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Post by Boomzilla on Apr 18, 2015 5:59:17 GMT -5
Of the two, I prefer the XDA series over the DC-1 (but I'm definitely in the minority). And despite the claims of the "heavier sounds better" deniers, the principle DOES still apply (but mostly to amplifiers). I've also heard the Class D lightweight amps, (Crowns, mostly), and found them wanting compared to the best of the Class A/AB units. There's a REASON why Emotiva's flagship XPR series weighs so much. So to summarize, for power amplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and even receivers, heavier units generally cost more, have better parts, and DO sound better. And remember that AudioHTIT hits the nail on the head when he says "You're getting opinions here," mine included. Cheers - Boom |
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Post by Porscheguy on Apr 18, 2015 6:43:27 GMT -5
Of the two, I prefer the XDA series over the DC-1 (but I'm definitely in the minority). And despite the claims of the "heavier sounds better" deniers, the principle DOES still apply (but mostly to amplifiers). I've also heard the Class D lightweight amps, (Crowns, mostly), and found them wanting compared to the best of the Class A/AB units. There's a REASON why Emotiva's flagship XPR series weighs so much. So to summarize, for power amplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and even receivers, heavier units generally cost more, have better parts, and DO sound better. And remember that AudioHTIT hits the nail on the head when he says "You're getting opinions here," mine included. Cheers - Boom I agree. I put concrete blocks on top of my XPR amps and they sound even better.... Amazing  |
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Post by vcautokid on Apr 18, 2015 7:55:05 GMT -5
Not as true as it was years ago. As Class D amps become better (and less expensive) you'll see powerful amps that weigh only a fraction of what a solid state or tube amp would have weighed but with similar performance. Wizard is correct; the XDA pre-amps have solid aluminum faceplates and a (comparatively) larger chassis. Most of the weight savings come there. Absolutely true. More, and more is being done, and good things too with PWM, and more in the digital realm. As a result, you will have choice of your traditional design, and a digitally based architecture. Yeah, these are good times, but more is coming. Can't wait to see what unfolds in the next few years. |
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Post by vcautokid on Apr 18, 2015 7:58:13 GMT -5
And yes, the primary difference in weight of the XDA-2 and the DC-1 is chassis. Otherwise the parts are close in weight by themselves. The parts weight are probably onces within each other.
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Post by monkumonku on Apr 18, 2015 10:21:24 GMT -5
Of the two, I prefer the XDA series over the DC-1 (but I'm definitely in the minority). And despite the claims of the "heavier sounds better" deniers, the principle DOES still apply (but mostly to amplifiers). I've also heard the Class D lightweight amps, (Crowns, mostly), and found them wanting compared to the best of the Class A/AB units. There's a REASON why Emotiva's flagship XPR series weighs so much. So to summarize, for power amplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and even receivers, heavier units generally cost more, have better parts, and DO sound better. And remember that AudioHTIT hits the nail on the head when he says "You're getting opinions here," mine included. Cheers - Boom I agree. I put concrete blocks on top of my XPR amps and they sound even better.... Amazing |
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Post by deltadube on Apr 18, 2015 11:14:30 GMT -5
Of the two, I prefer the XDA series over the DC-1 (but I'm definitely in the minority). And despite the claims of the "heavier sounds better" deniers, the principle DOES still apply (but mostly to amplifiers). I've also heard the Class D lightweight amps, (Crowns, mostly), and found them wanting compared to the best of the Class A/AB units. There's a REASON why Emotiva's flagship XPR series weighs so much. So to summarize, for power amplifiers, integrated amplifiers, and even receivers, heavier units generally cost more, have better parts, and DO sound better. And remember that AudioHTIT hits the nail on the head when he says "You're getting opinions here," mine included. Cheers - Boom I agree. I put concrete blocks on top of my XPR amps and they sound even better.... Amazing I thought you might be using some of your gold bars for that Ed!!!! |
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Post by soundmaster on Apr 19, 2015 7:37:30 GMT -5
The biggest difference you will find between a very good DAC and a cheaper one is soundstage and midrange clarity, some people prefer cheaper DAC's believe it or not, because they have a more forward bolder sound that a lot people like, especially if you listen to a lot of hip hop...... as you move up the DAC chain you get much tighter bass lines, and to some people that seems to sound like less bass, the soundstage gets deeper and 3 dimensional with much controlled high end (less bright).....the magic of a very good DAC comes out when you are listening to live music, soundstage and 3D sound that keeps you coming back for more!
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