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Happiness is .....
Playing music through an EMM Labs DAC2X into a Pass Labs XP-30 preamp, a Dartzeel NHB-108 amp and TAD CR-1 speakers. I've been around the block several times with this, as you all well know. I keep coming back to my Dartzeel on my CR-1's. What can I say? It sounds like music, natural and unforced. Why? I can't say, but I can tell you I am enjoying the current combo.
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I can't imagine this being the end of your journey, though
Do you like the XP-30 better than the GAT in your system?
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Are these in Joe's future?
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Joe, It's all about synergy. Tomorrow you will listen to the Dyns again with the PR350 and will find the combo awesome too. We just need multiple rooms my friend ! Sent from my iPad using A.Aficionado
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Maybe these Last edited by joeinid; 09-01-2012 at 01:06 PM. |
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I believe in the synergy from matching preamp and amps by the same manufacturer whenever possible. I am just puzzled, given the electronics you seem to prefer (Dartzeel, Pass), that you are reluctant to try a full tube system.
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I am reluctant for a couple of reasons. My stereo is on for the better part of 12 hours a day. I know multiple systems have been recommended before, but I don't have the room and I do not like switching back and forth. Tube maintenance would be astronomical. I have considered and still do consider a GAT/ART setup. Maybe in the future. I do not want tube gear with fans which leaves out ARC. Maybe a lower powered tube setup with appropriate speakers would be a consideration.
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I have alway loved Pass as far back as the Aleph 0
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Joe...did you have a thread on the new XP30 or did you just slip that one by us? I can't keep up with the revolving door chez Joe
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I've had many Pass pieces before so I know what I am getting into. The heat of tubes without the maintenance
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