[tim_j_thomas]

I recently purchased the Mapletree Ear + Purist HD100 from mrarroyo and could not be happier.

I did not think Mapletree could make such a drastic improvement over my Headroom MicroAmp, but I was mistaken (Not that the MicroAmp was bad -- far from it. It will be used every day at work.) I am in no way an audio expert and am struggling to find words to describe the experience. In the few CDs I've tried so far -- Bach's Cello Suites by Casals, Raising Sand by Plant/Krauss, & DSOTM by Pink Floyd -- the music seems much more "rich" and "fulfilling".

In some ways it's similar to the difference between a piece Hershey's chocolate and a piece from a confectionist who handcrafts each and every piece. While the the Hershey's is good, it just does not compare to the complex flavors of the other.

I must also state that Dr. Lloyd Peppard is a real class act. I emailed him several times asking about the amp -- stating up front that I was considering purchasing it from a head-fi member. Dr. Peppard answered each of my questions as well as provided a few suggestions. He is an asset to the audio community!

Further, I'd like to reiterate the feedback I left for mrarroyo; he has my highest recommendation.

Happy Holidays All!

 

[Caribou679]

The first time I saw pics of the Mapletree Ear + Purist HD I felt in love ( literally) with it. It definitively is on my list of future acquisition.

I cannot have it now! but I am making a place for it in my future...

Enjoy

regards,

P.S. If I'm not mistaking, it's Canadian!!

 

[kugino]

glad you're enjoying it...it's a lovely amp and works great with grados. heard it works equally as well with senns, so you should be quite happy.

and yes, miguel is a great member here and a nice guy...still amazed that he sold his beloved mad, though

 

[tuatara]

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Originally Posted by tim_j_thomas /img/forum/go_quote.gif I recently purchased the Mapletree Ear + Purist HD100 from mrarroyo and could not be happier.

Congratulations, you've got an excellent amp.
I purchased my HD100 new from Lloyd and have absolutely no regrets. It was pretty much a spur of the moment buy but when I saw the model listed on his site I just had to have one.
It is very good with the RS1s and I also like the AD2000s as a pairing. Love the looks too, the retro appearance goes well with the Grados.

Also can only agree with your comments about Lloyds service, always prompt and patient in dealing with enquiries.

 

[LoweArt]

Congrats on your decision to get the EAR HD100 from Mrarroyo !

I have no doubt you'll be loving it for many years to come !

Welcome to the MAD club !

 

[mrarroyo]

Very glad you are enjoying your HD100. For me it was a tough decission, it is my favorite amp and the one I have kept the longest.

Dr. Lloyd is indeed a class act and his desings have that indurtrial-retro look that simply makes me want to buy one.

Hope you continue to enjoy the amp.