The JPS Labs: Abyss AB-1266 Impressions Thread
Nov 27, 2020 at 12:15 AM Post #12,961 of 22,511
in my case I have sold and rebought the same item numerous times,grass is always greener
 
Nov 27, 2020 at 12:18 AM Post #12,962 of 22,511
Same here. Tell myself I won't do that again. And I never do, until I do.:jecklinsmile:
 
Nov 27, 2020 at 1:31 AM Post #12,963 of 22,511
Somebody else sold their wa33 recently too (can’t remember his name). He mentioned that he realized it was a big mistake after he sold it. But, I guess we all eventually want to try something new. I guess :thinking:
That was me.
Fortunately I just made a deal with @Bonddam and will be the owner of a WA33 once again!

Haha. @joseph69, Studio or your regret.
After speaking with the seller of the ECST I've decided to pass after he mentioned it's on the same level as the WA33 SE.
I also prefer the aesthetics of the WA33 much more, as well as knowing what I'm going to hear again and living very close to Woo Audio incase something should go wrong. Thanks again for your input, Cory, I appreciate it.
 
Nov 27, 2020 at 1:34 AM Post #12,964 of 22,511
Nov 27, 2020 at 4:23 AM Post #12,965 of 22,511
in my case I have sold and rebought the same item numerous times,grass is always greener
Know the feeling...on my 5th pair of HD800(S).
 
Nov 27, 2020 at 6:29 AM Post #12,966 of 22,511
Know the feeling...on my 5th pair of HD800(S).

LOL, The "S" may no longer be the darling of audiodom but it's a revised classic that I can't see myself parting with. Provides a nice contrast to my Phi and SR1a in sound, and fit. Variety is the spice... as they say. Matching with proper amp-ing is the key to wring out the best each is capable of.
 
Nov 27, 2020 at 12:56 PM Post #12,969 of 22,511
Just bit the bullet and ordered the TC from headamp with their discount, there is still one more unit left if someone else is interested.
Nice to have free shipping too.
Good man.
 
Nov 30, 2020 at 3:11 PM Post #12,971 of 22,511
After numbers of different trials, I found my amp. I strongly suggest Luminare to drive these power hungry guys. Hugo TT2 is quite good match as dac. I tried RME ADI dac as well.

Thanks to Headphone Audition Amsterdam for custom design stand for 1266.I don’t think so there is better stand on the market.
 

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Nov 30, 2020 at 5:30 PM Post #12,972 of 22,511
Just bit the bullet and ordered the TC from headamp with their discount, there is still one more unit left if someone else is interested.
Nice to have free shipping too.
Last I checked they were sold out at headamp BUT Woo Audio has their 10 percent off sale (with a free HP stand to boot) for a couple more hours if anybody wants one - I decided the finally upgrade from the OG because the Diana Phi spoiled me - I love the bass on the OG, the treble on the Diana Phi and thought wouldn’t it be nice if they had had one headphone that handles them both and, perusing this thread, figured the TC would fit the bill. It will be send right from Abyss in NY and three week lead time - a decent wait but crossing my fingers it’ll be here by Christmas. Can’t wait!
 
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Dec 1, 2020 at 12:33 PM Post #12,974 of 22,511
Has anyone tried two or more of these amps with the ab1266? Im looking for comparisons between cayin ha300, woo wa33 and wells audio headtrip II
Add the Trafomatic Primavera to your list.
 
Dec 1, 2020 at 12:34 PM Post #12,975 of 22,511
Has anyone tried two or more of these amps with the ab1266? Im looking for comparisons between cayin ha300, woo wa33 and wells audio headtrip II

I have the Well Headtrip II Level II. I don't have much to compare it to other than the Bakoon AMP-13R, and honestly, I can't imagine it getting any better. It simultaneously drives my 1266 TC and Susvara with ease. I'm pairing these amps with a LampizatOr Golden Atlantic TRP 2 that uses tubes for the analog stage, which warms up any potential harshness from a SS amp, and really adds to the musicality. The only other amp I'm considering adding my stable is the Primavera the @paradoxper mentioned above.
 
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