Been trying to research the Yaqin. Been a home audio guy for 25 years. This last year I have gotten more serious about and interested in introducing tube sound into my 2 channel set up.
This is without question one of the best speakers I've had the pleasure to own. The base of the Heresy IVs has significantly improved over the Heresy IIIs. They are open, the depth and soundstage are breathtaking. These are absolutely full-sounding with incredible, powerful bass. I'm going to post videos comparing the Heresy IVs and the Harbeths in the near future.
@@adekusmana4689 I've been extremely busy but I'll sure to post some videos within a couple of weeks. I like the Heresy IV better than the Harbeth P3ESR, 30, Compact 7, and SHL5 speakers. The Harbeth 40 is an impressive speaker though.
Yes... amazing sound, considering the setup... Does the Yaqin CD3 Tube Buffer make the difference in the sound (airy, spacious...)? Have you tried the same setup without the Yaqin to determine what difference it makes?
@@ysk249 Yes - from the other videos with the Klipsch speakers driven by the Line Magnetic tube amps... they sound great with similar tube amps. Though, I'm surprised that the tube buffer alone makes that much difference.
Tidal -> MacBook Air -> Mytek Brooklyn DAC -> Yaqin SD-CD3 -> Parasound A23 -> Klipsch Heresy IV. Volume is controlled via a MacBook computer or the knobs on the back of the A23 amp.
wow it sounds so clear. How do you connect this Yaqin SD-CD3 ? I have a peachtree Nova 300 integrated amp, and my source is Cambridge CXN V2, can I connect it in between? Diana Krall just one amazing singer
@@ysk249 I was reading some review on this SD-CD3. Did you experience any electrical issues ? www.diyaudio.com/forums/chip-amps/228620-alittle-disaster-story.html According to Yaqin website I can connect it in between source and integrated amp. I wanna get your expertise advise. I have a Cambridge CXN V2 Network streamer for Tidal streaming. So from the CXN output, I use RCA connect to SD CD3 input and from SD CD3 output , it goes to my integrated amp input. Is that the right connection?
@@ceddy1031 I didn't have any issues with the Yaqin. My setup is Tidal -> MacBook Air -> Mytek Brooklyn DAC -> Yaqin SD CD3 -> Parasound A23 -> Klipsch Heresy IV. I hope this helps!
What kind of tubes did you put on the yaqin sd-cd3? They are certainly not the classic and famous 6sn7, could they damage the inside of the device being more powerful? Did you make an improvement inside the buffer?
The Heresy IV is a noticeable improvement over the III with a base port in the back for better low frequencies. Also, the American walnut finish is really nice.
While listening to a couple of speakers attached to the computer, there is an exceptional sound from your system and I am very intrigued. It is certainly an excellent system. Could you give me an opinion on brooklyn, is it as great as they say?
Hey, what McIntosh preamp are you using here? And tube make / model are you using in the cd3? I am primarily interested what the preamp sounded with and without the cd3? Thanks in advance.
I am using the Mytek Brooklyn as a DAC + preamp. Excellent sound and design but it’s not easy to use as there’s only a few buttons for hundreds of functions.
Yes, you are correct. The Celestions sound INCREDIBLE when paired with the McIntosh C500 tube preamps. I'll post a video of the A23 and the Celestion SL6Si in the very near future.
@@ysk249 I love Celestions. I still own the SL6s , I remember back in the days when I was a kid, I worked like a dog to get that speaker 35 years ago lol. ibb.co/ZVknrC5
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Been trying to research the Yaqin.
Been a home audio guy for 25 years. This last year I have gotten more serious about and interested in introducing tube sound into my 2 channel set up.
Tidal and tube amps made a significant improvement in my audio journey. They will bring you a sweet, airy, and holographic sound.
Why are those lights white on the A23? Mine are blue and red. Diana Krall and an A23, a great combo.
2:05. Mine are red and blue as well. Parasound A23 sounds as good as McIntosh MC152 in my setup.
I want this streaming dac
I'm completely happy with the Mytek Brooklyn DAC. They sound better than the McIntosh D100 DAC/Preamp.
I too have this DAC with amazing SQ. Mines goes into a PLevo300i then Cornwall4s
Wait a few months for the BB2. Mytek is adding Roon so from my understanding this will serve as a streamer and Roon endpoint.
Sweet!
Just bought the Heresy iv's . Waiting for them to arrive. What is the low end like on these? I heard it was improved over the iii's.
This is without question one of the best speakers I've had the pleasure to own. The base of the Heresy IVs has significantly improved over the Heresy IIIs. They are open, the depth and soundstage are breathtaking. These are absolutely full-sounding with incredible, powerful bass. I'm going to post videos comparing the Heresy IVs and the Harbeths in the near future.
@@ysk249 have you posted it? Cant wait to see the comparison to harbeth.
@@ysk249 which one is better compare to harbeth? Shl 5 + i mean here
@@adekusmana4689 I've been extremely busy but I'll sure to post some videos within a couple of weeks. I like the Heresy IV better than the Harbeth P3ESR, 30, Compact 7, and SHL5 speakers. The Harbeth 40 is an impressive speaker though.
