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Yeh I'm really hoping my unit isn't DOA or develops an issue later. Getting it fixed does not seem to be a practical option - feel for the guy trying to get his BHSE repaired.
Alpha : traditional poti (high quality manufacturer),
DACT: stepped attenuator (potentially more exact, even lower channel imbalance)
see also Justin's site:
http://www.headamp.com/home_amps/gsx/index.htm
Hey guys ive recently learnt that i have an opportunity to pick up a GS-Xmk 2 and i think im gonna jump on it. Not having to wait the 6-12 months makes it a fairly unique opportunity that im finding hard to pass up. Im very new to the thread so could someone please explain the difference between the DACT and Alpha pots (hope i remembered that right)
The post above gives a brief explanation.
That said, unless you have a very specific reason for wanting one volume control over the other, I wouldn't worry about it. The ability to get a GS-X without the wait would trump pot type - at least for me.
Alpha : traditional poti (high quality manufacturer),
DACT: stepped attenuator (potentially more exact, even lower channel imbalance)
see also Justin's site:
http://www.headamp.com/home_amps/gsx/index.htm
These are two different volume controls.
Alpha doesn't have steps which makes it possible to precisely choose your desired volume level. This may be the best choice if you use sensitive headphones, ie. IEMs and more, and/or listen at moderate loudness levels.
DACT have a limited number (24) of steps multiplied by 3 by the gain switch, probably minus some overlap. You may not be able to precisely choose your desired volume level.
Some source components, ie. DACs, have their own volume control which can assist, compensate or supplant the amlifier volume control. This may influence your choice.
Is that a ch precision C1 dac above the audio research amp??!!
First impression: I'm gonna dump the the packaging of GSX first thing tomorrow morning, you know why?
Is that a ch precision C1 dac above the audio research amp??!!