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I think just about any decent class A amp that can keep up with Sasha's demands would sound gorgeous with them. I have yet to hear something to the contrary.
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My Tidal Contriva Diacera SE is not as efficient as W/P (I use to own W/P 8), so I need oomph more. MX-R is one wonderful sounding rig, but not enough for reproducing the whole symphony work, for the rest like vocal or jazz or pop, rock are no sign of insufficiency. At the price range of Momentum, there are many outstanding choices out there, used FM Acoustics 801A (or even Bi-amped 611), Boulder, etc, Or Tidal electronics (Impact monoblock), are at closed range to find better dynamic/synergy than MX-R. Hope I can complete the amp hunting soon! |
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In a few days, my XA100.5 will have a new companion, an ARC REF5 . I think it will be a great matching. |
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Philip, I will go Hong Kong on 26th, July. do you see any chance I can audit D.D. Momentum in HK? Who should I contact for arrangement.
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I checked with the distributor/dealer here in Hong Kong, and unfortunately the demo pair of Momentums are currently loaned out for a 2nd review by HiFi Review magazine (the 1st review was done by Audiotechnique magazine), and the Momentums won't be returned to them until 3/4-Aug-2011 which is just before the 2011 Hong Kong High-End Audio Visual Show (5 to 7-Aug-2011). If you happen to be around for the 2011 HK AV show, the Momentums will be on display. I understand that the Momentum monoblock amps will most likely be setup with Vivid Audio G1GIYA loudspeakers, Siltech C1 preamp, Krell Evolution 525 CD/DVD Player, coupled with Siltech cabling throughout. In any event, I have mentioned your interest in the Dan D'Agostino Momentums to the distributor/dealer here in Hong Kong, and you can get directly in touch with: Mr. Rex MA Manager Excel Hi-Fi Co., Ltd. 10/F. & 11/F., Grandcastle Commercial Building, 2T Sai Yeung Choi Street South, Mongkok, Hong Kong Tel. (10/F.): +852-2374-3122 (Rex MA is on this floor) Tel. (11/F.): +852-2332-3980 Email (Rex MA): rex.ma@emg-excel.com Email: mailbox@emg-excel.com Website: www.excel-hifi.com Distributor for D.D. Momentum in: Hong Kong, China & Macau Alternatively, if you happen to be in Singapore, you can look up: Mr. Ivan CHENG Owner Norman Audio Pte. Ltd. No. 1, Coleman Street, #04-45 The Adelphi, Singapore 179803 Tel.: +65-6339-8286 Email: info.sg@normanaudio.com Website: www.normanaudio.com Distributor for D.D. Momentum in: Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam Hope this helps. Philip Last edited by psjl; 07-15-2011 at 04:13 AM. |
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Philip, thanks for so detailed info, and do you know how to contact Tidal distributor in HK? I want to try Presencio pre amp as well.
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I have not interacted with the Tidal Audio distributor/dealer here in Hong Kong before. However, as per their website, their contact details are as follows: Audio Exotics, Hong Kong Tel.: +852-9181-8291 Fax: +852-2169-3836 Email: info@audioexotics.com Website: www.audioexotics.hk Good luck! Philip Last edited by psjl; 07-15-2011 at 08:01 AM. |
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quanmer,
You're very welcome. I can see your dilemma; there are certainly many options at this price point. BTW, my friend has a FM 611x that he is using with Wilson X1s and he loves them. They are detailed yet relaxed and natural. My guess are that the drive may not be up to your standards though. Happy hunting! |
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Anyway, the Sashas with the Boulder 2050 was excellent, but the 2050's will definitely not fit into my rack (they're way to deep)! But the Sashas and the Boulder 1050 was a tad "dark" for me. In any event, I do agree with you that my amp search has certainly been interesting and fun so far. |
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