DAC decision: Lampizator Pacific vs TotalDac Balanced Output Options
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The Pacific. I had the advantage of being able to listen to one here in Chicago. Hearing was believing.
I am getting the Ricardo Kron tubes. As this is my first tube adventure, it seems right to take the Chef’s recommendation instead of tinkering with the recipe on my first visit to the restaurant,
Congratulations on the Pacific. The Ferrari of the line. I’m loving my Toyota
I would say the Amber3 is the Toyota, your Big7 Mk2 is at least a MercCongratulations on the Pacific. The Ferrari of the line. I’m loving my Toyota
That depends on system synergy and/or your personal taste
Btw. Those 2 are both my absolute favorites amongst the RK output tubes
I ordered both on my Pacific. I have not gotten around to swapping the 25's yet. It is just so damn good. I can't imagine the 242's
Wise decision to order both
Try and swap. But be prepared to give the RK 242 some hours before you critically judge them.
My RK 242 needed quite a lot more hours to come alive than the RK PX25 did
Pacific + 242 is killer! Hoping my Pacific arrives shortly!
So which one is your favorite and why?Wise decision to order both
Try and swap. But be prepared to give the RK 242 some hours before you critically judge them.
My RK 242 needed quite a lot more hours to come alive than the RK PX25 did
If your system can handle the big gain of the RK 242 and isn't overdriven, then I love the very transparent sound of the 242.
The PX 25 sounds a little fuller and it's gain is not entirely as high as the 242 and therefore easier to fit into more systems.
It's a matter of system synergy and taste. I love both, the 242 AND the PX25
The 242 is a tough match it sounds poor in many systems because it needs proper gain to fit, or maybe a combination of gain and impedance. It is worth keeping a pair of 242 and trying fifteen preamps as and when you get a chance. When it fits it will be awesome. Till it does, use another valve. The special Lampi 45s also available as EML global anniversary 45, or PX25. The KR and RK are slightly different again either can sound better. They are very nice but a bit dark.
Balanced challenges aside, I have heard the TotalDAC TD 12 and the Lampizator Pacific but not in the same system. However I've heard several DACs in each system and I believe enough to make a comparison.
The TotalDAC units are slightly warm sounding without sacrificing detail and airiness. The Pacific is a very warm sounding DAC; it's the kind of DAC that makes singers sound like they gained 40 lbs reflected in their extra - hefty voice. When the owner switched from his MSB to the Pacific it took all of 10 seconds of comparative listening to request he go back to the MSB (another very good DAC).
If you value tonal accuracy with just a hint of warmth the TotalDAC fits your needs. If you want something very warm and IMO unnatural then the Pacific is for you.
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