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Master 9 + Metrum Menuet (R2R NOS DAC) + AryaSE = match made in heaven.
If you are finding the Arya SE a bit bright or thin - I would highly recommend adding a R2R NOS DAC. They tend to have a slight treble roll off. I changed from a Topping D70S.
Now the Master 9. I have had WA22, WA6SE, LF339, V200 and currently Apex Peak + Volcano power supply. The Apex wipes the floor of all those other amps in every department except soundstage width. It's not as wide as the WA22. Now Master 9 goes up another notch. It is just as fast as the Apex with better resolution and a big soundstage. It is a pure class A amp. Treble is smooth and extends beautifully. Coupled with the R2R DAC which has a slight treble roll off - it provides a very non fatiguing sound. It's is still engaging but easy on the ears. It is a neutral amp with a touch of warmth. Bass hits hard but still well controlled. There is no boominess. Super black background. Highly recommended.
If you are finding the Arya SE a bit bright or thin - I would highly recommend adding a R2R NOS DAC. They tend to have a slight treble roll off. I changed from a Topping D70S.
Now the Master 9. I have had WA22, WA6SE, LF339, V200 and currently Apex Peak + Volcano power supply. The Apex wipes the floor of all those other amps in every department except soundstage width. It's not as wide as the WA22. Now Master 9 goes up another notch. It is just as fast as the Apex with better resolution and a big soundstage. It is a pure class A amp. Treble is smooth and extends beautifully. Coupled with the R2R DAC which has a slight treble roll off - it provides a very non fatiguing sound. It's is still engaging but easy on the ears. It is a neutral amp with a touch of warmth. Bass hits hard but still well controlled. There is no boominess. Super black background. Highly recommended.