Well, you can also run naked regulators, right? Or is there an advantage on keeping the led ref circuit and then add transistor cap multiplier topology?
This? (See pic) Love it since it's attached to the extra adapter (was in the V6 case) and therefore reversible for other rolling.
@advdesignguru has a couple of posts about this from back in Sept. (#2911). I happened to have the .33u on hand... 15.1VDC now... case is 12 degrees cooler... thanks for the awareness check @RafaPolit!
No comment on audio—first blush, no real change—but need to listen more of course.
Update: Temp on case of V5i came up to where it was before at the slightly higher, but debatably over juiced voltage... guess around 100F is normal?
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Thank you actually, as if this works, it’s something I am willing to give a try.
Your temp is 100 F? That is really cool in my opinion. I thought you meant C! At 100F this thing should be cruising without a hiccup!
Your temp is 100 F? That is really cool in my opinion. I thought you meant C! At 100F this thing should be cruising without a hiccup!
600 ohm headphones
Built the Whammy with the understanding that it would handle most headphones. I have some 600 ohm AKG Sextetts that sound pretty flat with the Whammy. All of my vintage receivers/integrated amps kind of destroy the Whammy for sound. Not sure if there is anything that I can do to modify it to improve this. On the other hand, since I have all of this other equipment, probably not necessary.
Built the Whammy with the understanding that it would handle most headphones. I have some 600 ohm AKG Sextetts that sound pretty flat with the Whammy. All of my vintage receivers/integrated amps kind of destroy the Whammy for sound. Not sure if there is anything that I can do to modify it to improve this. On the other hand, since I have all of this other equipment, probably not necessary.
I'm using mine with 600 ohm Beyerdynamic DT 880. Sounds dynamic and effortless.
Hi All,
Is there a thread or a list of DACs that people are using with their Whammy Pass DIY Headphone Amp?
Thank you !
Is there a thread or a list of DACs that people are using with their Whammy Pass DIY Headphone Amp?
Thank you !
I haven’t seen one, but it would be interesting to see what kit everyone is using. Im using a Chord Qutest and driving Campfire Audio Cascade cans. I have to say that i am thoroughly impressed with the setup.
Burson V6 Classic in the Whammy, Topping D50 DAC and Emotiva Airmotiv GR1 headphones. Wonderful.
RafaPolit:
No worries on running a Burson V6 with LED referenced supply rails. Voltage at the opamp is under +/-16V. See my post:
Link to post #3338:"WHAMMY" Pass DIY headphone amp guide
No worries on running a Burson V6 with LED referenced supply rails. Voltage at the opamp is under +/-16V. See my post:
Link to post #3338:"WHAMMY" Pass DIY headphone amp guide
DAC for Whammy Pass DIY headphone amp ?
Thank you avdesignguru !
The Topping D50 Dac at about $200 sounds like a great pairing.
Anyone have other suggestions for a DAC for the Whammy Pass DIY headphone amp ?
Thank you !
Thank you avdesignguru !
The Topping D50 Dac at about $200 sounds like a great pairing.
Anyone have other suggestions for a DAC for the Whammy Pass DIY headphone amp ?
Thank you !
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Thank you airborne11b the Chord Qutest looks to be a great DAC but beyond my budget.
Cheers
Thank you airborne11b the Chord Qutest looks to be a great DAC but beyond my budget.
Cheers
I'm running a Khadas Tone Board mounted inside the case with an input switch on the back.
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Dear JermNZ,
Thank you for your message! The Khadas Tone Board seems like a good solution. Are you pleased with the pairing with the Whammy Pass DIY headphone amp?
I took a look at your website, beautiful work!
Cheers
Dear JermNZ,
Thank you for your message! The Khadas Tone Board seems like a good solution. Are you pleased with the pairing with the Whammy Pass DIY headphone amp?
I took a look at your website, beautiful work!
Cheers
museguy:
The D50S is the current Topping model, which adds bluetooth. It still uses the ESS Sabre chips and the OPA1612 opamps. Great sound quality.
If you buy on Amazon, be sure to check that it is from an authorized reseller such as Aoshida HiFi-US. There have been some rumors of counterfeit units. You can check on the topping website here:
Amazon Sellers - TOPPING
The D50S is the current Topping model, which adds bluetooth. It still uses the ESS Sabre chips and the OPA1612 opamps. Great sound quality.
If you buy on Amazon, be sure to check that it is from an authorized reseller such as Aoshida HiFi-US. There have been some rumors of counterfeit units. You can check on the topping website here:
Amazon Sellers - TOPPING
This is useful, thanks! I may have some burson op-amps incoming for testing! Let’s wait and see.
Almost my same setup: chord Qutest fed into the Whammy which drives an ACA v1 at 5W. Sounds glorious!
