[Imusicman]

It does add more warmth but not much, the synergy is almost perfect that's I can not say that it add warmth. I only know the one thing is that my WM1Z is already warmth, and I have no other lean amps to try it on. From WM1Z to TA, the Utopia get slightly more warmth and smoothness

Sounds interesting. Thanks

 

[Imusicman]

I'm going to second that. My primary rig is now the ES amp, 1Z DAP and the Utopia.

Good to know. I think I will like this slight tilt towards warmth/smoothness. This plus one other is exactly the set up I am considering. The other is the Liquid gold. Any thoughts?

 

[TSAVJason]

Good to know. I think I will like this slight tilt towards warmth/smoothness. This plus one other is exactly the set up I am considering. The other is the Liquid gold. Any thoughts?

The ES Amplifier has features like it's DAC and connectivity options and has a silkyness where the Cavalli is straight analog with a very sweet sound. Cavalli is down to 1 new Gold and 2 Demo units so that option is getting thin unless you buy one soon or get a used piece.

 

[Imusicman]

The ES Amplifier has features like it's DAC and connectivity options and has a silkyness where the Cavalli is straight analog with a very sweet sound. Cavalli is down to 1 new Gold and 2 Demo units so that option is getting thin unless you buy one soon or get a used piece.

 
I am trying to secure one. I have put an advertisement in the forum for pristine used or demo unit for $3000 all in inc PayPal and shipping.
Would it be worth contacting Cavalli directly?

 

[TSAVJason]

I am trying to secure one. I have put an advertisement in the forum for pristine used or demo unit for $3000 all in inc PayPal and shipping.
Would it be worth contacting Cavalli directly?

They no longer sell direct and they don't have anymore either.

 

[purk]

The ES Amplifier has features like it's DAC and connectivity options and has a silkyness where the Cavalli is straight analog with a very sweet sound. Cavalli is down to 1 new Gold and 2 Demo units so that option is getting thin unless you buy one soon or get a used piece.

There is no doubt that the Cavalli LG is clearly a better sounding amp.  I was able to audition one a few months back and it is one of the best sounding dynamic amp that I have tried.  Still I find it is a tad aggressive for the Sennheiser HD800 (maybe it is partly due to the HD800's fault) and a perfect match to the HE-1000 V2.  Super powerful amp that generate plenty of heat due to its Class A operation obviously.  The ES can do more obviously but it isn't as dynamic and could be too "soft" and "smooth" for warmer and lusher sounding headphones.  The sense of space and precise imaging are clearly more special on the LG.

 

[Bikr]

They no longer sell direct and they don't have anymore either.

 
Minor correction: Cavalii Audio still sells their Liquid Carbon 2.0 on their site, but I'm pretty sure supply is limited. Not exactly the Liquid Gold, but does have the Cavalli "house sound". 

 

[TSAVJason]

Minor correction: Cavalii Audio still sells their Liquid Carbon 2.0 on their site, but I'm pretty sure supply is limited. Not exactly the Liquid Gold, but does have the Cavalli "house sound". 

Nope all gone. Warren and I confirmed with Alex yesterday. The web site needs updating

 

[Bikr]

Nope all gone. Warren and I confirmed with Alex yesterday. The web site needs updating

 
Good to know! I purchased one a few weeks ago which is why I thought it was still available. Seems that many of these high-end audio companies have a hard time keeping their sites up to date, both content- and design-wise! :/

Back on topic…
 
Anyone hear the TA-ZH1ES with a pair of Mr Speakers Alpha Primes? Wondering how that pairing would compare with the Primes and a Gungnir Multibit + Liquid Carbon. 

 

[purk]

   
Good to know! I purchased one a few weeks ago which is why I thought it was still available. Seems that many of these high-end audio companies have a hard time keeping their sites up to date, both content- and design-wise! :/

Back on topic…
 
Anyone hear the TA-ZH1ES with a pair of Mr Speakers Alpha Primes? Wondering how that pairing would compare with the Primes and a Gungnir Multibit + Liquid Carbon. 

I don't have the Alpha Prime but the the TA-ZH1ES should have no problem outclassing the Gunnir Multi-bit + Liquid Carbon.  The LC is a great sounding little amp but it has relatively shallow soundstage (due to switching PSU here) and some what harsh treble.  The TA-ZH1ES is definitely superior sound wise to it.

 

[Imusicman]

Guys, apologies if this not exactly on topic for this thread but anyone tell me there thoughts on the WM1A vs WM1Z sound differences if any. Basically there's a massive difference is price. can you hear it?

 

[TSAVJason]

Guys, apologies if this not exactly on topic for this thread but anyone tell me there thoughts on the WM1A vs WM1Z sound differences if any. Basically there's a massive difference is price. can you hear it?

Commensurate with that massive difference in pricing there is an equally massive difference in sound quality and signature.

 

[mrtim6]

I wonder if anyone here has any opinions regarding sound quality and signature between the TA-ZH1ES and the Grace M920.

I know the Grace is a single ended amp/dac, but I thought there has been an elephant in the room since the start of this thread - because the similarities and versatility of both amp/dacs.

I own the previous Grace M903 which I have had for 5 years and still think is a really nice amp/dac combo for a large variety of headphones. Thinking of buy the Sony as an upgraded all in one solution.

The main downsides for me personally, regarding the M903 is no DSD support (I like to rip my vinyl to DSD files) and no option for balanced headphone inputs. Sound quality for an all in one unit is excellent IMO.

 

[mrtim6]

Commensurate with that massive difference in pricing there is an equally massive difference in sound quality and signature.

Choo Choo there goes the hype train yet again...

 

[TSAVJason]

Choo Choo there goes the hype train yet again...

Choo choo there goes the trash talk train :thumbsup_tone1:. Just because I'm a dealer doesn't mean I'm not entitled to an opinion any different than you.