[chesebert]

@justin w. when do you think we will have the bench numbers?

 

[rsbrsvp]

How long till the remote version is available?

 

[OptionTrader]

I haven't seen a request for a pre-out until now...if it were anything, it would be a speaker output. Originally the plan was for 2x XLR inputs and 1x RCA input which is all I can fit on the back, but I realized I could change one of the XLR inputs to 4.4mm or even a 4-pin XLR in; this would possibly allow enough space to add a 4-pin Neutrik SpeakOn for speaker outs, which takes up less space than binding posts. So that is a possibility but haven't come to any decisions yet

For the outputs..4-pin XLR for sure, 4.4mm not sure, 6.3mm wish I could exclude it as I think the amp is better used balanced out. 2x 3-pin XLR out a very distant possibility if balanced outputs only.

The first 2 chassis did arrive today! Have to get everything moved over from the clear CanJam prototype asap. here it is next to that prototype for comparison. note: this is for the version with no remote control

For help with scale, take a 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper and hold it about 4.5" above your desk

Sooo sexy!

 

[AndyDU]

Hi All,
Is one 150 va with 2x24v ok for a two grlv boards used as CFA3 PSU anough?

Andreas

 

[audioguru1]

Hi All,
Is one 150 va with 2x24v ok for a two grlv boards used as CFA3 PSU anough?

Andreas

If you are going with dual GRLV why not buy two transformers and make it fully mono? I bought 250va units (overkill) and it was still of minimal cost.

 

[kevin gilmore]

each grlv will require 2 x 24v or 1 x 48vct for regulated voltages of 28v.

 

[AndyDU]

My idea was to use one transformer with 2x24v secondary and use this (split) for both grlv,. Another possibly will be to use one transferred with 4x24v or simply 2 with 2x24v each. Is only place problem... For one cfa3 + grlv is 100 va with 2x24v AC ok? Or better 2x25v?
Andreas

 

[kevin gilmore]

you cannot do that. lots of ground loops. many dead components.
2 grlv require 4 seperate secondaries.
synchronous rectifier boards highly recommended.

 

[rreynolds]

I haven't seen a request for a pre-out until now...if it were anything, it would be a speaker output. Originally the plan was for 2x XLR inputs and 1x RCA input which is all I can fit on the back, but I realized I could change one of the XLR inputs to 4.4mm or even a 4-pin XLR in; this would possibly allow enough space to add a 4-pin Neutrik SpeakOn for speaker outs, which takes up less space than binding posts. So that is a possibility but haven't come to any decisions yet

For the outputs..4-pin XLR for sure, 4.4mm not sure, 6.3mm wish I could exclude it as I think the amp is better used balanced out. 2x 3-pin XLR out a very distant possibility if balanced outputs only.

The first 2 chassis did arrive today! Have to get everything moved over from the clear CanJam prototype asap. here it is next to that prototype for comparison. note: this is for the version with no remote control

For help with scale, take a 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper and hold it about 4.5" above your desk

This is the first amp in a little while to catch my attention. Stoked that it's coming in a black chastity, considering all the other components in my system (minus the Burson Soloist) are all black aluminum. I know sound is the most important thing, but aesthetics does come into play just a bit. Was on the fence of making a deposit and after reading some reviews from DIY built versions, I'm confident this will be a great addition to the system.

Judging from the internals and comparing with similar amps, I think $3.8k-$4k is a pretty decent asking price. Can't wait to potentially receive this amp in the FALL.

 

[AndyDU]

you cannot do that. lots of ground loops. many dead components.
2 grlv require 4 seperate secondaries.
synchronous rectifier boards highly recommended.

Ok, thank you! 100va each will be OK? 2x24 or 2x25v?
Andreas

 

[rsbrsvp]

Justin,

Is there anyway to allow for lower gain output option so that easier to drive headphones like Meze Elite, or Th-900 can also be driven from the CFA-3?

WHy limit the amp to work with hard to drive planners???

 

[JooLoo]

Tried this out at canjam. Looks like people who have been looking for a commercial option are in luck. Sounded pretty fantastic.

i just realized the thing underneeth it isnt part of the chassis... its a laptop cooler lmao

 

[JooLoo]

I haven't seen a request for a pre-out until now...if it were anything, it would be a speaker output. Originally the plan was for 2x XLR inputs and 1x RCA input which is all I can fit on the back, but I realized I could change one of the XLR inputs to 4.4mm or even a 4-pin XLR in; this would possibly allow enough space to add a 4-pin Neutrik SpeakOn for speaker outs, which takes up less space than binding posts. So that is a possibility but haven't come to any decisions yet

For the outputs..4-pin XLR for sure, 4.4mm not sure, 6.3mm wish I could exclude it as I think the amp is better used balanced out. 2x 3-pin XLR out a very distant possibility if balanced outputs only.

The first 2 chassis did arrive today! Have to get everything moved over from the clear CanJam prototype asap. here it is next to that prototype for comparison. note: this is for the version with no remote control

For help with scale, take a 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper and hold it about 4.5" above your desk

will it still have the digital display volume indicator ?

also whats the volume pot in this ?

 

[K3cT]

Looks like Khozmo, just recently installed one in my Balancing Act.

 

[Pumba101]

I know this is jumping the gun a little, but is there any indication of how the Headamp CFA3 will perform against the GS-X Mini? My A90D just died and will take up to 3 months for repair so I'm exploring options to upgrade.