Posted by AHENDLER [ 66.47.162.18 ] on August 25, 2004 at 09:10:29:
In Reply to: Could you compare it with other SETs Alan? posted by akhilesh on August 25, 2004 at 08:01:58:
Akhilesh,
I have only listened for about 8 hours and the amp is probably not broken in yet but I will give some initial comparisons. I have owned 4 set amps. In order of purchase they are Cary 805B, Cary 2A3, Korneff 45 and Transcendent SE-OTL. I must first say that all of these amps are excellent sounding amps. The Cary 2A3 is the best sounding Cary amp I have heard. It has much greater midrange resolution then the 805. The Korneff again has the midrange magic of a 45 tube based amp with great resolution although it is only 1.5 watts. The Transcendent wins hands down in all categories. Best resolution, thrilling dynamics, great base extension and super quiet. It is simply the best amp I have ever owned. It is also the cheapest. You do need high efficiency and stable impedance speakers for these amps. I really haven't given you that much info but it is really hard to put these things into words. You need to hear for yourself
Alan