AC wish list components

Mariusz · « **on:** 1 Sep 2009, 04:58 pm »

Hi guys

If you have components which are good candidates for AC tour or group buy, please list it in this thread.

For me:

1. Dayens Ampinio integrated
2. New improved MiniWatt integrated
3. Grand Fidelity new tube DAC/preamp/head-amp

As well as few full range drivers for DIY project which I will post about late.

What gear is on your mind?

Regards
Mariusz

Bob in St. Louis · « **Reply #1 on:** 1 Sep 2009, 05:26 pm »

Quote from: Mariusz on 1 Sep 2009, 04:58 pm

If you have components which are good candidates for AC tour or group buy, please list it in this thread.

Felix parts on a group buy?
Does that count?

Bob

Mariusz · « **Reply #2 on:** 1 Sep 2009, 05:45 pm »

Can you provide link to the site?
And please make sure your proposal fits in this Circle and doesn't interfere with others.

Thanks
Mariusz

Bob in St. Louis · « **Reply #3 on:** 1 Sep 2009, 06:18 pm »

Which site?

You mean the one here in the Lab that refers to which components comprise a Felix?

Bob

Mariusz · « **Reply #4 on:** 1 Sep 2009, 06:23 pm »

I am not familiar with Felix project. (I am sure there are others)
If it is in the lab circle, maybe it should stay there.

Please contact JoshK on that matter.

Mariusz

Bob in St. Louis · « **Reply #5 on:** 1 Sep 2009, 06:41 pm »

lonewolfny42 · « **Reply #6 on:** 2 Sep 2009, 05:40 am »

Mariusz...

Here's two items that fit the "cheap" criteria....both by Emotiva Audio....
An amp - UPA-2.......
and their preamp - USP-1......

JohnR · « **Reply #7 on:** 2 Sep 2009, 10:23 am »

Here's one I'd be interested in - "KingRex T20U". It's a USB DAC and amp (with volume) all in one:

http://coemaudio.com.au/Amplifiers/Integrated-Amplifiers/151/

BTW you generally figure that prices in AU are 1.5x (or more) the price in the US.

Is this one available in the US? (Looks like the manufacturer is in Taiwan.) If not, Mariusz, perhaps I can get one, play with it, and then send it to you to compare to your stable? I will want it back tho

Mariusz · « **Reply #8 on:** 2 Sep 2009, 11:31 am »

Quote from: JohnR on 2 Sep 2009, 10:23 am

Here's one I'd be interested in - "KingRex T20U". It's a USB DAC and amp (with volume) all in one:

http://coemaudio.com.au/Amplifiers/Integrated-Amplifiers/151/

BTW you generally figure that prices in AU are 1.5x (or more) the price in the US.

Is this one available in the US? (Looks like the manufacturer is in Taiwan.) If not, Mariusz, perhaps I can get one, play with it, and then send it to you to compare to your stable? I will want it back tho

I have found one place which sells it in Canada and also ships from US border town to avoid duties for US customers. http://www.obadimports.com/index.html
Looking through their website shows that they should be getting them pretty soon.(week or two)
I will try to contact them in a week or so to check on availability.

Quote from: lonewolfny42 on 2 Sep 2009, 05:40 am

Mariusz...

Here's two items that fit the "cheap" criteria....both by Emotiva Audio....
An amp - UPA-2.......
and their preamp - USP-1......

Now that is something new Chris.
Have you heard those wolf or .... they just look interesting?

Nice stuff guys!!!!

I have send few emails as well to manufacturers which make some interesting and inexpensive components. We will see if any of those want to participate in AC tour.

Mariusz

lonewolfny42 · « **Reply #9 on:** 3 Sep 2009, 03:48 am »

Mariusz ....

Quote

Now that is something new Chris.
Have you heard those wolf or .... they just look interesting?

Heard their bigger brothers at RMAF '08 in the Bamberg room....

Mariusz · « **Reply #10 on:** 3 Sep 2009, 04:00 am »

and..........?

lonewolfny42 · « **Reply #11 on:** 3 Sep 2009, 04:03 am »

Quote from: Mariusz on 3 Sep 2009, 04:00 am

and..........?

