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Violectric HPA V550 - Blue's Brother and the successor to the V281
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DAPpower
1000+ Head-Fier
When I reviewed the V550 I didn't have the Susvara.
Now that I have them I am using the V222 and V380² and they blow them at just +6dB.
Sonic - wise, the synergy is amazing especially with the V222. It makes them sound fuller and very organic without treble sharpness. Best synergy from an ss amp so far.
I really wish I had kept my V222 and bought a Susvara too haha. The V222 did wonders for my Caldera.
Perhaps one of these days I can downgrade to the V222 and get myself a Susvara
Or you can keep your V550 and save for the Susvara.I really wish I had kept my V222 and bought a Susvara too haha. The V222 did wonders for my Caldera.
Perhaps one of these days I can downgrade to the V222 and get myself a Susvara
DAPpower
1000+ Head-Fier
Or you can keep your V550 and save for the Susvara.
I tested the Susvara on my V550, imo the V550 is too transparent to use with the Susvara, too bright of a setup.
The V222 sounds like it is a great match for the Susvara, it will push the mids forward and make it not fatiguing to listen to.
borkenarrou
500+ Head-Fier
Instead of the V222 can a R2R DAC or even the Bifrost 2 (OG not 64) help in this scenario, just my 2 cents.I tested the Susvara on my V550, imo the V550 is too transparent to use with the Susvara, too bright of a setup.
The V222 sounds like it is a great match for the Susvara, it will push the mids forward and make it not fatiguing to listen to.
DAPpower
1000+ Head-Fier
Instead of the V222 can a R2R DAC or even the Bifrost 2 (OG not 64) help in this scenario, just my 2 cents.
Thanks, I don't think I liked any R2R DAC that I've tried, I think the V222 is unique as it sounds like a SS and tube hybrid.
Either way, I want to stick with Violectric, I'm a sucker for those sexy volume pots. The only other Violectric I have yet to get my hands on is a V281.
I tested the Susvara on my V550, imo the V550 is too transparent to use with the Susvara, too bright of a setup.
The V222 sounds like it is a great match for the Susvara, it will push the mids forward and make it not fatiguing to listen to.
I agree, V550 is too much of a good thing with the Susvara. Only for people who seek ultimate transparency and uber technicalities.Thanks, I don't think I liked any R2R DAC that I've tried, I think the V222 is unique as it sounds like a SS and tube hybrid.
Either way, I want to stick with Violectric, I'm a sucker for those sexy volume pots. The only other Violectric I have yet to get my hands on is a V281.
The V222 is perfect for the Susvara, very addictive listening.
OTOH, the ZMF Caldera+v550 is really, really spectacular.I agree, V550 is too much of a good thing with the Susvara.
DAPpower
1000+ Head-Fier
Yup, my experience as well.OTOH, the ZMF Caldera+v550 is really, really spectacular.
The V550 and my Caldera is a good match.
Just not for the Susvara unfortunately.
Practice has shown that the perception of the amplifier is very dependent on the gain used. Question to the owners, with what gain do you listen to headphones from the V550? Why are you using this particular gain setting?
In my installation, Holo May is connected via XLR to the V590 (used as an amplifier), the Vio is supplied with 5.8 volts from the DAC.
All headphones are connected to the XLR output. As a result, we get listening:
- Abyss 1266 at +6 gain.
- DCA Stealth at 0 gain.
- Fostex 610 at -18 gain.
The magic power of dip switches.
In my installation, Holo May is connected via XLR to the V590 (used as an amplifier), the Vio is supplied with 5.8 volts from the DAC.
All headphones are connected to the XLR output. As a result, we get listening:
- Abyss 1266 at +6 gain.
- DCA Stealth at 0 gain.
- Fostex 610 at -18 gain.
The magic power of dip switches.
5.8 volts from the DAC.
And here I thought my DAC @ 4 volts balanced sounded too intense
DAPpower
1000+ Head-Fier
Pregain DIP switches on the back, another perk of Violectric amps.
Pharmaboy
Headphoneus Supremus
Pregain for the headphone output on the back + pregain for the line out inside, another perk of the mighty V281...Pregain DIP switches on the back, another perk of Violectric amps.
Is it the same for the V550? Just realized I don't know the answer.
Pharmaboy
Headphoneus Supremus
I do believe this is the shortest post on record.
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