D'Agostino Momentum or Krell EVO One's

[Pojuojuo]

Imho D'Agostino momentum haven't the typical sismic bass fron Krell gear. They aso run cooler and the sound is a little bit more fast/analytic.

Anyway, you are talking about probably best amps ever made. You'll right with both of them.

Talking about Viola Bravo, one of my best friends has it with a Spirito preamp, really goood and sweet sound, but not for all publics... I prefer KRELL

[mgakathereaper]

I have been absent for awhile from the forums but figured I would chime in. I have been playing Krell EVO 1's through my Vivid Audio Giya G2's for a good 6-8 months. The EVO 1's are a very nice improvement over the 600's so I have been very happy.

I have been seeing a lot of positive reviews on the Momentums and would still entertain the A/B comparison if I can manage a demo in-house. Ultimately I would like to compare the D'Agastino Preamp with Momentum Monos against my current Krell EVO 707 with Krell EVO 1 Monos.

I imagine there would be some differences, but not sure it would be significant enough for me to make the switch. I will keep you posted if I can setup this comparison.

I am very happy with my current setup but always intrigued by new offerings... It appears Dartzeel is getting a lot of positive response here as well. My current focus is on the dCS Vivaldi...

[tom_hankins]

I've heard Vivid speakers at several shows sound really good with Luxman amplifiers. At your price range have you had a chance to demo the luxman B-1000f monoblocks?

[mgakathereaper]

I have not had the chance to demo Luxman. A couple other have pointed out that I should add them to the mix given they are paired with Vivids at most shows. I will add them to my short list. Thanks for the note.

[Cellindo]

I know very well the G2 as my closest friend has one pair. I think that these speakers are soooo good that only the best source will do them justice. In consequence, I would vote for the dCS Vivadi DAC, as the most effective upgrade!

[mgakathereaper]

I agree with your assessment of the Giya's, but I am a bit biased... I am thinking the Vivaldi would get me the biggest sonic improvement as well. However, this would come at a cost. Currently using Memory Player 64 through Soulution 540 which sounds fantastic but Vivaldi would take it to the next level.