[kevin gilmore]

in this case 2sc3381/2sa1348

 

[number1sixerfan]

I'm using it as one for a marantz m7025 power amp. Sounds great, but it's hard to quantify as I don't have other preamps laying around and usually use integrated amps. For a reference, I've used the Hugo 2 for the same purpose and it sounds just as good, just slightly less warm. I'm also not using reference speakers, just a pair of vintage Klipsch Heresys.

thanks I am power amp shopping now

After listening for quite a bit and swapping between the Hugo 2 as a preamp and the Mini, the Hugo 2 is definitely better. Kind of interesting since I prefer the Mini as a headamp by far over the Hugo 2's amp section.

But directly from the Hugo 2 to the marantz power amp the sound is clearer (without being brighter), more full, and there's much better bass (biggest difference). Maybe it's simply removing one additional piece out of the chain, idk. If looking for a high performing preamp I would maybe say be open to needed additional gear for that if you go with the Mini.

 

[TheHighlander]

All stacked

 

[Astral Abyss]

All stacked

Yeah, purple! I was wondering how that would blend or clash with other gear. It seems to highlight it as the star of the show in your stack. Very nice.

 

[thecrow]

All stacked

great stack with a couple of nice options

 

[SalR406]

All stacked

Great choice with that purple GS-X mini. I'd love to see a percentage breakdown on which colors buyers are choosing.

 

[Vangelis]

I just installed my GS-X Mini several days ago. I’ve seen no postings about breaking changes or improvements that occur on the mini. There are parts and circuitry that would likely benefit from breaking in. Anyone experience break improvement over weeks or months?

 

[Noobzilla]

Anyone know if there's a 11xV - 220V version of the GSX-Mini? I was leaning towards this due to portability until I found it's only 115v, which won't work with 220v in the country I will travel to.

Edit: Just got in contact with Justin Wilson from HeadAmp website.
"The voltage is set by 2 jumpers soldered on the board. It can be changed 100-240v but not automatically.
115 to 240 is the easiest change to make but i’d suggest getting in touch with me before doing it. "

Great!

 

[Noobzilla]

Alrighty. I have narrowed down my amp search to the GS-X mini and Topping A90. I'll be connecting the amp to my RME ADI-2 FS. Need to look for direct comparisons now. Huuuuge price difference though. Im tempted to order both now and try myself, but it would still be a month or so before I can get my headphone XLR cables.

 

[mixman]

Alrighty. I have narrowed down my amp search to the GS-X mini and Topping A90. I'll be connecting the amp to my RME ADI-2 FS. Need to look for direct comparisons now. Huuuuge price difference though. Im tempted to order both now and try myself, but it would still be a month or so before I can get my headphone XLR cables.

They are doing comparisons of the A90 in the Susvara thread, comparing it to much more expensive amps.

 

[thecrow]

Alrighty. I have narrowed down my amp search to the GS-X mini and Topping A90. I'll be connecting the amp to my RME ADI-2 FS. Need to look for direct comparisons now. Huuuuge price difference though. Im tempted to order both now and try myself, but it would still be a month or so before I can get my headphone XLR cables.

If buying direct i believe gsx mini can be returned if it doesn’t work out

 

[Noobzilla]

If buying direct i believe gsx mini can be returned if it doesn’t work out

30 day return. Amps by Headamp are exempted from 10% restocking fee. I would have to pay for shipping both ways if I decide to return. Apos (where I will order the A90) has full refund within 30 days. Now question is if I'll be able to properly differentiate the two without a good XLR cable for my headphones. I'm using stock cables and I am yet to see anyone say that upgrading their stock cables on the Empyrean hasn't improved its performance.

 

[Bonddam]

I just installed my GS-X Mini several days ago. I’ve seen no postings about breaking changes or improvements that occur on the mini. There are parts and circuitry that would likely benefit from breaking in. Anyone experience break improvement over weeks or months?

No never did

 

[Bonddam]

Flux FA-10 from Ukraine does 16 watts into 32 ohms for $750 balanced inputs and look it up.

 

[audiohifizrh]

a few words from abyss on the gsx-mini


GSX Mini - Abyss