Ah, the life of an audiophile! It's like being on an endless quest for the Holy Grail of sound. But, instead of knights and dragons, we tackle a myriad of cables, components, and - let's face it - a significant blow to the bank balance. After spending sometime with the Kondo, I jumped ship from my trusty Allnic H7000 phonostage to the grandeur of the Kondo GE 10i. Was it worth it? Absolutely !
1. First Impressions
Upon unboxing the Kondo, one can't help but to hum the 2001: A Space Odyssey theme. As for the Allnic? Think more along the lines of Indiana Jones. Both have their charm. But where Indy is rugged and whip-smart, the Kondo is like a monolith: mysterious and commanding respect.
2. Aesthetic Appeal
While the Allnic had an industrial, ready-to-do-business look, the Kondo Ge 10i is more of a "Look at me”! It has that elegant, refined appearance.
3. Sound Dynamics
The Allnic H7000 is no slouch. It's like a well-trained opera singer, hitting all the right notes with precision. But the Kondo? Imagine that singer just got a pep talk from Pavarotti, a massage, and maybe a dose of adrenaline. It's a deeper, richer, and more "alive" sound.
4. The Price of Perfection
Yes, the Kondo might have made my wallet wince, but as they say, "Pain is temporary; glory is forever."
5. Final Verdict
The jump from Allnic H7000 to the Kondo Ge 10i is like going from driving a luxury sedan to piloting a spaceship. Both will get you there with style, but one just does it with a bit more pizzazz and other-worldly flair.