Burmester 911MK3

[Still-One]

Originally Posted by JohnThomas

The clarity of the music is exquisite without a hint of oppressiveness. No fatigue setting in after 4 hours of listening The 911 is like a sleeping giant that have woken up the Hansen Princes. The 911 and 501’s are in different leagues both excellent in what they do. I think 1.2KW would be a more worthy contender. Next to go will be the MDA1000/MCD1000 possible replacement Simaudio 750D.

From what I remember of listening to Burmester gear it had a very fast sound, which is quite different from McIntosh. I enjoyed it quite a bit.

Sounds like you have made a nice choice.
Jim

[two dot]

John,

Glad that you enjoying the new gear...

No doubt, you have moved to a different level.

As good as the 501's are, they can't compete on this level.

[Tonepub]

That's why I like the 911 Mk.3 so much. Best amp I've ever had the pleasure of using. A lot of other great stuff out there (i'm pretty fond of the 1.2kw's too) but the Burmester really takes it to another level WITHOUT tubes. Amazing.

John, for what it's worth, the Sim 750 is very good! Been using that for a couple months now and very impressed!

[two dot]

John,

Have you come up for air yet??? Or are you still listening???

[JohnThomas]

Originally Posted by two dot

John,

Have you come up for air yet??? Or are you still listening???

I've have come up for air. I'm still unbelieveable impress with the sound stage huge.The detail at low volume is fantastic. Now I'm trying to decide whether to do buy a demo Burmester 061 or Sim audio 750 transport or stay with MDA/MCD. I wish I could compare these two to the MDA/MCD combo.

[two dot]

John,

Of course comparing would be best...

I would think that the Burmester would have a certain synergy with the other pieces... and of course the visual aesthetic, if that is important to you.

Please keep up posted as it continues to settle into your system.

Stephen

[JohnThomas]

Well I’ve been a busy lately with my new setup. Andy from Sound by Singer has been excellent to work with. I got a call last week from him stating that he had demo Burmester 011 pre amp for sale. Also if I wanted the 011 I could send back the Burmester 035. Besides the 011 being a better preamp then the 035 internally, the price was right and I was also able to squeeze out excellent deal on a demo Burmester 948 power conditioner. Now I’m 75 % their. The MDA1000/MCD1000 is doing an excellent job still but I’m currently researching now the Ayre CXeMP, Simaudio 750, Esoteric x-01 D2 and the Burmester 011 (changed my mine about the 061). All great players with different strengths. As of right now the speed and micro detail at very low volume levels is still amazes me. As I wait for my stereo cabinet to be built the old wall unit looks deserted with all the mac gear gone.

[cmalak]

Originally Posted by tonepub

That's why I like the 911 Mk.3 so much. Best amp I've ever had the pleasure of using. A lot of other great stuff out there (i'm pretty fond of the 1.2kw's too) but the Burmester really takes it to another level WITHOUT tubes. Amazing.

John, for what it's worth, the Sim 750 is very good! Been using that for a couple months now and very impressed!

Jeff...the Sim 750 is supposed to be a killer. What would you say it is comparable to in terms of high-end digital you have heard? Thx

[TommyC]

Congratulations on this superb setup. Give the Burmester CD player a serious consideration as it will be synergistic to your other components.

How are you liking the change in sound? Any listening fatigue issue? There were reports on Burmester having metallic and dry sound. Would like to know your thoughts on this.

Originally Posted by JohnThomas

Well I’ve been a busy lately with my new setup. Andy from Sound by Singer has been excellent to work with. I got a call last week from him stating that he had demo Burmester 011 pre amp for sale. Also if I wanted the 011 I could send back the Burmester 035. Besides the 011 being a better preamp then the 035 internally, the price was right and I was also able to squeeze out excellent deal on a demo Burmester 948 power conditioner. Now I’m 75 % their. The MDA1000/MCD1000 is doing an excellent job still but I’m currently researching now the Ayre CXeMP, Simaudio 750, Esoteric x-01 D2 and the Burmester 011 (changed my mine about the 061). All great players with different strengths. As of right now the speed and micro detail at very low volume levels is still amazes me. As I wait for my stereo cabinet to be built the old wall unit looks deserted with all the mac gear gone.

[JohnThomas]

Originally Posted by TommyC

Congratulations on this superb setup. Give the Burmester CD player a serious consideration as it will be synergistic to your other components.

How are you liking the change in sound? Any listening fatigue issue? There were reports on Burmester having metallic and dry sound. Would like to know your thoughts on this.

I haven't experience any fatigue or dry sound. The Burmester throws a huge sound stage and I mean huge. The detail at low levels is scary. Don't forget I'm not using Burmester speakers so that may bring about this metallic sound you are talking about.. The Princes compliment the equipment. I am definitely enjoying the sound. No regerts.