[earthpeople]

I have a question, listed in the title. What is a standard CKKIII (as in made from pretty standard parts, nothing special, extra expensive or otherwise exotic) comparable to as far as other full size amps? If it costs about $200-$250 to build, is it still worth it to build it (other than for personal satisfaction) or purchase a different amp?

I'm strongly considering building one when funds permit, but I just want to make sure it's worth the money and time first. Thanks!

 

[FallenAngel]

It's a very good sounding amp, well worth building.

 

[earthpeople]

Thanks FallenAngel. I feel more confident about my decision after hearing it from you, heh.

 

[MomijiTMO]

Can't wait till I get my used one. I'll compare it to the Heed Canamp which is like $450 at your end?

 

[FallenAngel]

Yeah... you'll toss the CanAmp after hearing the CK2.

 

[MomijiTMO]

Well that's the plan

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[ksu06]

I had a chance to A/B the CK2III and the PPA and preferred the PPA by a little bit (I should mention the PPA had OPA627 installed). The bass was a bit tighter and the detail was better with the PPA while the CK2III had the smoother midrange. I am not a DIYer so I don't really know what the difference in parts costs are, but regardless, both have great synergy with Senns, you won't be disappointed!

 

[earthpeople]

These are great things to hear! heh, I hope to be able to get working on it soon

 

[revolink24]

From everything I've done, DIY is almost always good value, at least the often=talked about ones are often talked about for a reason. I prefer a $150 SSMH to Gilmore Lites and the like.

 

[dasmb]

It's a good value, but only if you're patient, meticulous and willing to troubleshoot.

In my younger days I planned to build a 300B, then nuked $200 in NoS parts (rectifier, transformer and couple caps) the first time I tested the supply. Had to eat PB&J for a month and got nothing out of it but some ozone and a sad story.