JanMc
500+ Head-Fier
Yes, they asked for the all the accessories to go back in the box. I sent everything but the decals.
Schiit Valhalla 3 - Impressions Thread
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larryhokie
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What is the recommended adaptor for use with these and the Valhalla 3?By the way, those Psvane tubes have a discount right now. Here is what I just paid.
Do you think its just worth it for variety sake to tube roll the 2 and keep it or just upgrade to stock 3?
Ripper2860
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My personal take would be to upgrade to Valhalla 3 (and roll tunes on that for variety).
Ripper2860
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Ditto the above. The 2 amps are not even in the same league, IMHO - even with VH3 using stock tubes.
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bevanc
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I'll add my thoughts here. The Valhalla 3 may just replace all my amps. Yes, I have rolled some tubes in, but all combinations that I'd used with Valhalla 2. When you can drive planars like the Arya Stealth and Aeon Noire so well, and have them benefit from everything that tubes give them it really is astonishing. And the no feedback setting is permanently on. If you only use the Valhalla 2 with HD600 or HD650, then maybe just tube roll, but even then, Valhalla 3 is better. Detail is outstanding, as well as separation, even on stock tubes.
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I got one of the closeout VH2s and am considering selling it (before everyone hears about VH 3
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Ripper2860
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You should definitely do that! 
HWB3
Headphoneus Supremus
It's good to see some positive reviews coming in. This might be the next amp for me. I've already brought it up to my wife twice without any push back which is very encouraging. Lol.
JanMc
500+ Head-Fier
I've been using the V3 almost exclusively as a preamp to my Aegir into my Zu Omen IIs. It is far better than a Saga+ or a Lyr 3. It is tubier and has better imaging and just sounds so musical and live that I would not want to go back. The only reason I would use something else is because I need a remote. Jason really has outdone himself. My stereo now sounds better than any I ever expected to own, and for not much money.
I got the last black one on closeout at the Schittr before they closed the locationI got one of the closeout VH2s and am considering selling it (before everyone hears about VH 3
now offloading one will go for what 90$ at best 
Yes, I was told to send all accessories with the Valhalla 3.
NippleSauce
New Head-Fier
Just wanted to post a quick update comment:
I have received my replacement V3 on Friday and have rolled the tubes from the start. And thankfully enough, I have not experienced a single audio drop throughout the weekend. Overall soundstage is a bit different as well, and slightly more enjoyable?
@j0val I also tried (and will keep) using my perfectly matched pair 6N6P GGs and JJ ECC88 Gold Pins and really admire the sound provided. The JJs provide this added warmth that puts a small emphasis on that wonderful tube sound. Depending on your headphones and audio preferences, I can understand why so many folks online had suggested the JJs over the Gold Lions for frequent/regular listening use.
I have received my replacement V3 on Friday and have rolled the tubes from the start. And thankfully enough, I have not experienced a single audio drop throughout the weekend. Overall soundstage is a bit different as well, and slightly more enjoyable?
@j0val I also tried (and will keep) using my perfectly matched pair 6N6P GGs and JJ ECC88 Gold Pins and really admire the sound provided. The JJs provide this added warmth that puts a small emphasis on that wonderful tube sound. Depending on your headphones and audio preferences, I can understand why so many folks online had suggested the JJs over the Gold Lions for frequent/regular listening use.
