Took awhile thats for sure! Parasound makes superb amps, can't go wrong with them. I really want to hear some Tektons . Maybe sooner than later!

scottyo64 If you’re ever in MA, you’re more than welcome to swing by. On the other side of that coin, I’m dying to hear a pair of LRS’s (or any Maggies for that matter) in my rig. Not sure I’ve got enough room to let em breathe though. lol Edit: I may eventually just buy a pair a LRS’s, cuz I’ve got a friend that’d definitely take em if they didn’t work out in my space.

Nick, have you tried other tubes yet? I’ve had my Freya+ for a few months now and have started so far with some Electro-Harmonix gold pins. I have several others that I’ll try out as well over the six months or so and see if I land on a clear winner. The only problem is it’s easy to spend as much money on tubes as the cost of this Schiit.

@@Steveh817 Hi there. Yes, I have tried other tubes. Luckily, NOS 6SN7’s and 6SL7’s are still available for somewhat reasonable prices. Right now, I’ve got a matched pair of NOS RCA 6SN7 tubes in V1 and V2, and changed out the JJ’s in the other 2 spots for new Tung Sol’s. The 2 tubes on the far right of the Freya are the ones that effect the sound the most, so you don’t necessarily have to change all 4 of em. You can also try putting a couple of 6SL7’s in those two spots also for a bit more gain, but I find it sounds better with the 6SN7’s, especially NOS RCA’s or JanGE’s. The NOS tubes definitely make a difference for the better in the sound quality over the stock JJ’s. I’m sure your EH tubes are most likely an upgrade over the stock JJ’s, but I haven’t tried those particular tubes. There’s a PSVane tube I’d like to try, but haven’t gotten around to it yet, and I’m happy with how it sounds anyway. I hope that was of help, and you’re welcome to hit me up with any other questions. ✌️🎶🙂 Edit: A lot of how it’ll sound obviously also has to do with the rest of your system. If possible, run the Freya balanced if your amp has balanced inputs. That’ll upgrade your sound right there.

@@NickP333 Thanks for the tip. I have more tubes coming. The good thing is if I ever decide to get a tube amp I’ll have some compatible tubes on hand

More coming soon!

In that set up XPA-2 GEN 3 See below for DR1s kzfaq.info/get/bejne/e8ujlq-XqtvcqHU.html

DR units are great for the LRSs!

Here is what I do, I run separate amps for the front 3 channels and use the Marantz to power all the other channels. I will say if you can afford it and want the power external amps are the way to go. If you are going to upgrade your amp good with an 11 channel if you can afford it. Youthman loves his Monolith. I am an Emotiva fan but I think they shine with 2 channel stuff. If I could afford it I would have a stack of Emotiva DR1sfor my home theater. FYI I chased the Home Theater dragon for years. Once I got to a 7.2.2 I decided that was it. I can switch to 7.2.4. From what I am seeing I would wait on a new processor. There has already been issues with 8k let the bugs get worked out and the price to come down as it always does. The tech is fairly new and not much out there in 8k.

Kimber Hero interconnects, Waudio 10 gauge power cables and I can't remember where I got the speaker cables. I am using Pangea for the subs.

@@scottyo64 thanks! Is that a Pangea rack?

@@guillermomartin8248 Yes I have 2 vulcan X racks. I figured I would still have room to expand if I bought a second.

@@scottyo64 your rel hooked up with speakon cables?

I believe they are Sub Dude IIs but I will verify when I get back in town. Edit: found a link Auralex Acoustics SubDude-II Subwoofer Acoustic Isolation Platform, 1.75" x 15" x 15", v2 smile.amazon.com/dp/B00DI5AXNI/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_glt_fabc_SGEAM95CPMBQG68FXYCG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

@@scottyo64 Thank you!!!!

I also used to run my stereo Rel subwoofers on isolation pads... then I realised hang on a minute ain't these 8-in down firing subs designed to be a certain distance from the floor! 🤔 Hence the reason why I got rid of the isolation pads and used blu tack instead!

2 Pangea Vulcan X Brace audio racks. Only used the bottom 3 shelves still have the other pieces if I need to expand the stands more www.pangeaaudio.com/Pangea-Audio-Vulcan-X-Brace-Four-Shelf-Rack?quantity=1&finish=215

Also you can get them with out the "X" bracing and a few different finishes. They make amp stands as well.

@@scottyo64 what’s the first one that your tv and other equipment was on?

@@willmahoney2452 This is the one with the TV, which I no longer have as it wasn't stable enough for my 75" TV. I have seen these at many furniture stores not just this one. www.morfurniture.com/product/726672358-1890-4-pinnacle-sofa-table-in-gray

@@scottyo64 Many thanks. You’ve given me some really good information. My TV is actually mounted on the wall so this was actually just before the audio equipment that one. Many thanks and have a good day

I have tried it both ways but I like it better using fully balancrd XLR hook ups to the XSP-1 pre-amp

@@scottyo64 ahh ok ,yeah I never used it via XLR,just used digital out only,,I think I will hook it up again,, Thanks for the vid

@@jimmyFX The main thing is do what ever sounds best to you. I play around and try different things all the time.

Amps are far from weak. They do a very good job powering the Magnepan's. Some people are not found of Emotiva, but I love my DR1's. My Emotiva gear has and will continue to be my main system. I do have Cornwall IVs now, but switch the maggies in every so often for a change of pace. Edit: at 1,000 watts into 4 ohms, I have never had issues playing the maggies even at high volume levels.

