[jesusfr3ak4evr]

I've been wondering how the PA2V2 compares to the average CMoy? I'm considering purchasing a PA2V2 eventually for my HD 595s, and I noticed the CMoys are typically cheaper than the PA2V2.

By the way, what in your opinion(s) would you consider the best amp I could purchase for the HD 595s WITHIN REASON (I don't want to spend $300 for something that will make a possibly unnoticeable increase in quality of sound over a $100 amplifier).

Also, besides amplifier and sound card, what else could I use that would make a noticeable improvement in the sound from my HD 595s? I've seen threads about DACs (Digital to Analog Converter according to google search) and such, but I don't know much about them. I've also seen a lot of people who seem to think just changing a cable improves the sound.

 

[jesusfr3ak4evr]

Nobody knows anything about this topic?

 

[Veniogenesis]

It can be contested that the PA2v2 is better than the CMoy in technical aspects. I've heard both amps, and liked the PA2v2 better. It depends a lot on the opamp used in the CMoy though. I didn't spend too much time with the PA2v2 so I can't say much about. (My friend brought his to school one day, but he never uses it since he has a Xin SuperMacro.) The thing to note however is that the PA2v2 can run off a power outlet. That may prove very useful to some people.

As for what starter amplifier to get, I'm inclined to say PINT since the consensus out there is that it's quite good. I've also looked at the technical details, and the design is quite nice. Unfortunately I have yet to hear the PINT, so I can't claim that it's my actual recommendation.

 

[jbloudg20]

Although it may be out of your bidget for a builder to make you one, a PINT would probably be your best bet. It has beem rumored to be better than the venerable RSA hornet.

 

[Veniogenesis]

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Originally Posted by jbloudg20 Although it may be out of your bidget for a builder to make you one, a PINT would probably be your best bet. It has beem rumored to be better than the venerable RSA hornet.

Yep. A lot of people have claimed so. I'm believe it's true too from a technical aspect as well (not that great technically = sonically great

). Well basically, almost any amplifier is superior to the Hornet from a technical prospective...

 

[BennyBoy]

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Originally Posted by Veniogenesis The thing to note however is that the PA2v2 can run off a power outlet. That may prove very useful to some people.

It does not sound very good on AC. My PA2V2 will run my new HD650's loud
with lots of bass but its at 4/5th volume.

I'm sure it would work well with the low demand of the 595's as I used it with my 555's with good results. I've only heard the kit amps of friends and have never done AB testing.

Cant go wrong with the PA2V2 though, It's all quality.

 

[jesusfr3ak4evr]

so how much would a PINT amp cost to buy like on the FS forums? Is it possible to build it myself? I have no prior experience building amps myself, but my Dad who's 65 is pretty knowledgeable about electronics and has a pretty nice tool collection.

 

[jbloudg20]

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Originally Posted by jesusfr3ak4evr so how much would a PINT amp cost to buy like on the FS forums? Is it possible to build it myself? I have no prior experience building amps myself, but my Dad who's 65 is pretty knowledgeable about electronics and has a pretty nice tool collection.

I doubt it is possible for you to build it, but your father, assuming he still has good soldering ability and a steady hand might be able to pull it off.

 

[BennyBoy]

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Originally Posted by jesusfr3ak4evr so how much would a PINT amp cost to buy like on the FS forums? Is it possible to build it myself? I have no prior experience building amps myself, but my Dad who's 65 is pretty knowledgeable about electronics and has a pretty nice tool collection.

You should be able to do it if you practice on some old junk first.
Use a high wattage iron and only touch the part for <5 seconds. if it takes
longer, just wait for it to cool and start over. Remember that the solder will
follow the heat.

Good luck.

oh, I'm talking 25~40 watts as aposed to 7~15.

 

[Veniogenesis]

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Originally Posted by jesusfr3ak4evr so how much would a PINT amp cost to buy like on the FS forums?

An estimate of around $60 to $90.

 

[jesusfr3ak4evr]

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Originally Posted by BennyBoy You should be able to do it if you practice on some old junk first. Use a high wattage iron and only touch the part for <5 seconds. if it takes longer, just wait for it to cool and start over. Remember that the solder will follow the heat. Good luck. oh, I'm talking 25~40 watts as aposed to 7~15.

Would it be a good idea to try to build a CMoy first, sell it for the cost of parts, and then go on to try to build a PINT? I'm pretty confident my Dad could pull it off, but I'd like to learn how to do this stuff myself.

 

[stewtheking]

Sounds like a corking idea to me. I was going to do that myself, but then I found a use for the Cmoy I had built, and ended up keeping it.