SANTA'S coming early...review of new Mono Blocks!
pearsall001
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Alright, alright you pain in the arses!!!! After much deliberation & numerous phone calls to Dennis Deacon I went with a pair of his M2-600M mono blocks. http://www.d-sonic.net/products/mono/. I liked what he had to say & the direction he's taking his d-Sonic company. He is extremely knowelgeable & really knows his stuff. These new M2 series amps are not B&O ICEpower. He's using a new topology module from ABLETEC, a company headquartered in Norway who have been involved in cutting edge technology for over 20yrs. He really, really likes the new ABLETEC modules compared to the ICE modules. He still uses the ICE modules for his rear & surround channels in his multi-channel amps. http://www.abletec.com/
I wanted to go with the M2-1500M mono's but he talked me out of it. He was imphatic that the M2-600M monos would be the ticket for my system. He said sonically they are both the same minus the extra horsepower. There's a great review on his site about the M2-1500M mono's that he said is pretty much interchangable with the M2-600M mono's. I asked what he liked about the ABLETEC modules compared to the ICEpower. He said they added more finess, bottom end, realism, & just had that sparkle that really impressed him. We went on further but I'm sure you get the drift of the conversation. He flat out loves this new technology!
My pair are demo's so they are broken in & ready to go. Hook up was straight forward & a snap. Fired them up & away I went. I didn't really know what to expect because the Rotel RMB-1095 amp I currently have is no slouch. In fact it's pretty damn good across the board. Well let me tell you, these M2-600M monos are off the chart in delivering music. I was really taken back by the sheer clarity, the soundstage literally exploded in all directions & the music seemed to be layered (tough to explain). I don't want to say that it's as if a veil was lifted because the Rotel never left me with that impression. And I'm not going to say that I was hearing stuff I never heard before. I simply heard everything I heard before just in a whole new dimension. The KEF Q900's have now exploded with realism that wasn't there before, at least not to this hightened degree. I am convinced that to properly reproduce music in all it's dynamic glory you need lot's of good, clean power devoid from clipping. These M2-600M monos certainly fit that description These observations are just with a listening session of about an hour. So far I am overly impresed & look forward to more listening.
I wanted to go with the M2-1500M mono's but he talked me out of it. He was imphatic that the M2-600M monos would be the ticket for my system. He said sonically they are both the same minus the extra horsepower. There's a great review on his site about the M2-1500M mono's that he said is pretty much interchangable with the M2-600M mono's. I asked what he liked about the ABLETEC modules compared to the ICEpower. He said they added more finess, bottom end, realism, & just had that sparkle that really impressed him. We went on further but I'm sure you get the drift of the conversation. He flat out loves this new technology!
My pair are demo's so they are broken in & ready to go. Hook up was straight forward & a snap. Fired them up & away I went. I didn't really know what to expect because the Rotel RMB-1095 amp I currently have is no slouch. In fact it's pretty damn good across the board. Well let me tell you, these M2-600M monos are off the chart in delivering music. I was really taken back by the sheer clarity, the soundstage literally exploded in all directions & the music seemed to be layered (tough to explain). I don't want to say that it's as if a veil was lifted because the Rotel never left me with that impression. And I'm not going to say that I was hearing stuff I never heard before. I simply heard everything I heard before just in a whole new dimension. The KEF Q900's have now exploded with realism that wasn't there before, at least not to this hightened degree. I am convinced that to properly reproduce music in all it's dynamic glory you need lot's of good, clean power devoid from clipping. These M2-600M monos certainly fit that description These observations are just with a listening session of about an hour. So far I am overly impresed & look forward to more listening.
"2 Channel & 11.2 HT "Two Channel:Magnepan LRSSchiit Audio Freya S - SS preConsonance Ref 50 - Tube preParasound HALO A21+ 2 channel ampBluesound NODE 2i streameriFi NEO iDSD DAC Oppo BDP-93KEF KC62 sub Home Theater:Full blown 11.2 set up.
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Congrats on the new mono blocks! They sound like they are a great match for your KEF's. Good thing you have a long holiday weekend ahead to spend some quality time with your new babies. Merry Christmas.
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There you go.........I knew you would be happy with the purchase. Congrats again bro.Shoot the jumper.....................BALLIN.............!!!!!
Home Theater Pics in the Showcase :cool:
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I'm off until Next Wednesday , I want to come over. I'll bring some craft beer with me and some Cd's. Do you have a DAC with the ability to play 192k files? If so I could bring my computer over and we can check out some High Rez stuff if you like.Dan
My personal quest is to save to world of bad audio, one thread at a time. -
I'm off until Next Wednesday , I want to come over. I'll bring some craft beer with me and some Cd's. Do you have a DAC with the ability to play 192k files? If so I could bring my computer over and we can check out some High Rez stuff if you like.
Tomorrow's good...how's that sound. I'll shoot you a PM with other info."2 Channel & 11.2 HT "Two Channel:Magnepan LRSSchiit Audio Freya S - SS preConsonance Ref 50 - Tube preParasound HALO A21+ 2 channel ampBluesound NODE 2i streameriFi NEO iDSD DAC Oppo BDP-93KEF KC62 sub Home Theater:Full blown 11.2 set up. -
There you go.........I knew you would be happy with the purchase. Congrats again bro.
