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[cheapaudioman]

Yamaha AS301 Yhttps://howl.me/cjWnduNs1ib

[Lou.B]

VERY helpful video for a noob like me. I'm trying to soak up the information you share, looking for patterns in the strategies you describe, tied back to component specs, the 'synchronicity' between components, my common listening dynamics (music profiles), and my room/listening conditions.
It's a bit like learning a new language; I don't have any preconceptions getting in the way (except the weirdness of a smartphone front end - I like dials to drive by!), but it feels like I'm discovering a new way to think.
Thanks for sharing your intelligence and experience!

[christophedecavalla]

I’ve purchased the Fosi V3 with the 48volt power supply and hoping it will pair well with the Micca RB42. Since they are a warm speaker with deep bass but not efficient, the idea is that the higher voltage will help. Plus if the V3 is clear and bright but a little lacking in bottom end, the deep bass and rolled off high end of the Micca could theoretically be a really good marriage. Time will tell.

[habu]

Love your channel man! I am currently using a Trends Audio TA 10.2P T-Class amp (bought for €100 second hand) as a power amp with my Marantz NR1200 (bought for €450 second hand) as pre-amp. My speakers are Q Acoustics 3050i's (bought for €400 second hand). The combination is so sweet. The Marantz was lacking definition with the Q's in my new living room and I was looking for second hand power amps when I came across the Trends Audio. It has completely transformed the sound. It's almost ridiculous that this wee little box has so much clarity and definition, it's one of the best sounding combos I have ever had for less than €1000! Love it, T-Class rules!

[pbaker]

Great recommendations. I have the AS301 paired with the Klipsch RP600Ms. I listen to music all day on "pure direct" with no tone controls. I bought the RP600ms for $399. I'd love to see how the Emotiva speakers sound with this amp.

[Simon_Hawkshaw]

Thank you for your advice and product pairing. This is very helpful and removes a lot of the guesswork. Your time and effort are greatly appreciated. Stay well, Sir.

[darinclark]

Currently running a Fosi DA2120C through my Klipsch RP500Ms... Perfection.

[HeadphoneHarvey]

Outstanding content. Informative for any listener but especially good becauses it introduces the concept of pairing components to the newcomer.

[jamesswilleyamericasaudito]

I am currently using a Song STR DH590 receiver with 2 pair of Sony SSCS5`s and a subwoofer!! I Love the Sony SSCS 5`s!!

[todddonaldson]

‘Things would have gone a lot smoother’ but probably far less hilarious 😂 Those first videos were gold!!

[DougMen]

Elacs are on sale at Crutchfield right now, $239 for a pair of B6.2s, and $529 for a pair of DBR62s, both exceptional speakers for those prices. And, the Yamaha S301 is one of my favorite integrated amps under $1500.

[heartlikeasky]

I paired the Yamaha AS301 with a pair of Dali Spektor 2 and it sounds beautifully in small to medium room with the loudness, bass and treble tweaked. Great for vinyl records as it tends to pull that bass out without the need for a sub woofer. Unfortunately the AS301 doesn't come with bluetooth but to compensate that I just added a Bludento B2 apt-x DAC receiver.

[miquel]

Hi there, i love your opinions and suggestions. Always with a sense of humour but honest and straight forward. I have the Denon PMA 600 NE and it powered the Q acoustics 3030i.s...marvelous combination and sound. But last week i changed the 3030i.s for the new Q acoustics 5020. I.m overwhelmed by the sound, really brilliant! The 3030s were very good but the PMA 600 with the 5020s... What a combination. After a couple days running in the sound is so smooth, so clear.. Hifi doesn.t have to be expensive. Really blown away by the sound. And i love my PMA 600, a no nonsense, laid back powerful enough amp. I use the Denon 800 series musicstreamer and a Pro ject debut carbon evo turntable. Low budget Hifi but for me the best. I enjoy the sound every single day! Keep up the good work and keep you videos coming!

[heymaynards]

My desktop setup is Running pair of the Jamo S 803 with a Fosi DAC-Q4 to Fosi TB10D Amp love the sound and a steal at under $350. Got the Fosi TB10D after watching your review and it is a great sounding Amp. Once I put the DAC in for the USB and cut out the computer DAC it improved dramatically. I don't care what the folks out there say about these amps these are a great way to get into this hobby and figure what I like without breaking the bank..

[richardpadilla]

Love this little amp. I bought the V3 as well. Paired with with some Klipsch 8000-F's and it shook the house. No heating issues either.

[robertendsley]

Really Enjoy my
Jamo C 603
Paired with my
Aiyima A08 Pro
Yamaha YST SW 216 Sub
Very “Hard Hitting”
Neutral with warmth. Highs are a bit rolled off.

[mfgxl]

I have the polk ES50, the the dual driver floor standing of the ES15, and they are amazing.

[dtardis]

I hope you revisit the Kef Q's at some point. I'd like to hear your take on them. I'm thinking about getting the Q350's

[artac]

Suprised that no mentions of the nuemi bs5 or I could have missed it.

[tmdillon]

I bought the V3 even though I didn't need it and I'm buying a Marantz 2230 from a friend. My plan is to build a pair of CSS Torii's to replace my soundbar and use my WIIM Pro as a pre-amp with the Fosi bridging the optical out from the TV to the amp. I have no idea how the WIIM will switch between the TV and streaming but I guess I'll find out.