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VAC owners, sound off
Sometimes it's referred to as output gain (and input gain on the amp). Sometimes it's spec'd by output and input sensitivity.Gain would not be the cause of the issues you described.Generally, preamps don't require more output gain than about 12dB,... 
VAC owners, sound off
Impedance and gain. Gain will dictate how quickly things get loud in relation to how far you turn your preamp's volume control. Basically, if things get loud with only a quarter turn of the knob, then you have too much gain. Too little gain is alm... 
VAC owners, sound off
Tholt, what you describe sounds like a bad match between the VAC pre and your amplifier (despite assurances otherwise). It doesn't seem to me the sound you are describing is typical of VAC, nor does it sound like anything that tweaks will resolve.... 
Power Amp for Hyperion 938
Geopolitis, this is your first post since becoming an Audiogon member over a year ago. It reads like marketing. Do you have a business relationship with Sovereign?If so, Audiogon rules require disclosure. 
Anyone using the Transistor Research LabsM 225's
There are others combining the Audio Horizons TP2.1 preamp with the NuForce Ref9 SE V2 with excellent results. Stltrains is one member I recall. Perhaps you communicated with himm? Have fun. 
what is considered more quality integrated in usa
12-21-08: Bolero32i understand what u means but suppose someone wanna know in "blind" purchase what is better ?Knowing which is better in a blind purchase is an impossibility. There are too many variables involved, the least of which is personal p... 
Anyone using the Transistor Research LabsM 225's
Grannyring, it's true I did not care for the earlier iterations of NuForce amps. The Ref9 SE V2 is a substantial improvement over the companies' previous releases. 
Digital Drum Kits
The Roland TD8 brain I owned had some exceptional bass drum, tom tom and snare sounds, not merely good. They were almost infinitely adjustable/tunable. There were also some very "electronic" sounding samples which were not to my liking, but were s... 
Anyone using the Transistor Research LabsM 225's
12-21-08: GrannyringTvad, you had mentioned you did not care for the Nuforce amps...Where did I mention this about the Ref9 SE V2?In fact, I thought the NuForce Ref9SE V2 were the best sounding digital amps I have heard in my system. I almost boug... 
Anyone using the Transistor Research LabsM 225's
Have any of you TRL owners ever taken a look inside the amps? 
Anyone using the Transistor Research LabsM 225's
I wasn't intending to get into a comparison with the NuForce. Ecruz's description reminded me of them, however. 
best preamp under 4000 to match 4b sst
My suggestion is to buy a stock preamp. Alterations to the original unit, whether parts or design, may change the sonic character of any component, and the pool of potential buyers for altered gear is always smaller than the pool of potential buye... 
Digital Drum Kits
Shadorne, Martyk1 is referring to a DVD wherein he saw the drummer's electronic kit. 
Anyone using the Transistor Research LabsM 225's
12-20-08: GrannyringTvad,They are cool at all times. I keep them on 24/7 and even when run hard they stay cool to the touch.Can anyone confirm the operation class of these amps (Class A, Class A/B or Class D)?The Samson (M225), and the D225 appear... 
Digital Drum Kits
Lots of drummers use electronic kits, or use electronic triggers (that trigger drum samples) on their acoustic sets to augment the sound.There are several manufacturers. I have direct experience with Roland professional grade stuff. Amazing really...