[sahmen]

One of the things about the Liquid Gold X that I'm really enjoying is how it seems to bring out the best in my headphones. I just tried it with my Dan Clark Audio Aeon Flow Closed. The bass is deep and juicy, the midrange is open and natural and the treble is smooth and resolving without being overly analytical - excellent synergy!

Any sense of how it compares to the Liquid Platinum in these areas (bass, midrange, treble, detail, air), if you remember?

 

[buffalomatt]

I am looking for a slightly warmer, balanced all-in-one dac/amp to pair with my Diana V2. I'm currently looking at this and the Burson Conductor 3XP. I know it's probably too early to ask, but does any have experience with both of these?

 

[ruinedx]

I am looking for a slightly warmer, balanced all-in-one dac/amp to pair with my Diana V2. I'm currently looking at this and the Burson Conductor 3XP. I know it's probably too early to ask, but does any have experience with both of these?

There is one review up not with those specific headphones but it addresses other planars:
http://enjoythemusic.com/magazine/e..._Liquid_Gold_X_Headphone_Amplifier_Review.htm

 

[Odin412]

Any sense of how it compares to the Liquid Platinum in these areas (bass, midrange, treble, detail, air), if you remember?

The thing that most stands out so far is that on the Liquid Platinum I usually preferred the single-ended output, but on the Liquid Gold I tend to prefer the balanced output. I really like the treble on the balanced output - it's extended and detailed while remaining smooth and musical (meaning not analytical) to my ears.

 

[geoffalter11]

Hi Liquid Gold owners... So, I have a big choice to make and I am wondering your thoughts. I am in need of a new DAC and possibly a new amp. I currently have a Vinshine R2R DAC (similar to a Denafrips Ares 2 or Soekris) and the Cembalo Spring 1 Amp. I am selling my Vinshine. Do you believe the liquid Golds DAC is on par with the amp section? I have owned a Milo, Pathos Aurium and only R2R DACs. I did have an Audeze Deckard at one point but have never owned a higher end all in one. Just curious what you think as a solution?

Thanks for your thoughts...

 

[sahmen]

Okay : I confess that I was expecting to read far more thrilled and gushing first time impressions by this time from new owners of the LG X than I do now. So am I detecting a smaller than usual roster of ecstatic new LG X buyers, or is it all in my head? Is the LG X promising to be a runaway hit with enthusiasts as early as the LP did, quickly after its release, or are we still in the "too soon to tell" phase?

 

[35FLE]

LGX is not in the same level as the original LAu I would say 60% at most.

 

[geoffalter11]

I have been surprised as well that no one provided their feedback from my post. I thoughts would be more forthcoming. Oh well! So, I went another direction away from the LAUX. hope everyone enjoys their new DAC/amp.

 

[sennfan83261]

LGX is not in the same level as the original LAu I would say 60% at most.

Oh, did you manage to hear the LGX down under?

 

[35FLE]

Oh, did you manage to hear the LGX down under?

I brought it and sold it after comparing to a colleague’s LAu.

 

[Ham Sandwich]

I brought it and sold it after comparing to a colleague’s LAu.

That was fast. Did you allow the LG X time to burn-in? I've been listening to my LG X and it has changed for the better with burn-in time.

 

[jlbrach]

the original is what 4 times the cost?

 

[Ham Sandwich]

The original was also made in the US (Texas) in small manufacturing runs and boutique audio markups due to the small runs and the realistic costs of keeping a small boutique audio company running.

 

[ruinedx]

So far not seeing anyone clearly recommending this over LP given the large price difference. Per that review if seems high powered planars or if you dislike tubes would be the use cases

 

[35FLE]

That was fast. Did you allow the LG X time to burn-in? I've been listening to my LG X and it has changed for the better with burn-in time.

About a 50-60hr burn in time and listening with my 1266 TC. Was hoping the LGX to be at least 80% similar to the LAu.