[Toonartist]

I used to own the TT2 with the Empyrean and indeed this is a spectacular combo.
That said, for half the price of the TT2 you can obtain pretty decent DAC/amp combinations nowadays.

True... at the moment the TT2 is paired with the Etude which is a great match for my 2 channel system as well as being a great headphone DAC.

If I was going to move away from the current setup, it would probably be a one box streamer/dac + actives. The Mola Mola Tambqui DAC was a pointed out to me recently... something like that or equivalent would be interesting. Few boxes better quality?!? more headphones That's the way I'd go.

 

[dfiled]

TT2 owners — I assume it has enough Juice to power the elites without a separate amp?

 

[Toonartist]

TT2 owners — I assume it has enough Juice to power the elites without a separate amp?

Oh yeah. Sounds terrific straight out the TT2 via 6.35.

The Hugo 2 sounds good with them... but the TT2, a lot better!

 

[Alpexis]

Which upgrade cable should I get for the Elite and why? Grateful for any tips!

 

[Myshkin]

Which upgrade cable should I get for the Elite and why? Grateful for any tips!

I really like forza's noir hybrid hpc cable. It's what I used with my susvara and I'm currently waiting for one for my elites to arrive. https://forzaaudioworks.com/en/product.php?id_product=72

 

[MatW]

I really like forza's noir hybrid hpc cable. It's what I used with my susvara and I'm currently waiting for one for my elites to arrive. https://forzaaudioworks.com/en/product.php?id_product=72

I have those too, for several headphones. I buy cables mainly for looks and ergonomics, and the Forza cables do the trick for me, without breaking the bank.

 

[Alpexis]

I really like forza's noir hybrid hpc cable. It's what I used with my susvara and I'm currently waiting for one for my elites to arrive. https://forzaaudioworks.com/en/product.php?id_product=72

Would these be an improvement over Meze's own copper and silver upgrade cables?

 

[DaYooper]

So...I have the Dark Mystery plugged into my original Kann, equipped with two Micron 1tb MicroSD cards, through Meze silver upgrade cable 4.4 and PW adapter. I have to say so comfortable and sounds just fabulous. As soon as I finish loading all the new songs on the SP2K I'll try that one too.

 

[DaYooper]

OK, I will say that I like the SP2K a little better and It has a couple other advantages, Roon ready, lots of storage. But my main point especially with the Kann is that one does not NEED the latest and greatest to make the Elite sound good. And since the Kann has twice the storage capacity of any other portable DAP I know of ( ok the DX120 and that Pioneer thing) it will get plenty of use.

 

[TheMiddleSky]

Very interesting indeed. I listen to quite a variety of music through the day... and more often than not, most days, it's for 6-7 hours at a time. One of the reasons I loved the Meze Empyrean & now the Elites is that they are completely non fatiguing. Entertaining but never tiring. Maybe the TT2 is the sweet spot?!? I can hear my wallet heaving a sigh of relief ... apart from the idea of more headphones (which does sound good).

Keep in note that I'm a bit overly sensitive when we talk about "fatigue" effect. I managed listen to Dave last night for about 4-5 hours. Felt slight "pressure fatigue" but nowhere become deal breaker. While with TT2 I never experienced it, but Dave deliver more detail as well. So it's a fair give and take.

I used to own the TT2 with the Empyrean and indeed this is a spectacular combo.
That said, for half the price of the TT2 you can obtain pretty decent DAC/amp combinations nowadays.

I found that Topping D90SE with Singxer SA-1 are really hard to beat when we consider strong value/performance.

 

[realmassy]

A bit off topic, sorry, but I’m fascinated by this idea of listening to music 5 or 6 hours per day, even consecutively: how could you properly listen for such a long time? I mean, listening, especially with such expensive gears requires a lot of focus and attention, or it becomes a background. I don’t have even 5 hours to dedicate to this hobby! For me it’s about getting a good hour or so, giving my whole attention to what I listen, away from noise and distractions….and after an hour I need a break! My ears are not getting tired, but my brain is!
I might open a specific topic on this

 

[Toonartist]

I'm an illustrator photographer. I love listening to music that inspires, motivates and... basically, drives a bit of adrenaline through the veins. It shows in your work as you get into the flow.

It's not critical listening for a full 6-7 hours... but I do admit, I have been distracted on a few occasions by certain tracks that I just have to stop and listen to. But, I'm my own boss so if I want to skive for a few minuets, what the hell..... just don't tell the missus

 

[oniel459]

A bit off topic, sorry, but I’m fascinated by this idea of listening to music 5 or 6 hours per day, even consecutively: how could you properly listen for such a long time? I mean, listening, especially with such expensive gears requires a lot of focus and attention, or it becomes a background. I don’t have even 5 hours to dedicate to this hobby! For me it’s about getting a good hour or so, giving my whole attention to what I listen, away from noise and distractions….and after an hour I need a break! My ears are not getting tired, but my brain is!
I might open a specific topic on this

I have the ability to do 4 hours some sessions, I go with the hybrid pads on those for critical listening the whole time. It’s almost like yoga to me, no phone no nothing, just escaping the world.

I’d say I don’t need a break just because I use the moon 430had, which I can dial in the perfect volume for me resulting in near zero fatigue.

5+ hour days that’s usually background listening, I just use alcentra pads.

 

[oniel459]

Anyone have experience with the corpse cable gravedigger?

 

[adeadcrab]

A bit off topic, sorry, but I’m fascinated by this idea of listening to music 5 or 6 hours per day, even consecutively: how could you properly listen for such a long time?

We just schnep it in our minds