Digital amp comparison event.

Charles Calkins · « **Reply #80 on:** 2 Mar 2006, 12:30 am »

cornellalum:
Me not being to savy in this audio world I'm thinking that Nuforce or some other amp makers would rather have their amps written up in a national magazine rather than have a bunch of "amatuers" sitting around and giving their opinions.

As for myself I'd rather take the word of my fellow audiocircle members. Lot's of input from lot's of guys means more to me than one magazine reviewer.

Cheers
Charlie

CornellAlum · « **Reply #81 on:** 2 Mar 2006, 01:16 am »

I completely agree with you. I would MUCH rather listen to members here than the phile etc as well. That's the reason I was so disappointed they decided to pull out, as I really think it would have been helpful for those trying to decide on a particular model of class D amplifier, especialy to those of us that cannot audition before buying like myself.

On the other hand, I can certainly see why they made the decision they did, but I still think it is lame

warnerwh · « **Reply #82 on:** 2 Mar 2006, 01:35 am »

Charles: As far as I'm concerned many of us amateurs have as good of ears as any pro does. Not only that their rooms are commonly not the best acoustic wise. This alone makes me take their opinions with a large grain of salt. As a matter of fact I'm so sick of reading their poetic bull shit that it's literally hard to stomach at times.

I'd much rather have a fairly unbiased opinion of a group of audiophiles. One thing to keep in mind is that unless something is seriously wrong with an amp then just because one rated better than the others doesn't mean you'd like it the best. You may personally rank it the worst for personal/system reasons.

Charles Calkins · « **Reply #83 on:** 2 Mar 2006, 01:42 am »

warnerwh:
Right on there my good man!!! You and I and probably a bunch others are on the same page!

Cheers
Charlie

mrmusic · « **Reply #84 on:** 2 Mar 2006, 04:00 am »

Quote from: warnerwh

Charles: As far as I'm concerned many of us amateurs have as good of ears as any pro does. Not only that their rooms are commonly not the best acoustic wise. This alone makes me take their opinions with a large grain of salt. As a matter of fact I'm so sick of reading their poetic bull shit that it's literally hard to stomach at times.

I'd much rather have a fairly unbiased opinion of a group of audiophiles. One thing to keep in mind is that unless something is seriously wrong with an amp then just becau ...

Ha Ha Haaaa...

Let me guess: Other than that you have no opinion! Right? I totally agree with you but it's part of the game. Have you been to a wine tasting? I don't think it's even in english!
Chuck
Superphon

DeanSheen · « **Reply #85 on:** 2 Mar 2006, 04:49 am »

I had the opportunity to audition the Nu Force 8a's. They werent to my liking. I appreciated the opportuinty, but for my tastes I did not like the sound.

That being said, this is one of the most interesting audio tests I have seen in a long time. If I decide to purchase a digital and have to pay a premium, I want to know that I am getting great sound.

I'm still waiting for the cheap, killer digital amp like everyone else but if manufacturers can best realisitic and solid SS choices (read: non boutique) at the same or lower pricepoint, I'll jump on board.

CornellAlum · « **Reply #86 on:** 3 Mar 2006, 02:45 pm »

s_cervin · « **Reply #87 on:** 3 Mar 2006, 05:12 pm »

got money burning a hole in my pocket, hopefully this weekend results will be posted. If anyone that was there wants to PM impressions feel free! I might pick some Bel Cantos

PhilNYC · « **Reply #88 on:** 3 Mar 2006, 05:13 pm »

Quote from: s_cervin

got money burning a hole in my pocket, hopefully this weekend results will be posted. If anyone that was there wants to PM impressions feel free! I might pick some Bel Cantos

Bel Canto wasn't at this event, was it?

miklorsmith · « **Reply #89 on:** 3 Mar 2006, 05:27 pm »

I've got a Bel Canto S300 I'm going to post on Agon this w/e. I'll be asking $950 for it. I'll sell to the first AC'er for $900, split PP and shipping.

I was going to use it for subwoofer duty, but it doesn't seem ideally suited for this.

Mike

brj · « **Reply #90 on:** 3 Mar 2006, 05:30 pm »

No, Bel Canto wasn't one of the 7 amps compared.

s_cervin · « **Reply #91 on:** 3 Mar 2006, 06:08 pm »

I'm aware Bel Canto wasn't there, but I've heard the amps and they were nice.

May email Ric at EVS to discsuss his amps as well.

sc

alotaklipsch · « **Reply #92 on:** 4 Mar 2006, 02:00 am »

SO?????

Where are the results? HUH? inquiring minds wanna know

Danny Richie · « **Reply #93 on:** 4 Mar 2006, 11:30 pm »

Some food for inquiring minds.

http://www.gr-research.com/amps/amps.htm