Quick spin on Amp12 LO into C9!
first of all, unexpectedly, my Amp12 is here ways faster than expected
Now, the spins between LO and Phones out
Phones out: Soundstage is larger than Amp11 both version. The mid is slightly recessed which I assumes would give an illusions of larger soundstage. However, details and extensions are pretty good. It needs burn in for sure. It is also a little more neutral than previous stock amps. It is definitely an improved module, and worth to collect
Line Out: when paired with C9, it quickly gave me the impressions that it is truly a dedicated LO and not pseudo. The sound signatures is very neutral, much more than expected. Because it is more neutral than any amp modules, and also allows the C9 with different modes to sound closely to what the C9 does the best.
The placements and separations are mind staggeringly good, the differences between digital filters are excellent , Black back ground !!
So, you love Cirrus Chips ?
You also love the Cayin C9 ?
You also have IeMs + Headphones ?
The Amp12 just transformed the Dx300 into the exact Flagship Line Out source that you would need