Pearl Acoustics - Equipment Reviews
In this episode I conclude my search for an outstanding desktop solution. apart from DACs and Preamplifiers, I explore active loudspeaker solutions and finally come to a decision as to what will stay on my desk and why.
Chapters
00:00 – Intro music
00:27 – Introduction – why we need desktop systems
03:37 – The pro-audio approach to hifi
06:22 – Active loudspeakers comparison
08:30 – Avoiding obsolescence
10:30 – Yamaha HS7
11:32 – Neumann KH120 Mk ll & KH750 & MA1
19:23 – What dac & preamplifier? – The Eversolo Z8
20:27 – Dac preamplifier alternatives – Fiio R7, SMSL M50, SMSL D400 EX
21:36 – Eversolo Z8 why?
22:43 – SPL Phonitor 2
29:15 – Chord Qutest vs SMSL D400 EX
32:56 – Conclusions and lessons learned
Link to Darko’s review of the Fiio R7: https://youtu.be/dA70XDFh2Xk
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