I was asking about a solid state amp that would compliment the HE-500s. I appreciate the love you have for the W3000's
as they look and feel beautiful.
I have never heard the O2. However, I have years of listening experience with the HE-500s
and a long history of AT cans, including the w5000s, the AD900 and the AD2000. In concept and practice, the differences
between closed cans (like the W3000) and open planar cans like the HE-500, are substantial and striking, principally
in soundstage and detail and instrument placement. I'm very skeptical that there is no discernible difference between
the Lyr and O2 through the HE-500's. I would love to hear that comparison for myself at a meet sometime.
As for "the pride of ownership or look/appeal of the Schiit product vs. the JDS Labs is another discussion...".?
I'm looking for an amp that pairs well with my HEs, not a desktop bling box.
On a final note, JDS Labs' cMoy bb, it is the best sounding can o' mints I have ever owned.
Thanks for sharing,