfk (which I linked to again a few posts back). All I can say is that my impressions are near identical to his and until I get a newer gen Arrow it would be kind of pointless to write a review of an amp that is now revamped.
Even though the changes have been small I don't think most want a review of an amp that is no longer available. Soooo....all you 2G owners, it's up to you until I can "upgrade" mine   From what I've read it seems to be more of a revision or tweaking of the original Arrow as opposed to a big upgrade. It's difficult to improve on something as close to perfect as the 1G Arrow. The additional bass boost potential and the auto-on-off feature would be nice to have but I don't often feel the need for more or better bass and like the lighted switch too. I still hear the 1G to have the best SQ for the money out there (and perhaps regardless of cost below $400 -> $500). I suppose I need to say I haven't heard every new amp out there but I really don't think there is much to improve on. It is certainly one of the most portable, well designed and best sounding units on the market. If (and it's a big if) some newer amp has managed to surpass it in any area I believe it would have to be at the expense of either form, battery life or some other feature I have grown to love about the Arrow.
 
I personally believe that much is often made of very minute "improvements" between different amps. These often end up being not really SQ improvements but a different presentation. The Arrow is an accurate, incredibly versatile amp with a fairly neutral sound sig. It might lean a bit to the warm side but I often use the infamously "dark" HD650s with it. It is non-fatiguing for hours at a time and just plain does what an amp is supposed to do. If and when any shortcomings have been noticed and pointed out they have been addressed in future revisions/runs. I for one could not ask for a better portable amp and would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking for top-tier portable listening. I had to go to a balanced desk-top set-up to get enough of an improvement to warrant more money. But hey, I'm not a real reviewer so what do I know?