Sam Spade
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These are 43mm and are flexible, you might be able to get something off the shelf : https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001179833921.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.21933c000rBujb&mp=1
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Sam Spade
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Yep opamp connectors galore:
45mm :https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001179833921.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.21933c000rBujb&mp=1
30mm https://www.bursonaudio.com/product/35mm-extension-lead-x-2/
short and straight or bent https://shoppingcart.aliexpress.com/shopcart/shopcartDetail.htm?spm=a2g0o.detail.0.0.1ecb48b85X3XFs
That was just a quick search
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Please do post your impressions. I have the XD-05 Plus as well. Just got it. I was looking at changing the op amp. The Muse 02 is one of my finalist based on what I read. The other 3 are the Burson V5i and the OPA 2227 and 2228. I only added them in case you have any experiences with them as well. I'm after a wide soundstage, very detailed, warm sounding, not analytical and edgy, with good dynamics and bass output. I'm new to this op amp thing, so any info you have would be a big help.I just got a Burson V6 Vivid and stuck it in my Xduoo 05+. Initial impressions are VERY good. I've got 6 TIs and the Muse 02 at the moment for testing. V6 is FAR better than any of the TI's and it's not subtle. It's bold and rippling with detail and power. Instant love. Will post a more in depth review.
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I have a burson V5i and V6 Classic, and tested with 2228, 1612, 8820, 1361, 1364, 8620, 275 and 49720.
For price/performance 2228 is best opamp and you can buy. You can use a little better 228 as 2x single configuration for xd05+
V5i will be notable superior. Quite similar in sound signature to 2228 but definitely higher level. You can go for V5i dual for better fit.
V6 Classic (don't heard vivid) is only a little better than V5i. 40% more power consumption and can't fit without heavy modifications, no protection from RFI as V5i.
V6 is made for hi-grade desktop audio equipment as upgrade stock IC and there can really do the job.
I have a burson V5i and V6 Classic, and tested with 2228, 1612, 8820, 1361, 1364, 8620, 275 and 49720.
For price/performance 2228 is best opamp and you can buy. You can use a little better 228 as 2x single configuration for xd05+
V5i will be notable superior. Quite similar in sound signature to 2228 but definitely higher level. You can go for V5i dual for better fit.
V6 Classic (don't heard vivid) is only a little better than V5i. 40% more power consumption and can't fit without heavy modifications, no protection from RFI as V5i.
V6 is made for hi-grade desktop audio equipment as upgrade stock IC and there can really do the job.
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Thank you so much for your help with this. Ok, so the Burson V5i Dual will give me the sound signature I'm looking for. Should I look out for fakes? Are there certain websites I should go to?
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Go direct to burson. They are great.
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I agree with Sam spade, Burson has great service and reliable shipping, I was surprised because normally shipping is not easy to my country but it got here in about 10 days.
Fastest non express shipping I ever had
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Ive bought op amps and low jitter digital clock from them about 10 years ago to mod my marantz CD80 plus new caps and a Philips TDA1541A S2 double crown d/a converter. I've bought a conductor 3x ref and audeze LCD3 package from them. And a pair of V6 classic dual op amps. Alex and dennis are excellent, great service honest advice and opinions. And their equipment is sensational quality and value. And i love the way they structure their range it's strong at every price point. Someting for everyone great quality, performance AND value. When i wanted to try the Sparko Pro op amps in my conductor i asked their opinion because a pair of sparko pros draw i reckon it's at least 5 times the current than the burson V6s. They were great and happy to advise. Burson are like these bunch of maniacs obsessed with pushing the envelope making better products at a great price. They seem to be in it for love not profit. Mind you i have 4 pairs of Audeze at the moment and Chris at Audeze is a dead set legend too another great company with great products. I have a Sparko Aries fed by a Chord Qutest in my home office and Andrew Sparko is just great too and his partner Alisa i think her name is.
There are some really good audio companies out there. I love my Chord and Astell & Kern gear too, as well as marantz, musical fidelity, Rotel and Dali but I've never dealt with those companies directly.
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It is the dual and not the single, correct? I'm ordering once you tell me which one.
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Never mind. Your already posted dual.
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I can't advise on dual or single it depends on the unit id ask the manufacturer and ask burson as well.
Did anyone ever try a NJM4580? It is old but compared to several opamps I find it very nice to listen to. Especially set to class-A.
My sparkos with xd05 plus. The Sparkos make the sound a little bit snappier than stock op amp.
I also tried OPA627AU which make the sound too soft for my tastes.
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How did you get the screws off? I can't get mine off. I went and purchased 2 screwdriver kits, 1 being a 60 piece. I thought it was a T6 torx but that didn't work.
My sparkos with xd05 plus. The Sparkos make the sound a little bit snappier than stock op amp.
I also tried OPA627AU which make the sound too soft for my tastes.
It used a normal hex screw. You can buy an Allen key set in metrics system and it good to go. I'm not sure if it is 2mm or 1.5mm.
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