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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Now that I believe the TRP3 is now fully burned in, I am looking for some power tube options to consider moving forward. I know its a matter of taste but I prefer the fuller sound of the KT series tubes. Anyone out there tried different versions of the KT tubes and found a favourite? The stock...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Hi All - got my PSVANE ACME 274B Rectifier a couple of days ago. Honestly - what a difference! This must be a mandatory option on this DAC. Crazy good! Can't write any more...got listening to do...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Yes I expect a burn in journey. I am leaving it on 24/7 in the early days and just leave it playing to help speed up the process.
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    My TRP3 finally arrived this week! There has been some serious delivery problems on the dealer side but that was eventually solved. I only have one gripe and that is the eye on the front was supposed to be configured for power but that wasn't done. I am told that can be changed easily at some...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Hi Guys - Still waiting for an update on my Atlantic TRP3 order. Guess the factory must be exceptionally busy....
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    No Worries Jerry. Its all Good. To all a Merry Christmas!! Eat Drink and be merry! In particular drink until the tinnitus fades....
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Ouch! Nothing like rubbing salt in the wounds! But Honestly I'm glad you get to enjoy yours over the Holiday period. I'm not expecting mine for another couple of weeks at least. That is around 6-7 week lead time from point of order. Guess they must have been busy building yours! :-)
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Thanks for the info. I'm based in the Uk so maybe my experience should be different. I'm sure import duties etc are due but I suspect the dealer has taken account of that in the retail price!
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Thanks Carlsbad. Though I wasn't expecting to be contacted by DHL funnily enough, I was expecting the dealer to let me know. Wasn't expecting any further shipping costs either to be honest...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    No News yet on delivery so I suspect it will be new year now. Shame. I was hoping to spend Christmas with my new toy!
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Be interesting to see out there in UK which places/retailers members go to for their tube requirements.
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    I am preempting a difficulty in getting matched quads as mine is also balanced. Here in the UK it seems getting some of these high end tubes comes with considerable import taxes and duty. Which is fine if you want to spend the cash but sucks in terms of overall value for money. I also do not...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Hi All, Still waiting on a delivery date for the Atlantic 3, however I was looking to get ahead of myself and get some 'spare' tubes as backups. Can anyone suggest a relatively low cost option for a rectifier that doesnt sound too bad for the money?
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Thanks. Atlantic 3 TRP Balanced without volume control. I just couldn't resist the tubes.
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Hi Everyone - I went for the Lampizator in the end. Black faceplate with red metallic top Cover. Delivery sometime just before Christmas. Will let you know how I get on. Thanks for all the your comments.
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Interesting. I was never offered that. I shall enquire.
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Exactly. The T&Cs were not favourable for that either so I declined to pay in full.
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Regarding "One option is to negotiate your purchase of a new DAC X to allow an audition period with return privilege" Been there tried that - no dice. I also suggested paying all shipping costs and even paying a deposit. All rejected. Not a single retailer in UK would do that. And because...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Only option for PS DSD and Lampizator is travel to the respective dealer and listen through my own equipment which I took with me. No-one would offer a home loan on any of the equipment mentioned. I also seem to live miles away from where any dealers are so had to pick closest one and drive to...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    For the Uk the demo of the Holo kit is not available unless you buy in full and trial at home. That's not an option for me. Bricasti has a good spec but again home demo limited. Ruled out as a result.
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    The solid state version I shortlisted was the PS DAC. Tried tambaqui and Chord also . I discounted both of these other options for a variety of reasons, including aesthetics and/or cost. Your bricasti is just too much of a stretch for me since I already doubled my budget for the Lampi or PS...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Well I ask because I'm interested in everyone's opinions. And plenty of people here have other kit too. All very useful stuff. And if you can't ask here of all places where can you go? And thanks to everyone who has taken the time to reply. It is much appreciated.
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    I Have zero experience with Tube gear other than with the Lamp.DAC. It hasn't dissuaded me away from anything. I LOVE the idea of tubes. I loved the midrange and - as you and others say- the natural timbre and space it provides. But if this is done at the expense of bass quality or weight, to...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    I'll try and keep this short and try to summarise a near 30 minute conversation with my colleague. He did listen to the Lampi in his own system as well as all the other DACs he tried. Off the four he tried he felt the Lampi had decent weight (bettered by the weiss) and reasonable extension but...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Ok - so chime in here if you wish, but I spoke today to a work colleague (based in the US - I'm in UK) who found out by word of mouth that I was looking at Lampizator DAC. He reached out to tell me that he didn't think that the lampizators did good bass. In his opinion, based on his own demo...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Thanks - I did wonder about this. Since my home office is my 'man cave' it doubles up functionality. Its also a conservatory so prone to getting warm in the summer. My current kit has dealt with this quite well, but I'm not sure about tubes. Its pretty much the last hurdle for me to overcome my...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    So before I push the button on my decision, I have one last query. I have my current DAC running 24/7 {because I can) and mostly because I work from home 3 days a week and use it all the time. Its in use 12 hours a day for 5 days out of 7. I turn off the display at night but its basically...
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Should I purchase the TRP 3 I'm unlikely to have any spare resources to purchase anything until next century let alone a huge selection of tubes.. Probably.
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    I think the overwhelming advice I've been given so far is to get accustomed to the stock tubes before you make changes. Which I fully intend to do - IF - I choose to go the lampizator route of course..
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    Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?

    Looks lovely. What is the tube complement you have there, if you dont mind me asking? Obviously using some adapters as well. ( I wonder if anyone has played around with STL super rectifiers with this DAC?)

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