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Post by novisnick on Aug 6, 2013 23:48:23 GMT -5
If I get a stealth would I plug it into the Pre-1?
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Post by Dark Ranger on Aug 6, 2013 23:52:14 GMT -5
It doesn't have controls for any players just the for the PRE-1 itself, a great remote though, prob my favorite Emotiva/Sherbourn remote and still aluminum but more ergonomic  That's one good-looking remote! It reminds me of the remote for the DC-1. |
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Post by Dark Ranger on Aug 6, 2013 23:59:53 GMT -5
If I get a stealth would I plug it into the Pre-1? Are you talking about a Stealth DAC (DC-1) or a Stealth monitor? If the former, you can use the balanced (or unbalanced) CD inputs on the PRE-1. The RCA-based AUX inputs on the PRE-1 can also work. If the latter, you'll need XLR cables to connect the PRE-1 to the Stealth monitors (the monitors don't have RCA inputs). |
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Post by repeetavx on Aug 7, 2013 0:27:37 GMT -5
It doesn't have controls for any players just the for the PRE-1 itself, So, it didn't interact with the PT-7030? |
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Post by novisnick on Aug 7, 2013 0:46:27 GMT -5
If I get a stealth would I plug it into the Pre-1? Are you talking about a Stealth DAC (DC-1) or a Stealth monitor? If the former, you can use the balanced (or unbalanced) CD inputs on the PRE-1. The RCA-based AUX inputs on the PRE-1 can also work. If the latter, you'll need XLR cables to connect the PRE-1 to the Stealth monitors (the monitors don't have RCA inputs). ok, lets see if I have this. DAC to Pre-1 cd input? rite? |
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Post by creimes on Aug 7, 2013 0:50:05 GMT -5
Are you talking about a Stealth DAC (DC-1) or a Stealth monitor? If the former, you can use the balanced (or unbalanced) CD inputs on the PRE-1. The RCA-based AUX inputs on the PRE-1 can also work. If the latter, you'll need XLR cables to connect the PRE-1 to the Stealth monitors (the monitors don't have RCA inputs). ok, lets see if I have this. DAC to Pre-1 cd input? rite? If you want to use XLR cables then yes, DC-1 XLR out to XLR CD input. |
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Post by geebo on Aug 7, 2013 6:58:33 GMT -5
Short run, long run, it's all relative. How "electrically noisy" your environment is can have a bearing as well.  Let's see, what's in my Zone 3 (garage)  ; mig welder linisher angle grinder air compressor die grinder pedestal drill rattle gun, drill and a few more battery power tools air conditioner dust extractor band saw 2kw of halogen lights fixed parts washer plus a portable high pressure washer The RCA's from the UMC-200 for Zone 3 are around 20 metres (60 feet). I'd consider that a long run with plenty of electrical noise. Cheers Gary Wow! You run all that stuff while listening to music? I wouldn't even be able to hear the music let alone the affect a cable may or may not have.  |
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Post by kse on Aug 7, 2013 7:53:22 GMT -5
Also, does it need to be powered on in order to utilize the HT by-pass? And if the answer is yes, how are the lights on the front, bright? Can they be dimmed/turned off? Can any chime in regarding my HT by-pass questions? Thx. |
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Post by geebo on Aug 7, 2013 7:58:34 GMT -5
Also, does it need to be powered on in order to utilize the HT by-pass? And if the answer is yes, how are the lights on the front, bright? Can they be dimmed/turned off? Can any chime in regarding my HT by-pass questions? Thx. The Pre-1 must be on to use HT bypass and you will have two small blue LEDs lit. They are not dimmable or turn-offable(?) and I guess I would say they are of average LED brightness. Not unlike the status LEDs on the XPA series of amps. |
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Post by pallpoul on Aug 7, 2013 8:21:54 GMT -5
The Pre One was out of stock yesterday but back in stock this am. I stole one! $ 179 , free shipping are you kidding me,..? I just wished I caught the 160 w ch amp, but it was gone.
