Yamaha B-2
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Have started doing the listening comparison between the newly arrived Sony TA-5650 (50wpc) and my standard, the Yamaha B-2 (100wpc) with CX-1 preamp.
Just based on the relative weights of the these systems (26 pounds for the Sony and 76 pounds for the combined Yamaha B-2 + CX-1) you might guess what some of my listening is telling me.
Am driving both into a set of Yamaha NS-1000M speakers that have been upgraded with DHLabs 14ga wire and Cardas speaker terminals.
First listening impressions are that there is 'more' there with the B-2. Easier sound, bit more solid in the mid & bass regions. Dare I say it? Weightier? But, the Sony may be just the most musical amp I've ever listened to. It simply gets it right. Have done about three hours of listening thus far, all on classical. But the Sony is simply very, very musical. Very involving. Pulls one into the music, if you know what I am saying.
I need a couple of weeks of listening to be sure, and will post an edit once I get there. Lots of jazz and classic rock to run through the system, yet. Has only been our great local FM station (WRTI, 90.1) thus far. Vinyl and CD/SACD to follow. Ah...the strings are singing on Vivaldi. :thmbsp:
Any other VFETers wishing to add their experiences and comparisons are welcome to post on this thread.
Also, check this thread for additon VFET info and links: http://audiokarma.org/forums/showthread.php?t=31881
More later.
Just based on the relative weights of the these systems (26 pounds for the Sony and 76 pounds for the combined Yamaha B-2 + CX-1) you might guess what some of my listening is telling me.
Am driving both into a set of Yamaha NS-1000M speakers that have been upgraded with DHLabs 14ga wire and Cardas speaker terminals.
First listening impressions are that there is 'more' there with the B-2. Easier sound, bit more solid in the mid & bass regions. Dare I say it? Weightier? But, the Sony may be just the most musical amp I've ever listened to. It simply gets it right. Have done about three hours of listening thus far, all on classical. But the Sony is simply very, very musical. Very involving. Pulls one into the music, if you know what I am saying.
I need a couple of weeks of listening to be sure, and will post an edit once I get there. Lots of jazz and classic rock to run through the system, yet. Has only been our great local FM station (WRTI, 90.1) thus far. Vinyl and CD/SACD to follow. Ah...the strings are singing on Vivaldi. :thmbsp:
Any other VFETers wishing to add their experiences and comparisons are welcome to post on this thread.
Also, check this thread for additon VFET info and links: http://audiokarma.org/forums/showthread.php?t=31881
More later.
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