[joseph69]

The EE JPS version only comes with stock tube. So you do need to shell out for upgrade tubes

The JPS (standard edition) comes with upgraded tubes, but the JPS (elite edition) doesn't.

From JPS Labs site;

 

[mahesvara]

The JPS (standard edition) comes with upgraded tubes, but the JPS (elite edition) doesn't.

Note that the JPS SE package sold by Abyss is $13K, which provides you with $2K worth of KR power tubes and $280.00 worth of driver tubes. I don't know what 274B rectifier tube they would give since they didn't specify so I wouldn't know the cost. Subtract all that and you know how much it is for just the Standard edition with JPS wiring. Now ask yourself how much the standard edition costs (if you purchase from Woo) in comparison, then you kinda know the cost of adding Alumiloy wires to a Woo amp.

The EE with JPS wiring used to not exist until I asked for it. It's a custom order and not a package like what Abyss offered. Just for giggles, you can ask Abyss for a full package but with the EE instead and see how much they would charge for

 

[joseph69]

The EE with JPS wiring used to not exist until I asked for it. It's a custom order and not a package like what Abyss offered.

I didn't know JPS offered the EE, but now I understand that you custom ordered it. I was under the impression (going by their site) JPS only offered the SE which is why I pointed out it came with the upgraded driver/power tubes.

 

[AudioDoctor]

Hi all,

Just one more question: Has anyone had the opportunity to hear the WA33 vs. Hifiman's EF1000 amp on the Susvaras? Would love to hear your impressions and/or what you have heard from others who have had an opportunity to compare them.

Thanks again,
Battles

I also have this question.

 

[HiFiGuy528]

I like to hear the EF1000 too. Looks like the Susvara + EF1000 pkg is now available to preorder now. But I can't find the amp only listing.

https://hifiman.com/products/detail/276

 

[strolee]

I am considering selling my WA33 Elite (Silver version) together with all of the upgraded tubes. I have been listening to my speakers much more often lately and I plan on upgrading my 2 channel system. My headphone listening is just not getting the time and attention that this fantastic headphone amplifier deserves.

If anyone on the Forum has any interest in the WA33 Elite, please PM me for further details/pics etc.

 

[AudioDoctor]

I like to hear the EF1000 too. Looks like the Susvara + EF1000 pkg is now available to preorder now. But I can't find the amp only listing.

https://hifiman.com/products/detail/276

If you email them after Feb 2nd (Chinese New Year) they will be glad to get you just the amp... ha.

 

[HiFiGuy528]

If you email them after Feb 2nd (Chinese New Year) they will be glad to get you just the amp... ha.

Maybe it'll be at CanJam NYC this week. I'll keep an eye out for it. I'll have my personal reference Diana v2 by ABYSS for the audition.

 

[F208Frank]

Hi WA33 owners, do you guys use high or low impedance setting on the WA33 for your Abyss headphones?

 

[innocentblood]

Hi WA33 owners, do you guys use high or low impedance setting on the WA33 for your Abyss headphones?

I used High for mine when I still had the 1266 Phi with me. with the SC cables, it was a lovely match. I've since sold my 1266 Phi in order to get the 1266 Phi TC sometime soon (I hope!) as I've really missed this pairing.

 

[mahesvara]

Hi WA33 owners, do you guys use high or low impedance setting on the WA33 for your Abyss headphones?

High power, low impedance for my Diana Phi

 

[Drewligarchy]

I just joined the club today. QQ: So as not to blow up my amp, do I set the voltage to 120 or 110 in the US? The instruction sheet says 120 is for 120-130 and 110 is for 110-120.

I'd assume 120 is correct, but think that my voltage probably fluctuates between 115-120.

Thanks!

Edit: US, NYC

 

[AudioDoctor]

Ideally we're 120/60 here in the US, but that's a good question.

 

[F208Frank]

For the record for Abyss users it is low impedence and high gain for the "settings" also for USA it is definitely 120 unless you have massive power issues.

 

[innocentblood]

For the record for Abyss users it is low impedance and high gain for the "settings" also for USA it is definitely 120 unless you have massive power issues.

thank you for the clarification. I'm sorry for giving you incorrect information