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Post by geebo on Aug 7, 2013 11:15:39 GMT -5
ok, lets see if I have this. DAC to Pre-1 cd input? rite? If you want to use XLR cables then yes, DC-1 XLR out to XLR CD input. Or you can use RCA from the DC-1 to the to the PRE-1. The CD input is switchable from XLR to RCA inputs and the RCA are the Tiffany style as on the DC-1. |
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Post by GreenKiwi on Aug 7, 2013 11:28:00 GMT -5
If you want to use XLR cables then yes, DC-1 XLR out to XLR CD input. Or you can use RCA from the DC-1 to the to the PRE-1. The CD input is switchable from XLR to RCA inputs and the RCA are the Tiffany style as on the DC-1. Unless you need more than one analog input, I'd just use the DC-1 directly. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 7, 2013 11:51:20 GMT -5
Pre-1 does not do bass management? Am i correct
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Post by novisnick on Aug 7, 2013 12:06:58 GMT -5
Thanks but Ill be spinning vinyl as well
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Post by geebo on Aug 7, 2013 12:30:56 GMT -5
Pre-1 does not do bass management? Am i correct ? Correct. It lacks the bass management of the USP-1 and adds defeatable tone controls and XLR connectors. It does have home theater bypass however. |
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Post by repeetavx on Aug 7, 2013 12:33:46 GMT -5
Thanks but Ill be spinning vinyl as well Speaking of which. I'll be using my Pre-1 primarily as a Phono Preamp. I've been waiting patiently for the XPS-1. When I saw this deal I started thinking. An internal power supply and balanced outputs to my PT-7030, which does have bass management. The built in headphone amp is just a bonus. Maybe the phono stage of the Pre-1 isn't as good as the XPS-1 will be, but I bet it will be close enough for me. And I won't have to stuff it, and its power supply, behind my equipment rack, hanging by its wires.  |
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Post by Dark Ranger on Aug 7, 2013 12:47:39 GMT -5
Are you talking about a Stealth DAC (DC-1) or a Stealth monitor? If the former, you can use the balanced (or unbalanced) CD inputs on the PRE-1. The RCA-based AUX inputs on the PRE-1 can also work. If the latter, you'll need XLR cables to connect the PRE-1 to the Stealth monitors (the monitors don't have RCA inputs). ok, lets see if I have this. DAC to Pre-1 cd input? rite? Yes, that is one way to do it. If you want to utilize the balanced outputs of the DC-1, you'll need to use the PRE-1's CD input which has both XLR and RCA connections. Otherwise, any of the PRE-1's standard RCA inputs will be fine. Use the phono input for your turntable.  |
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Post by roadrunner on Aug 7, 2013 12:49:16 GMT -5
Thanks but Ill be spinning vinyl as well In your case, I think the USP-1 or even the XSP-1 would be a better fit for your needs. If your budget allows, I would suggest the XSP-1 will optimize the analog audio performance to your wildest dreams. Think about unrivaled flexibility and control providing the ultimate performance for your enjoyment. |
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Post by Dark Ranger on Aug 7, 2013 12:56:46 GMT -5
I've been waiting patiently for the XPS-1. When I saw this deal I started thinking. An internal power supply and balanced outputs to my PT-7030, which does have bass management. The built in headphone amp is just a bonus. Maybe the phono stage of the Pre-1 isn't as good as the XPS-1 will be, but I bet it will be close enough for me. And I won't have to stuff it, and its power supply, behind my equipment rack, hanging by its wires. My guess is that the PRE-1 phono stage is very similar (if not identical) to the USP-1 phono stage, and I've heard good reports about it. I was considering the PRE-1 for just this reason. After further consideration, I decided to stick with my original plan of the XPS-1. The XPS-1 should be a nice, compact preamp, and I can connect it directly to my UMC-1 (and later XMC-1). If I really like vinyl, I may upgrade to the XSP-1 later on for the Full Monty. |
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Post by withanx on Aug 7, 2013 13:12:19 GMT -5
You guys must have got in on the deal just in time. I looked about 20 minutes after I got the email from Emotiva about the Sherbourn sale and merger and that preamp was already marked as unavailable on their site. Really sad I missed picking one up.
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