Pretty good....

Mariusz · « **Reply #12 on:** 3 Sep 2009, 04:07 am »

I wonder if they would be interested in AC Tour?
........... but I do not like to beg.

Mariusz

lonewolfny42 · « **Reply #13 on:** 3 Sep 2009, 04:21 am »

Quote from: Mariusz on 3 Sep 2009, 04:07 am

I wonder if they would be interested in AC Tour?
........... but I do not like to beg.

Mariusz

Give it a shot...worst they can say is...no.

Mariusz · « **Reply #14 on:** 3 Sep 2009, 06:31 pm »

Quote from: lonewolfny42 on 3 Sep 2009, 04:21 am

Quote from: Mariusz on 3 Sep 2009, 04:07 am
I wonder if they would be interested in AC Tour?
........... but I do not like to beg.

Mariusz
Give it a shot...worst they can say is...no.

Will see. First, I want to get some feedback about interesting components, create a list and take it from there.

Mariusz

Mariusz · « **Reply #15 on:** 5 Sep 2009, 07:20 pm »

Another fun piece is from Ming Da MC-84CII.
However this would have to be a group buy to lower shipping and all.
My only issue is with its reputation which was well......not as solid as we would liked it to be.

Pacific Valve sells it for around $700 and warranty. Maybe they could lower the price on larger quantity or would be interested in AC review/tour?

Anyway, here are some pics and spects:

http://www.china-highend-hifi.com/prod0112341242262134.htm

Mariusz

Mariusz · « **Reply #16 on:** 6 Sep 2009, 07:49 pm »

After initial talk, looks like we might be fortunate enough to organize AudioCircle Tour for
Dayens Ampino integrated amplifier. There is also possibility of group buy in the future.
When details are worked out, I will start separate thread concerning AC Tour. Dejan Dobrin also mentioned other products which he proudly manufactures. Those include: cables and speakers.
If you thing that it's a good idea, let me know. Or you might have other products in mind which I could try include in future tours or group buys?

Stay tune for Alpino amp tour information.

Here is a 6moon review of this product: http://www.6moons.com/audioreviews/dayens/ampino.html

photo from 6moons

Mariusz

Wind Chaser · « **Reply #17 on:** 7 Sep 2009, 12:45 am »

I'm located in Canada and I'd love to hear the Dayens Ampino. Maybe we could have a separate tour for Canadians so as to avoid customs border crossing issues?

droht · « **Reply #18 on:** 7 Sep 2009, 12:52 am »

Quote from: JohnR on 2 Sep 2009, 10:23 am

Here's one I'd be interested in - "KingRex T20U". It's a USB DAC and amp (with volume) all in one:

http://coemaudio.com.au/Amplifiers/Integrated-Amplifiers/151/

BTW you generally figure that prices in AU are 1.5x (or more) the price in the US.

Is this one available in the US? (Looks like the manufacturer is in Taiwan.) If not, Mariusz, perhaps I can get one, play with it, and then send it to you to compare to your stable? I will want it back tho

IMO the KingRex T20U is an exceptional amp, especially with the associated PSU. Audio-Magus has re-opened under same ownership as Obad Imports. They are offering 20% off the KR (and everything else) until 9/15 I believe.

I will say, however, that I find the Virtue Audio ONE, their base model, to be a notch or two better than the KR T20U. But you must BYO DAC with the ONE if you want to do computer audio via USB.

JohnR · « **Reply #19 on:** 7 Sep 2009, 11:06 pm »

Quote from: droht on 7 Sep 2009, 12:52 am

But you must BYO DAC with the ONE if you want to do computer audio via USB.

Looks like the KingRex DAC is about half the price of the T20U. Here's a comparison of some cheap USB DACs:

http://www.tnt-audio.com/sorgenti/usb_dac_shootout_e.html

One thing I notice is that a lot of these cheap DACs and amps have optional upgrade power supplies. This seems like an easy (and cheap!) DIY option.