Yep! I sure am. It seems that these new purveyors of Class D technolog are really on to something! Nothing at all wrong with Class A/AB mind you but there's plenty of room for new comers in the amp department. Technology marches on."2 Channel & 11.2 HT "Two Channel:Magnepan LRSSchiit Audio Freya S - SS preConsonance Ref 50 - Tube preParasound HALO A21+ 2 channel ampBluesound NODE 2i streameriFi NEO iDSD DAC Oppo BDP-93KEF KC62 sub Home Theater:Full blown 11.2 set up. -
Congrats! New gear can really take you to that 'next level' which can be quite startling - drives home the point that everything matters in this hobby.
However, you know the rules here - pics.....or it never happened!! :cheesygrin:
H9: If you don't trust what you are hearing, then maybe you need to be less invested in a hobby which all the pleasure comes from listening to music. -
Congratulations on the new amps.
Merry Christmas to you.
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Hi Five Buddy!:cool:"Everything I ever did in my life worthwhile I caught hell for"
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pearsall001 wrote: »Yep! I sure am. It seems that these new purveyors of Class D technolog are really on to something! Nothing at all wrong with Class A/AB mind you but there's plenty of room for new comers in the amp department. Technology marches on.
Yes. NAD is also doing some interesting things with digital pre-amps and amps.Lumin X1 file player, Westminster Labs interconnect cable
Sony XA-5400ES SACD; Pass XP-22 pre; X600.5 amps
Magico S5 MKII Mcast Rose speakers; SPOD spikes
Shunyata Triton v3/Typhon QR on source, Denali 2000 (2) on amps
Shunyata Sigma XLR analog ICs, Sigma speaker cables
Shunyata Sigma HC (2), Sigma Analog, Sigma Digital, Z Anaconda (3) power cables
Mapleshade Samson V.3 four shelf solid maple rack, Micropoint brass footers
Three 20 amp circuits. -
Enjoy!
Merry Christmas Phil
H9"Appreciation of audio is a completely subjective human experience. Measurements can provide a measure of insight, but are no substitute for human judgment. Why are we looking to reduce a subjective experience to objective criteria anyway? The subtleties of music and audio reproduction are for those who appreciate it. Differentiation by numbers is for those who do not".--Nelson Pass Pass Labs XA25 | EE Avant Pre | EE Mini Max Supreme DAC | MIT Shotgun S1 | Puritan Audio PSM136 Pwr Condtioner & Classic PC's | Legend L600 | BlueSound Node3 - Tubes add soul! -
Hey Guys & Gals...thanks to all of you. Believe me I'm enjoying myself.
A great big Polkie Merry Christmas to one & all!!!!
I hope Santa is bringing some good stuff!
Phil"2 Channel & 11.2 HT "Two Channel:Magnepan LRSSchiit Audio Freya S - SS preConsonance Ref 50 - Tube preParasound HALO A21+ 2 channel ampBluesound NODE 2i streameriFi NEO iDSD DAC Oppo BDP-93KEF KC62 sub Home Theater:Full blown 11.2 set up. -
Yes. NAD is also doing some interesting things with digital pre-amps and amps.
I've been following them, they are a true Digital design whereas the Class D amps are mistaken for digital because of the D in the wordage. NAD is really doing some R&D on that true digital design & so far seem to be nailing it pretty darn good."2 Channel & 11.2 HT "Two Channel:Magnepan LRSSchiit Audio Freya S - SS preConsonance Ref 50 - Tube preParasound HALO A21+ 2 channel ampBluesound NODE 2i streameriFi NEO iDSD DAC Oppo BDP-93KEF KC62 sub Home Theater:Full blown 11.2 set up. -
Congrats on your new additions! It's true: you need massive power reserves to deliver a realistic sound, whether at reference levels or not.
I'd not heard of the new module those designs are based on. Thanks for posting, and merry Xmas :cool:"Science is suppose to explain observations not dismiss them as impossible" - Norm on AA; 2.3TL's w/sonicaps/mills/jantzen inductors, Gimpod's boards, Lg Solen SDA inductors, RD-0198's, MW's dynamatted, Armaflex speaker gaskets, H-nuts, brass spikes, Cardas CCGR BP's, upgraded IC Cable, Black Hole Damping Sheet strips, interior of cabinets sealed with Loctite Power Grab, AI-1 interface with 1000VA A-L transformer -
drumminman wrote: »Congrats on your new additions! It's true: you need massive power reserves to deliver a realistic sound, whether at reference levels or not.
I'd not heard of the new module those designs are based on. Thanks for posting, and merry Xmas :cool:
Massive power reserves indeed...2000w Peak!!!!. Now that it's been almost a month since having them in my system I concur that having that much clean power void of clipping is the ticket to really hear "All" the music as recorded. They're equally impressive even at low levels, they're like a cheetah...just ready to pounce in a split second with full force, fast & powerful. These new ABLETEC modules are simply stunning in their musical prowness. I am one happy camper. Hell, I just might pick up another one for my center."2 Channel & 11.2 HT "Two Channel:Magnepan LRSSchiit Audio Freya S - SS preConsonance Ref 50 - Tube preParasound HALO A21+ 2 channel ampBluesound NODE 2i streameriFi NEO iDSD DAC Oppo BDP-93KEF KC62 sub Home Theater:Full blown 11.2 set up. -
"2 Channel & 11.2 HT "Two Channel:Magnepan LRSSchiit Audio Freya S - SS preConsonance Ref 50 - Tube preParasound HALO A21+ 2 channel ampBluesound NODE 2i streameriFi NEO iDSD DAC Oppo BDP-93KEF KC62 sub Home Theater:Full blown 11.2 set up.
