hypex ncore

[judderod]

Originally Posted by Simtu

Sound quality through my PMC speakers is superb by the way, and a clear upgrade from the Arcam - not suprising really! When I have done some more listening, I will post a more in depth review.

I look forward to that, I too have PMC's but have yet to take the ncore plunge...

Originally Posted by Simtu

On a separate note, can anyone suggest a good DIY dac/preamp to go with the ncore? I understand there may be a Hypex unit in the pipeline. If so does anyone have anymore info?

I would recommend the AMB audio Gamma 2 DAC. If you're good at soldering you can build one yourself if you get/have got all the right tools. It's extremely sensitive to the PSU used so a bit of trial and error might be in order. You'll need to pair it with some kind of pre-amp for the best results. Sound quality - it's almost as good as if not on a par with my Primare SP32 (£3-4K of DAC/Processor). Once I've got round to making a proper PSU, I think it may well sound better. All subjective of course but my opinions are shared with 2 other unbiased individuals

[ajst2duk]

Brought them to life this morning - nice - yes I know the signal cable could be shortened but while I'm still experimenting, I've left the length on the cables just in case I change configuration. Unlikely though as they sound great and run cool.

[ufokillerz]

Originally Posted by ajst2duk

Brought them to life this morning - nice - yes I know the signal cable could be shortened but while I'm still experimenting, I've left the length on the cables just in case I change configuration. Unlikely though as they sound great and run cool.

is this case from ebay? i think i have the same ones, nice and tight fit with these cases

[ajst2duk]

Originally Posted by ufokillerz

is this case from ebay? i think i have the same ones, nice and tight fit with these cases

Yep it is - its a very tight fit but seems to operate well and stay ok heat wise. The speaker terminals are the correct spacing for Eichmann cable pods if anyone was interested, I will be changing mine when I get the motivation.

[radiance]

Hi ajst2duk:
Please, could you post some more pics, especially from the back of the units?
Thanks in advance!

Rad

P.S.: BTW, your amps look nice! ;-)

[mike_mcf]

Originally Posted by ArthurDK

Thanks for your input Kjartan :-)

Some years ago I build some LC Audio 2.3 dual mono Class D amps, which had an unbelievable control in the bottom, but sounded a little bit harsh in the upper mids. But still I liked them.

Later I build a NewClassD amp, with the high end discrete opamps in the input stage. That one sounded much better, and I think I would have kept it, if it wasnt for a not too well designed crossover in my ScanSpeak based speakers.

After that I had a Bewitch 6550 tube amp, which sounded good but had too little power to drive my speakers.

Right now I use a Musical Fidelity A3 for the side systems (1", 6 1/2" and 10" SS), and a Hypex 4.0 for the bottom (12" SS).

It sounds quite good, but I suppose youre allways on the hunt for something better ;-)

The Hypex substituted another plateamp, and gave a substantial better control.

Thanks
Arthur.

Arthur, I have a MF A3 right now, which I like, but I am thinking of either an ncore, ucd400, or LC audio 2.3SE. Any advice?

[sherlockth]

Originally Posted by ajst2duk

Brought them to life this morning - nice - yes I know the signal cable could be shortened but while I'm still experimenting, I've left the length on the cables just in case I change configuration. Unlikely though as they sound great and run cool.

What is this red thingy on your power cord (I presume this is the power cord) ?

[niekos]

I guess it is an IEC plug like this one on ebay: Oyaide C-079 IEC-Buchse C 079 Oyaide C-079 IEC-Buchse Netz Kaltgetäte Buchse C 079 / Original Oyaide | eBay

[yetis]

Originally Posted by ajst2duk

Brought them to life this morning - nice - yes I know the signal cable could be shortened but while I'm still experimenting, I've left the length on the cables just in case I change configuration. Unlikely though as they sound great and run cool.

On the power supply, why is the yellow bit wrapped in yellow paper? Did it come this way? Mine isn't wrapped. Is this a 2.0 upgrade?

[Audioschipper]

Originally Posted by yetis

On the power supply, why is the yellow bit wrapped in yellow paper? Did it come this way? Mine isn't wrapped. Is this a 2.0 upgrade?

That is right. It's an upgrade. Mine has it too so I asked Hypex. It is extra isolation.