The JPS Labs: Abyss AB-1266 Impressions Thread
Nov 18, 2020 at 2:33 PM Post #12,844 of 22,434
Was the custom color done by Abyss?
Yup 1000$ but they can do all kinds of wild stuff, like custom grills, and exotic leathers - your imagination is the limit but in my case it was the wallet
 
Nov 18, 2020 at 3:04 PM Post #12,845 of 22,434
I'm thinking about upgrading my Topping A90 to a tube amp. What are some of the good tube amps that can bring out the most out of 1266 TC, is Woo Wa33 the recommended tube amp to drive it? I also have heard good things about the pathos tube headphone amp. Not sure which one is better.

I have a Fezz Audio Omega Lupi and it drives the TC’s amazingly well.
 
Nov 18, 2020 at 3:41 PM Post #12,848 of 22,434
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Nov 18, 2020 at 4:12 PM Post #12,850 of 22,434
This is the stand I plan on getting. Can it accommodate slight toe in of the headband? I have mine adjusted forward a bit and would hate to have to readjust every time I take it off the stand.

Yes, it does, at least for the toe in I’m using. Never have to re adjust.

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Nov 18, 2020 at 5:18 PM Post #12,851 of 22,434
Hi there. Looking to pick up a DAC+AMP combo that would drive the TC well. Looking out for suggestions. I've been out of the scene for a while so I'm not too sure where to start looking!

Looking to keep costs down to a minimum as this is a temporary purchase until I have the funds and desk space for something nicer.

Also, I dont stream music via any web based service so those slightly fancier features aren't too important. :)
 
Nov 18, 2020 at 5:41 PM Post #12,852 of 22,434
In terms of a combo unit, the best I have used are the Simaudio Moon 430HAD, and and Chord Hugo TT2. However, the TT2 in particular is too much in terms of cost, though you may be able to get an OK deal on a used 430HAD.

In terms of cheaper options, the new iFi iDSD Micro Signature is certainly one to consider. I own the Black Label micro iDSD, and I can only imagine the Signature is the same or better.
 
Nov 18, 2020 at 6:45 PM Post #12,853 of 22,434
the TT2 DAC is head and shoulders better than the moon...not even close
 
Nov 18, 2020 at 6:46 PM Post #12,854 of 22,434
the TT2 DAC is head and shoulders better than the moon...not even close


Agreed, but on a budget, its probably out of his range.
 
Nov 18, 2020 at 10:03 PM Post #12,855 of 22,434
Just bought a Wells Audio Reference Milo which puts out 10 watts into 46 ohms. Needed ss because got too many tubes and I found a place to hide it from the wife but I’m screwed when my custom amp comes in February. If Milo pans out with TC might sell WA33. Only good thing about that is saving on expensive tubes. The custom amp is Ultra Sonic Studios Custom Citadel.
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