Storm Angel
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Post by Storm Angel on Sept 7, 2011 4:03:39 GMT -5
Hello everyone  I'd like to add my two cents about my new XPA-2 power amplifer... It's only a short and sweet post. lol  Simply said, the performance of the XPA-2 is breath-taking. It really brings out the best of my Richter floor standers with a stunning sound stage and a lovely rich and flat frequency response right down to the 40-35Hz mark, without the aid of a subwoofer. Every type of music I've thrown at it so far (from trance, dance, rock, metal, electronic, pop, acoustic, blues, jazz) sounds fantastic and reveals detail and nuances inside music tracks that my Denon AVR-3806 just couldn't touch (which already has very good sound quality). I have had no desire to touch the EQ, any tone controls or fancy enhancers while using the amp. It sounds awesome straight off the bat. I use my Denon AVR as the Pre/Pro in 'Pure Direct Mode'. This is what really impressed me.. The 'attack' and dynamic range of these amplifiers is just plain frightening, especially when watching movies. Sounds like a slamming door or a shotgun firing make you literally jump in your seat. I love the control of this amplifier too. No matter what volume levels I have played through my floor standers it sounds as clean as a whistle.. with bells and whistles attached to it! ;D I apologize that my review is not really detailed or technical, but I really needed to add my part in here as I am a really satisfied customer! |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 7, 2011 4:06:15 GMT -5
Hello everyone I'd like to add my two cents about my new XPA-2 power amplifer... It's only a short and sweet post. lol Simply said, the performance of the XPA-2 is breath-taking. It really brings out the best of my Richter floor standers with a stunning sound stage and a lovely rich and flat frequency response right down to the 40-35Hz mark, without the aid of a subwoofer. Every type of music I've thrown at it so far (from trance, dance, rock, metal, electronic, pop, acoustic, blues, jazz) sounds fantastic and reveals detail and nuances inside music tracks that my Denon AVR-3806 just couldn't touch (which already has very good sound quality). I have had no desire to touch the EQ, any tone controls or fancy enhancers while using the amp. It sounds awesome straight off the bat. I use my Denon AVR as the Pre/Pro in 'Pure Direct Mode'. This is what really opened my eyes.. The 'attack' and dynamic range of these amplifiers is just plain frightening, especially when watching movies. Sounds like a slamming door or a shotgun firing make you literally jump in your seat. I love the control of this amplifier too. No matter what volume levels I have played through my floor standers it sounds as clean as a whistle.. with bells and whistles attached to it! ;D I apologize that my review is not really detailed or technical, but I really needed to add my part in here as I am a really satisfied customer! I think what you say is true of the other Emo amps, perhaps to a lesser degree, too. I frequently nearly jump out of my seat. |
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Post by hemster on Sept 7, 2011 4:57:57 GMT -5
I concur. My XPA-5 affects me similarly. I imagine the XPA-2 is that much better and gutsier.
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LCSeminole
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Post by LCSeminole on Sept 7, 2011 8:22:50 GMT -5
I bought an XPA-2 at EmoFest this year so the reassurance on going this route is good to hear!
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Post by geebo on Sept 7, 2011 8:32:15 GMT -5
I bought an XPA-2 at EmoFest this year so the reassurance on going this route is good to hear! Are you gonna let hemster at least listen to his channel once in awhile? ;D |
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Post by LCSeminole on Sept 7, 2011 9:56:33 GMT -5
I bought an XPA-2 at EmoFest this year so the reassurance on going this route is good to hear! Are you gonna let hemster at least listen to his channel once in awhile? ;D Actually George, we agreed he could be first in the registratiion line next year! ;D |
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Post by geebo on Sept 7, 2011 12:56:28 GMT -5
Are you gonna let hemster at least listen to his channel once in awhile? ;D Actually George, we agreed he could be first in the registratiion line next year! ;D And then if you win again next year you can always say its because of your politeness! ;D |
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NorthStar
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Post by NorthStar on Sept 7, 2011 13:34:01 GMT -5
Hello everyone I'd like to add my two cents about my new XPA-2 power amplifer... It's only a short and sweet post. lol Simply said, the performance of the XPA-2 is breath-taking. It really brings out the best of my Richter floor standers with a stunning sound stage and a lovely rich and flat frequency response right down to the 40-35Hz mark, without the aid of a subwoofer. Every type of music I've thrown at it so far (from trance, dance, rock, metal, electronic, pop, acoustic, blues, jazz) sounds fantastic and reveals detail and nuances inside music tracks that my Denon AVR-3806 just couldn't touch (which already has very good sound quality). I have had no desire to touch the EQ, any tone controls or fancy enhancers while using the amp. It sounds awesome straight off the bat. I use my Denon AVR as the Pre/Pro in 'Pure Direct Mode'. This is what really impressed me.. The 'attack' and dynamic range of these amplifiers is just plain frightening, especially when watching movies. Sounds like a slamming door or a shotgun firing make you literally jump in your seat. I love the control of this amplifier too. No matter what volume levels I have played through my floor standers it sounds as clean as a whistle.. with bells and whistles attached to it! ;D I apologize that my review is not really detailed or technical, but I really needed to add my part in here as I am a really satisfied customer! Jacci, I feel the very same with my XPA-2 in my system. By the way, last night I watched this, and I highly recommend it to you and everyone else here, even if you have seen it, but this time watch it & listen to it at Reference Volume level.  ----- ****************************************************----------  ----- **************************************************** |
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Post by LCSeminole on Sept 7, 2011 13:45:08 GMT -5
Bob, I didn't know that you have an XPA-2??? What other equipment do you have from Emotiva?