@@ysk249 wow nice info..how if it's compared to Harbeth SHL5 PLUS?
or Proac D3.8
Martin logan, vantage?
Your advise is really apreciated. Thank you.
Yes... amazing sound, considering the setup... Does the Yaqin CD3 Tube Buffer make the difference in the sound (airy, spacious...)? Have you tried the same setup without the Yaqin to determine what difference it makes?
Have any advice on where to buy the yaqin? Tubes to try? Precautions to not damage my parasound a23?
I think they are completely sold out and no longer in production. I highly recommend that you try a tube integrated amp Willsenton R8 with Heresy IV.
@@ysk249 Yes - from the other videos with the Klipsch speakers driven by the Line Magnetic tube amps... they sound great with similar tube amps. Though, I'm surprised that the tube buffer alone makes that much difference.
Please help me understand the steps in your system... Dac is connected to the Yaqin via RCA's and then connected to the amplifier (RCA's again) right?
Tidal -> MacBook Air -> Mytek Brooklyn DAC -> Yaqin SD-CD3 -> Parasound A23 -> Klipsch Heresy IV. Volume is controlled via a MacBook computer or the knobs on the back of the A23 amp.
wow it sounds so clear. How do you connect this Yaqin SD-CD3 ? I have a peachtree Nova 300 integrated amp, and my source is Cambridge CXN V2, can I connect it in between? Diana Krall just one amazing singer
Yes, Yaqin goes between your source and the amp. DAC -> Yaqin SD-CD3 -> Amp
@@ysk249 I was reading some review on this SD-CD3. Did you experience any electrical issues ? www.diyaudio.com/forums/chip-amps/228620-alittle-disaster-story.html
According to Yaqin website I can connect it in between source and integrated amp. I wanna get your expertise advise. I have a Cambridge CXN V2 Network streamer for Tidal streaming. So from the CXN output, I use RCA connect to SD CD3 input and from SD CD3 output , it goes to my integrated amp input. Is that the right connection?
@@ceddy1031 I didn't have any issues with the Yaqin. My setup is Tidal -> MacBook Air -> Mytek Brooklyn DAC -> Yaqin SD CD3 -> Parasound A23 -> Klipsch Heresy IV. I hope this helps!
What kind of tubes did you put on the yaqin sd-cd3?
They are certainly not the classic and famous 6sn7, could they damage the inside of the device being more powerful?
Did you make an improvement inside the buffer?
I just replaced the stock tubes with PSVANE 6SN7 tubes. I always make sure to turn the power amp off when switching or connecting speakers.
Is difference between Heresy 3 and 4 noticeable?
The Heresy IV is a noticeable improvement over the III with a base port in the back for better low frequencies. Also, the American walnut finish is really nice.
Nice
While listening to a couple of speakers attached to the computer, there is an exceptional sound from your system and I am very intrigued.
It is certainly an excellent system.
Could you give me an opinion on brooklyn, is it as great as they say?
I really like the sound and modern design, but it’s not user friendly as there’s only a few buttons for hundreds of functions.
Black Ice Tube DAC and Chord Qutest were also excellent DACs but I kept the Brooklyn b/c of its design and digital display.
Hey, what McIntosh preamp are you using here? And tube make / model are you using in the cd3?
I am primarily interested what the preamp sounded with and without the cd3? Thanks in advance.
I am using the Mytek Brooklyn as a DAC + preamp. Excellent sound and design but it’s not easy to use as there’s only a few buttons for hundreds of functions.
The preamp you see in this video is C15. I have other videos that I used the McIntosh C15.
@@ysk249 thanks, does the c15 sound smooth or refine? What does adding cd3 add or subtract from the sound?
@@jianboo It sounds neutral. I rarely used the C15 because the C500 tube preamp sounds so much better.
The Yaqin CD3 adds warmth and an airy sound.
@@ysk249 Thanks for taking time to respond. Your audio collection keeps on growing, thank you for uploading videos and sharing them with us.
Sounds amazing! Are those Celestions in the background? If so, how do they pair with the A23?
Yes, you are correct. The Celestions sound INCREDIBLE when paired with the McIntosh C500 tube preamps. I'll post a video of the A23 and the Celestion SL6Si in the very near future.
@@ysk249 I love Celestions. I still own the SL6s , I remember back in the days when I was a kid, I worked like a dog to get that speaker 35 years ago lol.
ibb.co/ZVknrC5
@@ceddy1031 You have a beautiful pair of Celestion speakers. I've owned them for only 3 years but I love Celestions.
I plan to keep them forever!
@@ysk249 same here. Mine is very old but I baby them nicely , they sound like new.
Hi, nice clarity, what type of tube you use in Yaqin sdcd3.
I'm using PSVANE 6SN7.
Not a big fan of Krall but that is a fine hi-fi!
Costello is cool though
Krall is the third wife of Elvis Costello. She should've stayed single. Great jazz singer though.