[F208Frank]

No worries. You just gave me what you used that worked OK for you. No biggie. Low or high impedence sounds similar but the "correct number specs" say low impedence. I have OCD. Music sounds better to ME when my OCD is satisfied.

It is quite odd indeed, including the shape of Abyss. But that thing sounds pretty damn good.

Anyone here use Abyss with the HPA4? How would you compare the HPA4 to the Woo?

 

[Drewligarchy]

No worries. You just gave me what you used that worked OK for you. No biggie. Low or high impedence sounds similar but the "correct number specs" say low impedence. I have OCD. Music sounds better to ME when my OCD is satisfied.

It is quite odd indeed, including the shape of Abyss. But that thing sounds pretty damn good.

Anyone here use Abyss with the HPA4? How would you compare the HPA4 to the Woo?

This may be new toy syndrome, but I got my Wa33 last night, and I use an Abyss, and it’s the best I have ever heard them sound.

I did the 30 trial of the HPA4 and returned it. I found it a bit dry sounding in front of my Dave/MScaler. Soundstage is much more in your head, textures aren’t as meaty, and tone isn’t as vivid as with the Wa33.

Plus the Woo looks like this:

 

[F208Frank]

Dig the set up, has that Opto DX device made a big difference audibly for you? I saw it at Can Jam and felt it was a very interesting item. I just hesitant to add to my chain as I have so many things already similar to yours.

Lumin Streamer > HMS > DAVE > WA33 > Abyss

^That to me is too many things already as I was always just a DAC/AMP/Headphone sort of guy and then I frequented these forums, sigh.

 

[Drewligarchy]

Dig the set up, has that Opto DX device made a big difference audibly for you? I saw it at Can Jam and felt it was a very interesting item. I just hesitant to add to my chain as I have so many things already similar to yours.

Lumin Streamer > HMS > DAVE > WA33 > Abyss

^That to me is too many things already as I was always just a DAC/AMP/Headphone sort of guy and then I frequented these forums, sigh.

Yes! I am incredibly sensitive to any glare. I got the Wave Stream cable which do an excellent job, are simpler, and will do all you need for most people. The Opto Dx made my setup 100% glare free - but I use the two in combination with an LPS 1.2 and a Ghent DC cable on the receiver side. As it removes some noise that causes intermodulation distortion, I can hear more micro detail and better imaging - especially those details that contribute to room ambiance.

 

[F208Frank]

Anyone try the KR rectifier compared to the Takatsuki Tube?

 

[F208Frank]

This may be new toy syndrome, but I got my Wa33 last night, and I use an Abyss, and it’s the best I have ever heard them sound.

I did the 30 trial of the HPA4 and returned it. I found it a bit dry sounding in front of my Dave/MScaler. Soundstage is much more in your head, textures aren’t as meaty, and tone isn’t as vivid as with the Wa33.

Plus the Woo looks like this:

Is that 5 inches per rack level or 8？Thanks！

 

[Relaxasaurus]

This may be new toy syndrome, but I got my Wa33 last night, and I use an Abyss, and it’s the best I have ever heard them sound.

Were you using the V281 to power them before? How does it compare to the WA33?

Great setup btw!!

 

[Drewligarchy]

Were you using the V281 to power them before? How does it compare to the WA33?

Great setup btw!!

Thank you! I used an XI Audio Formula S and Powerman which is now for sale. I never loved the Abyss with the v281 for some reason (it's ok), but I love the LCD4 with it - and some other headphones.

 

[Relaxasaurus]

Thank you! I used an XI Audio Formula S and Powerman which is now for sale. I never loved the Abyss with the v281 for some reason (it's ok), but I love the LCD4 with it - and some other headphones.

The WA33 beats the Formula S for pairing with the Abyss??

 

[Drewligarchy]

The WA33 beats the Formula S for pairing with the Abyss??

I prefer it with my system- but it's preference. The Formula S is the best solid state I've heard with the Abyss. If you prefer a solid state sound, you may prefer the Formula S. Also, I have Dave + Mscaler and it synergizes better with the Wa33 than the Formula S, because it can be slightly bright / lean. Depending on your DAC the Formula S may work better. As always, YMMV

 

[Relaxasaurus]

Good to know, appreciate the responses! The Woo sounds like a monster

 

[justonwo]

My WA-33 Elite/JPS should be arriving on Tuesday. Can't wait!

 

[F208Frank]

Justin after speaking to you months ago, I actually got a really similar set up to you.

Did you order the WA33 Elite JPS Edition via Abyss or Woo Audio?

 

[justonwo]

Justin after speaking to you months ago, I actually got a really similar set up to you.

Did you order the WA33 Elite JPS Edition via Abyss or Woo Audio?

I ordered direct from Woo. I don't think you can get the JPS Elite from Abyss. I'd rather get it direct from the source anyway to cut out the middleman. If I'm just ordering something online (with no in-person demo), I don't see much point going through a dealer.

 

[HiFiGuy528]

I ordered direct from Woo. I don't think you can get the JPS Elite from Abyss. I'd rather get it direct from the source anyway to cut out the middleman. If I'm just ordering something online (with no in-person demo), I don't see much point going through a dealer.

Thank you for the support. We look forward to your pictures and listening impression.