God. What more can you say about Ray Samuels? The guy is first rate and I just love his approach to amplification design choices. His military background makes him unbeatable. Very organized, smart man. Knows what the customer wants. Great video. ❤
Great video, how did the new power supply affect the dynamic headphone portion of the headamp? I also really wish Ray could set up a booth at canjam so we can all get a listen to that beauty.
A fantastic review of this beast! I'm sure he will throw you a cheecky discount for your review, which is obviously 100% transparent as that's the type of person you are when it comes to audio. I just got my first estat being the Audeze CRBN and I bought the iFi Phantom to drive it. I can say with that Xbass at the highest setting, I have heard the best bass ever and I've owned the LCD 4. The CRBN slams and punches so hard and approaches to the level of the HEKSE but with the best definition and texture, making it absolutely unreal. Its also elevates my OG Utopia to levels I have never heard before its just a terrific amp.
Leon, I love the CRBN! My only complaint is the pops when you take them off or put them on. Sound is top grade and different from other e-stats. I doubt I will get a discount on the amp. I'm certainly not expecting one. I've been counting pennies trying to afford this beast. It's going to be tight.
@DirectorsGarage I've only had the driver flex on me twice after a few days, so maybe I'm one of the lucky ones? But I always mute the volume, and I'm very gentle and slow when putting or taking them off. Do you think it's worth having both power supplies for that different sound? I assume Ray will charge extra to have both.
I love the specific Music cuts . They really set you apart from the pack in my opinion. Great Job , Now I just need 13 grand and tax. No problem right ?
would have been funny if you open'd the suit case and Ray had sent the wrong one and had his dirty laundry in it instead... ha ha ha... good to see it was the power supply instead...
I heard from Ray that you were able to audition the B-21 Raider some more. Would you be able to try the Zaehl HM1 as a preamp to the B-21 and hear how the HM1’s analog adjustments sound through the B-21?
Unfortunately I don't have the Zähl any longer. I sold it to buy the B-21, but then I got laid off and had to scuttle my B-21 dreams! Thankfully Ray is taking mercy on me and lending me the amp for a while.
So what will Ray do? Is he going to leave the choice of power supply to the user and offer both? Is he going to stick with the final production one you looked at first? Or is he going to switch things up based on your input?
God. What more can you say about Ray Samuels? The guy is first rate and I just love his approach to amplification design choices. His military background makes him unbeatable. Very organized, smart man. Knows what the customer wants. Great video. ❤
best review channel !!!!
Solid stuff director glad you were able to land this early and get two episodes out of it
another great review, does the new power supply affect the non electrostatic side?
No David. Just the electrostatic.
Hope you find a way to get this on the rack permanently, given the enormous pleasure it’s bringing to your musical enjoyment.
Great video, how did the new power supply affect the dynamic headphone portion of the headamp? I also really wish Ray could set up a booth at canjam so we can all get a listen to that beauty.
The 4 caps affect only the electrostatic side of the amp. There are another 4 caps for the dynamic side. They are separate circuits.
A fantastic review of this beast! I'm sure he will throw you a cheecky discount for your review, which is obviously 100% transparent as that's the type of person you are when it comes to audio.
I just got my first estat being the Audeze CRBN and I bought the iFi Phantom to drive it. I can say with that Xbass at the highest setting, I have heard the best bass ever and I've owned the LCD 4. The CRBN slams and punches so hard and approaches to the level of the HEKSE but with the best definition and texture, making it absolutely unreal.
Its also elevates my OG Utopia to levels I have never heard before its just a terrific amp.
Leon, I love the CRBN! My only complaint is the pops when you take them off or put them on. Sound is top grade and different from other e-stats. I doubt I will get a discount on the amp. I'm certainly not expecting one. I've been counting pennies trying to afford this beast. It's going to be tight.
@DirectorsGarage I've only had the driver flex on me twice after a few days, so maybe I'm one of the lucky ones? But I always mute the volume, and I'm very gentle and slow when putting or taking them off.
Do you think it's worth having both power supplies for that different sound? I assume Ray will charge extra to have both.
Thank you.
I love the specific Music cuts . They really set you apart from the pack in my opinion. Great Job , Now I just need 13 grand and tax. No problem right ?
I'm glad you're happy with this amp, but you might want to get out and hear other amps (e.g.: Audionet, Ch Precision, Boulder, Dartzheel, etc.).
Oh man, I might need to make an irresponsible purchase.🤣
would have been funny if you open'd the suit case and Ray had sent the wrong one and had his dirty laundry in it instead... ha ha ha... good to see it was the power supply instead...
I heard from Ray that you were able to audition the B-21 Raider some more. Would you be able to try the Zaehl HM1 as a preamp to the B-21 and hear how the HM1’s analog adjustments sound through the B-21?
Unfortunately I don't have the Zähl any longer. I sold it to buy the B-21, but then I got laid off and had to scuttle my B-21 dreams! Thankfully Ray is taking mercy on me and lending me the amp for a while.
@@DirectorsGarage Sorry to hear that. Hope you get to a better situation soon! I really appreciate your reviews.
So what will Ray do? Is he going to leave the choice of power supply to the user and offer both? Is he going to stick with the final production one you looked at first? Or is he going to switch things up based on your input?
So where can I buy this amp ? 😃
raysamuelsaudio.com or email rsaudio@raysamuelsaudio.com -- and tell him I sent ya!
@@DirectorsGaragehis website isn't safe ... atleast that's what Google is showing hmm . Could you check please or inform him
You, sir, are an audiophile. (The good kind.)
sir you 6k subscribers will be soon completed sir plzz do headphone giveaway and plzz open it to india