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Post by The Mad Norseman on Jun 21, 2012 21:42:26 GMT -5
I'd also like to see the gain set to 28/29 not 32 for these new amps. So okay, then wouldn't these new XPR series amps if they have *adjustable* gain do this for you too then? Like the current Parasound Halo A31 (3 x 250w), or Parasound 5250v.2 (5 x 250W). I just think adjustable gain is the best of BOTH worlds and satisfies audio guys like yourself, and AVR as a pre-po guys like I hope to become. Say, set at THX standard of 29db, but adjustable +/- 6db or so? Perfect!  |
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Post by Jim on Jun 21, 2012 21:51:46 GMT -5
I'd be surprised if the XPR amps had adjustable gain. Previous Emo amps have not - and there just isn't enough demand for the adjustment (and associated extra cost). The high gain sometimes makes tweaking other devices in the chain a little more difficult - but most AVRs/Pres allow enough range to compensate. I actually didn't know that there was a THX gain standard. Nifty. July is coming soon... time for more info! |
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Post by The Mad Norseman on Jun 22, 2012 12:55:34 GMT -5
Yeah, the THX amplifier gain standard is 29db.
But the upcoming XPR series is supposed to be the "reference" series, and at a higher cost, so a bit of extra expense (like to add +/- 6db adjustable gain) would not at all be out of line, and would in fact (IMO) fit right in with the whole XPR concept!
Yup! - July is right around the corner where we're all expecting more XPR related release info - power up, and bring 'em on!!! ;D
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Post by Jim on Jun 22, 2012 12:57:04 GMT -5
I'll agree with the new reference line = new features logic. |
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Post by Topend on Jun 22, 2012 13:30:37 GMT -5
I'd be surprised if the XPR amps had adjustable gain. Previous Emo amps have not - and there just isn't enough demand for the adjustment (and associated extra cost). The high gain sometimes makes tweaking other devices in the chain a little more difficult - but most AVRs/Pres allow enough range to compensate. I actually didn't know that there was a THX gain standard. Nifty. July is coming soon... time for more info! The UPA-2 has a gain control on the back of the amp. Dave. |
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Post by Jim on Jun 22, 2012 13:36:55 GMT -5
I didn't know that any of the rack mounted had gain control.
Thanks for mentioning it.
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Post by Jim on Jun 29, 2012 9:43:31 GMT -5
According to my buddy Google (and the 100 degree high temps), summer is here: "The astronomical summer (Northern Hemisphere) began Wednesday, June 20, 2012, and ends Friday, September 21, 2012." Hoping they still start shipping this summer! I bet they're on a boat somewhere.......... ;D |
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Post by USAFRetired on Jun 29, 2012 14:17:27 GMT -5
According to my buddy Google (and the 100 degree high temps), summer is here: "The astronomical summer (Northern Hemisphere) began Wednesday, June 20, 2012, and ends Friday, September 21, 2012." Hoping they still start shipping this summer! I bet they're on a boat somewhere.......... ;D Slow ship? |
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Post by brubacca on Jun 29, 2012 14:28:59 GMT -5
If I remember correctly at least one of the XPR amps was on the ship with he UPA-200, which hit the site yesterday. Maybe soon?
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Post by roadrunner on Jun 29, 2012 14:43:31 GMT -5
If I remember correctly at least one of the XPR amps was on the ship with he UPA-200, which hit the site yesterday. Maybe soon? This makes me think that the shipment from China has reached the Customs docks in CA and will hopefully be trucked to Franklin warehouse pretty soon. |
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Post by hemster on Jun 29, 2012 14:47:03 GMT -5
^ I'm anticipating a very interesting Independence Day! ;D |
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Post by Jim on Jun 29, 2012 14:53:49 GMT -5
If I remember correctly at least one of the XPR amps was on the ship with he UPA-200, which hit the site yesterday. Maybe soon? I didn't even see the UPA-200 was up there. Cool. Interesting the UPA-200 no longer has adjustable again (like the UPA-2)..  |
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Post by Dark Ranger on Jun 29, 2012 15:07:54 GMT -5
If I remember correctly at least one of the XPR amps was on the ship with he UPA-200, which hit the site yesterday. Maybe soon? XPR-5. My guess is we'll see the product page either sometime this weekend or next week. |
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Post by jamrock on Jun 29, 2012 15:43:43 GMT -5
Let there be an XPR-7 or an XPA-7 in those shipments ;D
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Post by danr on Jun 29, 2012 15:54:38 GMT -5
If I remember correctly at least one of the XPR amps was on the ship with he UPA-200, which hit the site yesterday. Maybe soon? XPR-5. My guess is we'll see the product page either sometime this weekend or next week. I agree. I bet they may have it for the 4th. Does Emo have a pre-order "special" or wait list for the new XPR series? |
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Post by jamrock on Jun 29, 2012 16:13:32 GMT -5
I think that a pre-order list is only warranted for a standalone component such as a Pre/Pro, DAC or Pre-Amp. It is very unlikely when for a family of components like amp or speaker series  |
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Post by Jim on Jun 29, 2012 16:17:32 GMT -5
Let there be an XPR-7 or an XPA-7 in those shipments ;D Now that would be funny....... ;D |
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Post by danr on Jun 29, 2012 17:04:55 GMT -5
"RELEASE THE KRACKEN!".  (did you guys listen to the podcast?) |
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Post by USAFRetired on Jun 29, 2012 17:44:31 GMT -5
"RELEASE THE KRACKEN!". (did you guys listen to the podcast?) just did. |
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Post by Jim on Jun 29, 2012 18:14:06 GMT -5
Anyone willing to share the secret ?
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