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  1. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    For me it was a reminder that while we may try level matching by ear, it may not always be as well matched as we think (and our ears not as...
    Post by: Cary, Aug 9, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  2. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    So some interesting observations on the different modes and gain between the OG Saga and Freya S. I decided to pull out my SPL meter to check...
    Post by: Cary, Aug 9, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  3. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    That is the hard part when levels don't match. I notice that in both my OG Saga and Freya S they sound significantly less dynamic in passive mode...
    Post by: Cary, Aug 8, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  4. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    Interestingly, you say that 1x and 4x sound similar, but didn't note that Gain 1 is the JFET mode, while gain 5 is the tube mode. I would expect...
    Post by: Cary, Aug 6, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  5. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    I can't comment on the new Saga's, but the closeout Saga with the Tung Sol tube is a definite step up from the Vali 2 when used as a preamp and an...
    Post by: Cary, Jul 25, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  6. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    I live here, and I still haven't figured out which bin is for what. The dirty secret is, as you alluded to, most recycling and garbage go so the...
    Post by: Cary, Jul 20, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  7. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    It is a great bargain. California is a beautiful state, but unfortunately it is not the state I grew up in. It is overcrowded, expensive, and...
    Post by: Cary, Jul 19, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  8. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    You really didn't need to post that. You just cost me $265 with the upgraded Tung Sol tube, tax and shipping. I have been using a Vali 2 on my...
    Post by: Cary, Jul 19, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  9. Cary
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    Schiit Freya + and S Impressions - Stream of Consciousness

    Thanks for the explanation. Sold my GFA-750 this morning, so I am committed now.
    Post by: Cary, Jul 6, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  10. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    I love this part of the review: “Special thanks to the entire Schiit crew for helping to set this up, especially to the gentleman who did all the...
    Post by: Cary, Jul 6, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  11. Cary
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    Schiit Freya + and S Impressions - Stream of Consciousness

    I agree and that is why I noted it. It appears the Freya when turned up all the way in passive has attenuation. I would guess between 3-6 db....
    Post by: Cary, Jul 4, 2019 in forum: Preamps
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    Schiit Freya + and S Impressions - Stream of Consciousness

    Received my Freya S yesterday and hooked it up and let it run overnight so it would be nice and warmed up to compare this morning. For reference...
    Post by: Cary, Jul 4, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  13. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    Thanks for the confirmation. It makes me wonder if the reviewer even used the unit.
    Post by: Cary, Jul 2, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  14. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    I am confused by this line in his review: “Mode switching is instant and very convenient with no significant decibel gain when switching to the...
    Post by: Cary, Jul 1, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  15. Cary
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    Schiit Freya + and S Impressions - Stream of Consciousness

    Thanks for the writeup, it has pushed me to order the Freya s. I tried the original Freya and was less than enthusiastic, but believe it was not...
    Post by: Cary, Jun 30, 2019 in forum: Preamps
  16. Cary
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    4 New Schiit Preamps (Saga and Freya variants)

    Perhaps a really stupid question, but for the Freya + and Feya S, will balanced still be 6db louder than single ended? I am not sure because of...
    Post by: Cary, Jun 24, 2019 in forum: Preamps
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    Schiit Gungnir Multibit impressions

    I should have mentioned I recently got a time machine working and went to 2020, so that is how I got a Gen3. Unfortunately, due to the great EMF...
    Post by: Cary, Aug 16, 2018 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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    Schiit Gungnir Multibit impressions

    I may have missed it also. My Gungnir Multibit has a serial number starting with C and shows up as a Gen5 USB when hooked up to my Jriver Id. Does this...
    Post by: Cary, Aug 14, 2018 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
  19. Cary
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    MD x Airist x Sosolar: RDAC design mysteries

    I agree. My two cents as an attorney and a litigator. Just because something may be legal, does not make it ethical. My personal ethics tell me...
    Post by: Cary, Jun 7, 2018 in forum: Digital: DACs, USB converters, decrapifiers
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