how come the high gain/ +15db mode sound better to me than the normal +0 db gain mode? or is it just me? Even with efficient headphones like LCD X, 660s2 and Zmf Bokeh. Can someone clarify my preposterous claims?? LOL
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NITSCH x Schiit Pietus Maximus Release/Impressions Thread
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I think there is a touch more noise which translates into warmth? Extremely subtle vs OG Pietus gain switch - that one was drastic! I've listened to Medium gain more often just to accustom myself and they seem pretty close... Medium maybe a touch more transparent
PinkyPowers
Reviewer: The Headphone List
I looked through the documentation, but couldn't find the answer to this, so: How many volts is PieMax capable of taking in from a preamp before clipping? Is it the normal 2v, or the Chord favorite, 3v?
My Mojo 2 just came in, and I'm trying to figure out how best to set it up when I get into work tomorrow.
My Mojo 2 just came in, and I'm trying to figure out how best to set it up when I get into work tomorrow.
Not sure about Mojo 2 but 4 clicks down in OG version brings it to 2.1v. May be same is true for v2 as well?I looked through the documentation, but couldn't find the answer to this, so: How many volts is PieMax capable of taking in from a preamp before clipping? Is it the normal 2v, or the Chord favorite, 3v?
My Mojo 2 just came in, and I'm trying to figure out how best to set it up when I get into work tomorrow.
Most Schiit headphone amps sound better in high gain to me. Higher gain means less feedback.how come the high gain/ +15db mode sound better to me than the normal +0 db gain mode? or is it just me? Even with efficient headphones like LCD X, 660s2 and Zmf Bokeh. Can someone clarify my preposterous claims?? LOL
Hyde00
Headphoneus Supremus
how come the high gain/ +15db mode sound better to me than the normal +0 db gain mode? or is it just me? Even with efficient headphones like LCD X, 660s2 and Zmf Bokeh. Can someone clarify my preposterous claims?? LOL
I find for Pietus Maximus the medium gain and high gain definitely sound better than low gain.
But between medium and high I find it's a wash, sometimes I like medium gain sometimes I like high gain sometimes I can't tell any difference.
Though other Schiit amps low and high definitely has noticeable difference.
I have my Qutest set to 3V with no issues. I don’t think I ever use high gain. There’s just not enough adjustment for anything I connect.I looked through the documentation, but couldn't find the answer to this, so: How many volts is PieMax capable of taking in from a preamp before clipping? Is it the normal 2v, or the Chord favorite, 3v?
My Mojo 2 just came in, and I'm trying to figure out how best to set it up when I get into work tomorrow.
PinkyPowers
Reviewer: The Headphone List
saxelrod92
100+ Head-Fier
Haven't read through every page here yet, but does/did anyone have a comparison between the Pietus Maximus and topping A90D?
I'm leaning towards Pietus, but the A90D is a real compelling alt choice. Just trying to find direct comparisons, which so far has been tough.
I'm leaning towards Pietus, but the A90D is a real compelling alt choice. Just trying to find direct comparisons, which so far has been tough.
jonathan c
Headphoneus Supremus
** This has been true for me with Lyr 3, Mjolnir 2, Valhalla 2. No HG/LG verdict yet on Vali 3. [I do set HG when 300-ohm h/p are used.]Most Schiit headphone amps sound better in high gain to me.** Higher gain means less feedback.
I have almost always preferred the SQ of the high gain setting on all of the Schiit amps I've owned, with the only exception being the Mjolnir 3.
Low gain on Schiit amps has always made the amp sound like it lacked drive and dynamics to me.
On the MJ3, the sonic difference between high and low gain was much more subtle. The amp was already as resolving and dynamic sounding as I could ever want in low gain, and I never once needed more gain with my headphones (using balanced in, balanced out), so I just left it in low gain and was very happy with its sound.
Low gain on Schiit amps has always made the amp sound like it lacked drive and dynamics to me.
On the MJ3, the sonic difference between high and low gain was much more subtle. The amp was already as resolving and dynamic sounding as I could ever want in low gain, and I never once needed more gain with my headphones (using balanced in, balanced out), so I just left it in low gain and was very happy with its sound.
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Same.I have almost always preferred the SQ of the high gain setting on all of the Schiit amps I've owned, with the only exception being the Mjolnir 3.
Low gain on Schiit amps has always made the amp sound like it lacked drive and dynamics to me.
On the MJ3, the sonic difference between high and low gain was much more subtle. The amp was already as resolving and dynamic sounding as I could ever want in low gain, and I never once needed more gain with my headphones (using balanced in, balanced out), so I just left it in low gain and was very happy with its sound.
Probably because the gain on MJ3 is not controlled by the amount of feedback (since it’s also available in non-feedback mode).
PinkyPowers
Reviewer: The Headphone List
Pairing this amp with the Focal Radiance is a match made in heaven!
I wasn't terribly impressed by Radiance, driven from my DAPs. Even my warmer DAPs. PieMax, however, fills these headphones out, refining them greatly and smoothing the harsh treble. They have a warmish balance, yet remain HIGHLY resolving. It's a truly wonderful sound.
I wasn't terribly impressed by Radiance, driven from my DAPs. Even my warmer DAPs. PieMax, however, fills these headphones out, refining them greatly and smoothing the harsh treble. They have a warmish balance, yet remain HIGHLY resolving. It's a truly wonderful sound.
JScott03
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I'm really loving the Maximus! Originally had purchased both cards from Schiit to see which I liked better but ended up loving both for different reasons. I decided in the end to order a Modius E to stack it and keep the Multibit card in for an easy flip of the switch when I want one flavor or the other. You could also do the ESS internal and have something like a Modi Multibit external. Now that I have the Modius E and after reading all the praise of this dac with a balanced to single ended DIY box using Cinemag cmli-15/15b over at Super Best Audio Friends I really want to try it. I don't mind soldering... but making the box, especially metal would be tough. I wonder if anyone sells a pre cut box for this type of project?
taipan254
100+ Head-Fier
Pairing this amp with the Focal Radiance is a match made in heaven!
I wasn't terribly impressed by Radiance, driven from my DAPs. Even my warmer DAPs. PieMax, however, fills these headphones out, refining them greatly and smoothing the harsh treble. They have a warmish balance, yet remain HIGHLY resolving. It's a truly wonderful sound.
You may wanna try using mojo 2 to control the volume and max out the PM. I personally liked that. The mojo 2 uses a noise shaped volume control so it does an excellent job of preserving signal for attenuation.
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