Anaxilus
Headphoneus Supremus
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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?
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!
Direct Copy and Past from Headphonia forum page.
Arrow Change Log
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)
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?
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 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?