[tim0chan]

Anyone try 3.5 out to rca on mobile to sp200? Will it sound bad?

From a phone? I suggest you get a DAC if you're already spending so much on an amp

 

[chaotic_angel]

Anyone try 3.5 out to rca on mobile to sp200? Will it sound bad?

Tried with DTR1 LO sound awesome clarity all the way

 

[muths66]

Tried with DTR1 LO sound awesome clarity all the way

Will be waiting for topping e30 pair up

 

[340519]

Question for you all: if I have the gain on low and the volume maxed with the pot and control the volume at source, will the amp be clipping with low volumes? It seems like this is a good way to go for channel imbalance and maximum potential for the amp. I cannot sense any clipping.

 

[Dionysus]

Just received my SP200 ordered a few days back based on some very positive reviews and I needed a small footprint desktop amp. I have been listening now for a few hours, wow what a fantastic sounding amp, good bass rumble, great decay, super detailed, clean. For the price this little amp sells for, its a pretty fantastic value, Very impressed. I felt compelled to give this amp a strong recommendation at under 300.00 dollars its a bargain imho of course.

 

[Dionysus]

So I burn this amp now for a few days. what's everyones thoughts on single ended versus the xlr outputs? I understand that the output in xlr is mostly to facilitate endusers with balanced cables. So, is connecting a DAC via the balanced input provide any audible performance gains? thank you in advance.

 

[Uebelkraehe]

Actually, according to SMSL RCA should be better. However, shouldn't be audible anyway if i remember correctly. XLR is only for convenience.

 

[Dionysus]

Actually, according to SMSL RCA should be better. However, shouldn't be audible anyway if i remember correctly. XLR is only for convenience.

Thank you, what I thought, appreciate your reply.

 

[staffz93]

How does this compare to the monoprice 887 or the drop 789? Ive read tons of reports but no general consensus...

 

[MRHiFiReviews]

How does this compare to the monoprice 887 or the drop 789? Ive read tons of reports but no general consensus...

Great question not sure if there is a general consensus yet. I am probably going to sell mine.


Edit:

after listening more today and A/B this amp vs. the MCTH for my desktop work station it’s a nice compliment to my listening experience especially for the Aeon2C. I will probably hold onto it since it’s paid for and fits nicely on my desk!

 

[Shane D]

How does this compare to the monoprice 887 or the drop 789? Ive read tons of reports but no general consensus...

If you Google or YouTube that question you will get dozens of pretty authoritative comparisons.

If you ask on a model specific thread, you are unlikely to get any unbiased answers.

 

[staffz93]

Great question not sure if there is a general consensus yet. I am probably going to sell mine.

Thanks for the insight, what are you planning to replace it with?

 

[MRHiFiReviews]

Thanks for the insight, what are you planning to replace it with?

nothing, I have three other amps. I may keep it too if I can’t get a fair price. It’s a good little amp, I do prefer tube hybrid over THX solid state.

 

[Iceberg420]

Sorry for the dumb question, but I've just recently hooked set this up on my desk and am hoping it's okay to leave the amp on full time. Does anyone know if this amp will draw lots of power if left on (ie standby)?

Also, soes anyone have any long term experience with leaving this amp on for long periods of time (ie weeks or more)? Any issues?

 

[MRHiFiReviews]

Sorry for the dumb question, but I've just recently hooked set this up on my desk and am hoping it's okay to leave the amp on full time. Does anyone know if this amp will draw lots of power if left on (ie standby)?

Also, soes anyone have any long term experience with leaving this amp on for long periods of time (ie weeks or more)? Any issues?

I personally always turn mine off when not in use as I do with all my gear to prolong life, reduce electricity consumption, and potential heat related issues.