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NorthStar
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Post by NorthStar on Sept 7, 2011 14:04:45 GMT -5
XPA-5.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 7, 2011 14:30:10 GMT -5
Book of Eli is great fun in surround. I loved the shoot out in the street and the gun battle in the house with the canables.
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Post by Pauly on Sept 7, 2011 14:52:31 GMT -5
That was a great sounding movie! I need to go order that one. Thanks for reminding me.
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LCSeminole
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Post by LCSeminole on Sept 7, 2011 20:25:45 GMT -5
Actually George, we agreed he could be first in the registratiion line next year! ;D And then if you win again next year you can always say its because of your politeness! ;D I prefer to call it "Karma"!!! ;D |
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Post by paintedklown on Sept 7, 2011 20:32:00 GMT -5
Congrats on the new XPA-2. I am sure it's rocking the house in an impressive way! BTW. +1 on The Book of Eli. Awesome film, awesome message! |
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Post by julio on Sept 7, 2011 21:15:12 GMT -5
Glad to hear such great reviews on XPA-2. My new toys will be delivered this friday. It will be a long and exciting weekend for me!  * New Signature * |
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Post by hemster on Sept 7, 2011 21:21:57 GMT -5
Glad to hear such great reviews on XPA-2. My new toys will be delivered this friday. It will be a long and exciting weekend for me! * New Signature * Great time to be had at the julio household this weekend! Once you get things hooked up and have a chance, please post your review! |
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Storm Angel
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Storm Chaser / Nature Photographer.. Avid Audio enthusiast and Cycad collector.
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Post by Storm Angel on Sept 8, 2011 0:54:21 GMT -5
Hello everyone I'd like to add my two cents about my new XPA-2 power amplifer... It's only a short and sweet post. lol Simply said, the performance of the XPA-2 is breath-taking. It really brings out the best of my Richter floor standers with a stunning sound stage and a lovely rich and flat frequency response right down to the 40-35Hz mark, without the aid of a subwoofer. Every type of music I've thrown at it so far (from trance, dance, rock, metal, electronic, pop, acoustic, blues, jazz) sounds fantastic and reveals detail and nuances inside music tracks that my Denon AVR-3806 just couldn't touch (which already has very good sound quality). I have had no desire to touch the EQ, any tone controls or fancy enhancers while using the amp. It sounds awesome straight off the bat. I use my Denon AVR as the Pre/Pro in 'Pure Direct Mode'. This is what really impressed me.. The 'attack' and dynamic range of these amplifiers is just plain frightening, especially when watching movies. Sounds like a slamming door or a shotgun firing make you literally jump in your seat. I love the control of this amplifier too. No matter what volume levels I have played through my floor standers it sounds as clean as a whistle.. with bells and whistles attached to it! ;D I apologize that my review is not really detailed or technical, but I really needed to add my part in here as I am a really satisfied customer! Jacci, I feel the very same with my XPA-2 in my system. By the way, last night I watched this, and I highly recommend it to you and everyone else here, even if you have seen it, but this time watch it & listen to it at Reference Volume level. ----- ****************************************************---------- ----- ****************************************************Cheers for heads-up. I have not seen this movie before and I will definitely check it out. Thanks |
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