[vorlonix]

So i just bit on one of these from ebay.

Will it be better to use it as the head-amp, or pre-amp to my current amp which is a META42 driving a pair of DT770's and A900's?

 

[oatmeal769]

Quote:

Originally Posted by vorlonix /img/forum/go_quote.gif So i just bit on one of these from ebay. Will it be better to use it as the head-amp, or pre-amp to my current amp which is a META42 driving a pair of DT770's and A900's?

I don't know what a META42 is, but the Zero's stock output is very nice for the price indeed.

 

[vorlonix]

META42 = old school DIY amp from years back.
META42 Headphone Amplifier
i havnt followed the scene so i have no idea what's replaced it.

 

[Snicewicz]

I am still waiting on my Zero. Its shipped and its pending inspection from customs, they better not hurt it

 

[LaZyKun]

the waiting is hard but I can assure you its well worth it hehe

 

[kwekeugene]

Hey guys,

I have the LT1364 in for my amps. They sound great but there's the heat issue. I can touch it at most for 2-3 seconds before pulling my fingers away.

How about the heatsinks mentioned earlier? Does it help?

FISCHER ELEKTRONIK | ICK SMD A 8 SA | Heatsinks | Semiconductor Accessories, Prototyping & Antistatic | Farnell UK

 

[sdgserv]

I want a new Nob..

Some where in these 256 pages there is a link to a place that sells nobs. I have seen it.
Any help would be appreaciated

 

[Penchum]

Quote:

Originally Posted by fl00r /img/forum/go_quote.gif This confuses me a bit. I have connected the ZERO's RCA out to my DarkVoice in. Now, I've got two possibilities: 1. Green light on the ZERO is on: both volume control on the ZERO and the Darvoice control the sound volume. 2. Green light on the ZERO is off: only the volume control on the Darkvoice effects the volume. From my limited knowledge the 2nd option is the 'true' pre-amp mode, no? If not, should I set the volume on the ZERO to max in the first configuration? Excuse my ignorance....

Hi!!

Yes, the #2 above is the line level output. Fixed. Never changes.
#1 above, is a variable output using the volume knob on the Zero. Some stereo amplifiers, mono block types and vintage amps have only a fixed output, relying on the pre-amp to adjust the final output to the speakers. This is where the "variable pre-amp" option works the best. With headphone amplifiers, most have a built in volume control, so #1 doesn't help them much, if any.

Using it either way is ok, just slightly confusing.

I'm glad the option is there, for when I test different equipment. I can lower the output and bring it up as needed. For day to day listening enjoyment, I use #2 all the time.

Both are clean and it doesn't seem to add noise, so this is a good thing.

 

[Penchum]

Quote:

Originally Posted by sdgserv /img/forum/go_quote.gif I want a new Nob.. Some where in these 256 pages there is a link to a place that sells nobs. I have seen it. Any help would be appreaciated

I get my knobs from Parts ConneXion. There is a link over in the left hand sponsors add. They sell solid brass with several different coatings, gold, brushed grey, chrome and black.

 

[circuithero]

Where's the best place to get one now?

 

[sdgserv]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Penchum /img/forum/go_quote.gif I get my knobs from Parts ConneXion. There is a link over in the left hand sponsors add. They sell solid brass with several different coatings, gold, brushed grey, chrome and black.

Thank you... Thank you
Is the one you got the smaller one? What diam..

Also Penchum..I wanted to thank you for this thread and the review..My Zero has no been shut off since I received it. It really has enhanced the sound of my tube amps

 

[Snicewicz]

Well i got my zero yesterday but I havent had a chance to use it because I dont have the toslink to the mini optical cable.

Anyone know a store in the US that would carry the adapter or a cord? I really dont want to have to wait for shipping over the internet.

 

[ascherjim]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snicewicz /img/forum/go_quote.gif Well i got my zero yesterday but I havent had a chance to use it because I dont have the toslink to the mini optical cable. Anyone know a store in the US that would carry the adapter or a cord? I really don't want to have to wait for shipping over the internet.

I think I encountered the same problem as you a few days ago (if I understand you correctly). I ordered my adapter from Headroom in Montana. They cost less than $2.00.

 

[10068]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Penchum /img/forum/go_quote.gif I couldn't read a thing there.

This is probably old news... but...

Translated version of http://www.tianyun100.com/cp.htm

Google Translate for the win!

 

[10068]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Penchum /img/forum/go_quote.gif After some deep consideration and figuring out how I want to bridge my digital equipment with my analog equipment, I came to realize that the Zero has really done an excellent job, so I have ordered a second unit.

Your sure this isn't FOTM-itis? lol