Thanks for recommending the Weiss DAC – I’ll definitely give it a try! Has anyone had experience pairing the AIC-10 with the Holo May KTE? I'm curious to hear any thoughts or experiences with this combination
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Riviera AIC-10 headphones & speakers amplifier
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I might have an opportunity at a decently-priced AIC through a friend. Obviously I know it synergises well with Susvara, but has anyone tried it with the ZMF Caldera? I am debating upgrading my Ferrum stack to either a WA23 or AIC-10, and would appreciate any insights on how much of an "upgrade" to anticipate or how the WA23 compares to AIC. I am mainly hoping for a slightly more "emotional" and "musical" experience than the Susvara out of Ferrum/Rockna WL, while improving overall dynamics and "energy".
I love my Caldera w/ the AIC10-BAL running G73-R. Can't really name anything that I wish for. Note that in HP-LOW mode, with my input signal usually the Riviera is at 9 to 10 oclock volume. It'd be great if there's even a lower power mode for these relatively sensitive headphones.
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I just listed my DHC Chimera Speaker Tap adaptor -> 4-pin XLR. Chimera is easily the best cable I've heard using sus on aic, and the adaptor takes it that extra step. If someone from this thread wants it, just mention the thread in your PM and I'll give you an even better price. Only selling to raise funds for a super rare used item for my dac I stumbled across and will 100% will be buying another in the near future
Currently borrowing aic-10 from @msq123 . This amp sounds absolutely incredible, so euphoric. This and masskobo 465 for me takes the cake for best amp for susvara. I will be borrowing a wavedream signature balanced soon to pair with it Which i'm sure will be a better match. Will post my thoughts once I've spent time with both 1266, sus, rolling tubes and trying different dacs but yeh just wow. Currently using g73r for sus.
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Currently borrowing aic-10 from @msq123 . This amp sounds absolutely incredible, so euphoric. This and masskobo 465 for me takes the cake for best amp for susvara. I will be borrowing a wavedream signature balanced soon to pair with it Which i'm sure will be a better match. Will post my thoughts once I've spent time with both 1266, sus, rolling tubes and trying different dacs.
Enjoy..
I’ve found the AIC to be so much better than the 465 with the Susvara - more life, body, texture, character (and was the reason i ended choosing it).