@@scottyo64 Nice. I prefer the big box 3-ways myself. Though I have never really heard true high end towers, most towers I have heard always seem weak on the low end. I guess that is what subs are for. We saw some Magnepans at a guy's house at a party. My wife was fascinated by them. He was playing them, sounded good but not the optimal environment for any real evaluation. 👍

I haven't heard the HC1s so I can't comment.

@@scottyo64 Thanks for the response.

Lack of XLR doesn't "ruin" it but there is more potential that won't be used. The XPA-2 GEN 3 is a very good amp. Mine powers the left and right in my home theater set up. I have no plans to change it. My DR-1s are in my 2 channel system. Some days powering LRSs some my Cornwalls

Thanks man! I think the XPA will be the right choice in the end. It’s just that so many people are talking great about it eheh I’m going to start with the XPA and give it a try. If I don’t like it I’ll swap it for the DR 😎 keep up with the great videos!

FYI, the XPA-2 GEN 3 has XLR inputs, they just aren't fully Differential

Going for RCA-XLR cables helps anything, to connect the pre amp to the power amp?

The equipment racks? Those are Pangea Vulcan X stands, actually 2 of them. I have the ability to expand each one by adding another shelf. If you are asking about the one with the TV, that is a sofa table from Ashley Furniture. That is long gone.

@@scottyo64 thank you!

@@scottyo64 I can’t find them in a 2 or 3 shelf variety. Thoughts?

My thoughts? I don't believe it would make a big difference, and you might be disappointed. Here is what I can tell you. More "head room" with power is never a bad thing. Also, and some people will disagree with me, I have found with higher power amps I get better sound coming in at a lower volume. I now get good sound long before I piss off the neighbors. Anyway, that is my take. Dont hesitate if there is anything else

@@scottyo64 So you think I'd be better off staying with? I figured the speaker's potential would be more unlocked at higher gains is all. My current receiver trips out at the loudness I'm wanting. This is why I was trying to find the best way to get to where I know these speakers can go

@@scottyo64 I appreciate your reply and taking consideration anything you say. Of course my budget could allow I would have a completely different set up I'm just trying to capitalize on what I already have with a $1,200 budget. If you could recommend anything other than what I'm considering with what I'm working with I would definitely appreciate it! Thank you and Godspeed!

@jaredkilgore7194 I was just giving you a heads up. Don't expect a night and day change. The change will be subtle, but it will be noticeable. I still highly recommend the XPA2 amplifiers. Well worth the money, great value and bang for the buck. I use mine in my home theater running off my Marantz SR7012. I believe in external amps.

Going great!

At that time, RF-7 IIs, Wharfedale Evo 4.4, and Magnepan LRS's. It struggled with the LRSs at higher volumes. I would even say the A300 is better suited for the maggies as it has higher current. I am not saying the XPA-2 GEN 3 is a bad amp by any means. I still have it to this day.

I should say currently I have Cornwall IVs, which I replaced the Whardales with

Those are Pangea Vulcan X stands, I bought them @ audioadvice.com alrhough many companies carry them

www.audioadvisor.com/mobile/prodinfo.asp?number=PGVUXRK

No, very clean sound, no buzz what so ever

I sure wouldn't use them any other way

Sounds amazing I am sure!

I don't bi-amp except my center channel on my tv set-up. I have tried it in the past on my RF-7 IIs, I found no advantage. Not sure what you mean my power is wasted. I have no intention of running 4 monoblocks. 650 watts per channel is overkill already.

I run running DR1 monoblocks into the Wharfdale 4.4s. They work really well with the LRSs though as well.v

@@scottyo64 I’m considering the 4.3 and using the pre outs from my yamaha RXV6A receiver to an emotiva a300. Why’d you need so much power for each speaker?

@@pddymcd Originally it was for the Magnepan speakers that I needed the extra power. Now its mainly because I am running a fully "balanced" system. I have an A-300 and its a great amp that can EASILY drive the Wharfedale's. I have driven the 4.4s with my A12 tube amp with only 6 watts per channel and it worked fine.

@@scottyo64 do you still have your Wharfedale 4.4? What’s your thoughts

@@pddymcd Yes they are keepers. Really great mid range and bass that is not in your face but well pressented. The top end is a bit laid back but still very enjoyable. You can listen for long periods with out fatigue. I do find that I toe them in to almost directly face me in my listening position. I like them a lot with Jazz. They are in my system now.

@@kaydencarr7930 Pangea Vulcan X carbon fiber wrap.

@@scottyo64 ahh did you make them they well cool

@kaydencarr7930 no, I bought them that way

@@kaydencarr7930 I still use them to this day

Yeah I just looked them up, I like that they are compact simplistic yet stylish with the carbon fibre need to start saving my pennies up I used to have a Cyrus 8 series system, Warfedale evo 2, rel T1 sub, chord company cables throughout I would say at the time it was the equivalent to around £10,000 in today prices I sold all my audio equipment after having children but they all growing up now so been looking again… What do you think to; 2 x Emotiva dr1 1 x emotiva xpa 3 dac 1 x ever solo A8 streamer 1 x rel tx7 1 x monitor audio 300g My room size is 5x4x3 meters

I went cheap, both were open box

@@scottyo64 does not matter they are great subs, enjoy them, no at question of money, is what you do to make your system better.

Sorry using a cell phone, not a professional here.

People had asked me the differences so I gave them my thoughts. They wanted to know if it was worth the extra money. Sorry you didn't get anything out of this.

Ahhhhh