Neccros Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I hope this is the right section to ask this. If not please move to correct section. OK my current setup is my desktop PC-->JDS O2/ODAC-->Fiio A1-->Andrew Jones Pioneers I want to replace the A1 with something a little more powerful (25-50w ch.). Currently the A1 is about 14w ch. It sounds great and no issues with it whatsoever. (BTW, apparently Fiio reused the model name A1 for a small headphone amp. The A1 I am talking about is a discontinued speaker amp) Decided to pick up a Dayton Audio DTA-120 on sale ($78) and try it out. Sounded awesome, seemed a little clearer and great separation. Problem is I sometimes listen at low volumes at my desk and I am experiencing channel imbalance. Driving me nuts. So looking for an amp with a similar foot print to these 2, and has RCA inputs and speaker terminals. I just want an amp, no integrated DAC. $200 or less. Thanks. Link to comment
Ralf11 Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 sounds like your volume control is not tracking perfectly Link to comment
Neccros Posted November 1, 2016 Author Share Posted November 1, 2016 Yes the pot isnt that great... but I cant fix it so I am returning it and will keep looking for a similar amp Link to comment
Ralf11 Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I'd screen for a digital volume control or one with a ladder network, that fits your power & impedance driving requirements. Link to comment
Neccros Posted November 1, 2016 Author Share Posted November 1, 2016 It's tough to find an amp with this foot print of any quality... My Fiio A1 has been flawless, I just wanted a little more power. Link to comment
Ralf11 Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 perhaps set it at one level and use an outboard attenuator? Link to comment
witchdoctor Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 I hope this is the right section to ask this. If not please move to correct section. OK my current setup is my desktop PC-->JDS O2/ODAC-->Fiio A1-->Andrew Jones Pioneers I want to replace the A1 with something a little more powerful (25-50w ch.). Currently the A1 is about 14w ch. It sounds great and no issues with it whatsoever. (BTW, apparently Fiio reused the model name A1 for a small headphone amp. The A1 I am talking about is a discontinued speaker amp) Decided to pick up a Dayton Audio DTA-120 on sale ($78) and try it out. Sounded awesome, seemed a little clearer and great separation. Problem is I sometimes listen at low volumes at my desk and I am experiencing channel imbalance. Driving me nuts. So looking for an amp with a similar foot print to these 2, and has RCA inputs and speaker terminals. I just want an amp, no integrated DAC. $200 or less. Thanks. Parasound Zamp v3 https://www.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-parasound-zamp-v3-2016-10-30-amplifiers-80526-fort-collins-co Link to comment
Neccros Posted November 1, 2016 Author Share Posted November 1, 2016 Nice but it might be a little wide... I need something along this line size wise https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31kk-eIlrvL.jpg Parasound Zamp v3 https://www.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-parasound-zamp-v3-2016-10-30-amplifiers-80526-fort-collins-co Link to comment
witchdoctor Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Nice but it might be a little wide... I need something along this line size wise https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/31kk-eIlrvL.jpg You can set that zamp on its side it will be about the size of a book sitting on a shelf. The SQ is incredible for a 50W a channel amp. Link to comment
Neccros Posted November 1, 2016 Author Share Posted November 1, 2016 You can set that zamp on its side it will be about the size of a book sitting on a shelf. The SQ is incredible for a 50W a channel amp. Still wont work... it sits on my desk under 2 monitors next to my DAC. I am limited on space hence my need for a small footprint amp... Link to comment
jcn3 Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 Parasound Zamp v3 https://www.audiogon.com/listings/solid-state-parasound-zamp-v3-2016-10-30-amplifiers-80526-fort-collins-co +1. great amp -- just what i was thinking. @Neccros -- just thinking: the amp doesn't have to be on the desk. it has an auto on/off so you'll never need to touch it. just need longer cables. (1) holo audio red (hqp naa) > chord dave > luxman cl-38uc/mq-88uc > kef reference 1 (2) simaudio moon mind 2 > chord qutest > luxman sq-n150 > sennheiser hd600 Link to comment
Neccros Posted November 1, 2016 Author Share Posted November 1, 2016 +1. great amp -- just what i was thinking. @Neccros -- remember, the amp doesn't have to be on the desk. it has an auto on/off so you'll never need to touch it. just need longer cables. You dont know my space situation... LOL Link to comment
jcn3 Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 You dont know my space situation... LOL it's true that i don't -- how about some pics? i was just trying to help -- imo, the z-amp is worth getting creative. (1) holo audio red (hqp naa) > chord dave > luxman cl-38uc/mq-88uc > kef reference 1 (2) simaudio moon mind 2 > chord qutest > luxman sq-n150 > sennheiser hd600 Link to comment
Neccros Posted November 1, 2016 Author Share Posted November 1, 2016 it's true that i don't -- how about some pics? i was just trying to help -- imo, the z-amp is worth getting creative. I'm not home but if you look up the Dayton Audio DTA-120, that will give you a very accurate depiction of the amp size I need. maybe a tiny bit larger... Link to comment
Neccros Posted November 1, 2016 Author Share Posted November 1, 2016 My DAC/Amp is a JDS labs O2/ODAC Rev B combo with RCAs outputting to the amp Link to comment
witchdoctor Posted November 1, 2016 Share Posted November 1, 2016 You dont know my space situation... LOL Have you ever tried velcro industrial strength tape? You could fasten the amp on the side of your desk, behind your desk, under your desk. https://youtu.be/hgP0ic5WLns I have my VOG channel attached to the wall with it, Look at the white speaker pointing down above my coauch, that is fastened with this same tape Link to comment
Neccros Posted November 1, 2016 Author Share Posted November 1, 2016 I have one of these with custom shelves bolted to the sides with crap already on them.... This isnt mine but close http://www.k-beckinsale.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/ikea-jerker-desk-dimensions.jpg Link to comment
rio Posted November 2, 2016 Share Posted November 2, 2016 Ultra audiophile Sent from my HSG1316 using Computer Audiophile mobile app Link to comment
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