Skule Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Nic - I can't keep up with your wattage, that must sound simply stunning when you turn it up - I expect yours to go all the way to 11 [] When can we expect some good pictures of your whole system and room in all its glory (not only in the dark)??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shake777 Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Skule, The problem is that we have had a leak in the basement and we can't finiish it until we are 100% sure that its fixed. That means holding off on finishing until next spring. We need lots of snow to test the repaired cracks. Rain is one thing, but lots of melting snow puts much more stress on the drainage system and the repairs. So I'm stuck with bare walls and exposed wires.. Not very pretty. I took some pictures of the Emos and the Pals Yesterday and it just didn't look right. The room is about 16X25 dedicated space. I wish I had more but I'm thrilled to have what I have. Much of the time I listen, I just sit there in amazement. As you said, Palladiums are a whole different world. When the time comes we are going to do a nice job an sink some $ into it so it looks good and has lots ot insulation to keep the sound where we want it. That's one of the most important things to me is containing the sound in the basement so my wife can enjoy the peace and sanctity of her home. For me, that means turning it up and not having to feel guilty. Thanks for asking and I will come through eventually. Nic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shake777 Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Hi Skule, I thought I'd answer in two separate posts because the questions are so distinct. The sound is like nothing I've had or heard. The Emotiva UMC-1 does a wonderful job in creating a lively, realistic sound. Changing topics, you are correct, they are XPA-1s. Thanks for the sharp eye. They produce crystal clear sound at any level. From just barely audible to ear splitting maximum. There is no way I can turn it up al the way without ear protection. Thank you again for reading with a sharp eye and expressing interest in my system. Nic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonJCarney Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Shake, Let me start by saying I am thinking about getting the UMC-1 for my HT. I am surprised to see someone with so much money invested in their system using a $700 preamp. I have no experience with the UMC-1. I am worried that for the money ($499 now) I wouldn't be getting anything special. My other option is to wait a bit and go with an Onkyo pre in the $1500 range. I have an XPA-5 and the UMC would fit in perfect. How would you compare it to any other pre/pro's? The reviews seem to be a little shaky on it as well which doesn't inspire alot of confidence. Im curious what your thoughts on the UMC-1 are. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornfedksboy Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Shake, Let me start by saying I am thinking about getting the UMC-1 for my HT. I am surprised to see someone with so much money invested in their system using a $700 preamp. I have no experience with the UMC-1. I am worried that for the money ($499 now) I wouldn't be getting anything special. My other option is to wait a bit and go with an Onkyo pre in the $1500 range. I have an XPA-5 and the UMC would fit in perfect. How would you compare it to any other pre/pro's? The reviews seem to be a little shaky on it as well which doesn't inspire alot of confidence. Im curious what your thoughts on the UMC-1 are. Thanks JJC, You might also get some insight from Youthman. He recently purchased the UMC-1. Personally, I think the Emo line sells for roughly half to one third the price of equivalent gear. If that is correct, then the UMC-1 would be a $1500-2000.00 pre/pro by market standards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonJCarney Posted November 23, 2011 Share Posted November 23, 2011 Cornfed, so you think the umc-1 should be compared with the onkyo pr5508? I don't have a umc-1 but if It's as good as a flagship onkyo then it must be a great piece. I think I'll start a thread about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shake777 Posted November 23, 2011 Share Posted November 23, 2011 Jason, I've had some issues with it but the sound is amazing. If nothing else puts my Denon 4810 to shame. The room correction is imperfect but still it has an incredible graphic equalizer that you can adjust on the fly and hear instantaneously. Emotiva tech support sticks with you like glue till issues are done. I'll happily repeat this for any thread you start. Nic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Victor C Posted December 7, 2011 Share Posted December 7, 2011 I just plug them, no individual set up or anything it was a plug and play stuff... And im loving it!! . ... ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shake777 Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 DizRotus, "Darkness darkness be my pillow..." Here ya go Diz. Moving in the right direction anyway. Nic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DizRotus Posted December 13, 2011 Share Posted December 13, 2011 I should say so. Lookin' very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shake777 Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Jason, I'm not sure if it came up in the thread. My ultimate reason for getting the UMC-1 was because their new pre-pro is coming out soon and I will get the 40% off and it will be 900 for me and then I can sell the 1 for whatever. I also found out that my Denon 4810 was only good down to 6 ohms and they strongly recommended I don't mess with that kind of set-up. The 4810 is a great AVR but I found my self stuck with over $4k in Emo amps I couldn't use. Additionally, Emo is replacing my UMC-1 because, as you know it wasn't performing the way I'd hoped. Actually now that I'm getting the hang of it, its not as bad as I had originally thought. A guy who tours with Guns and Roses kind of fell in my lap though a neighbor and came over and tweaked the EQ and schooled me bigtime in about 15 minutes. There are still one or two issues that I'm not sure about so I want to be sure that the UMC-1 I sell is up to snuff since Emo did have a big bag o' problems with it. I know by this time you probably went in a different direction but I just wanted to get on record with my best accounting of what's up with my decision making process. The biggest things for me is the 4 ohm capability and 11 band EQ for all seven channels. Also, as another Member noted Emos stuff if is roughly half off of what the big names are charging due to their streamlined business plan. OK, my conscience is clear. Thanks for starting the thread. Nic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JasonJCarney Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Im not trying to bash emo with this at all and i don't even own the umc-1. I just don't fully understand the loyalty to emo. You had to have it replaced once already. You needed a professional To help with setup. Yet you can't wait to hand emo $900 for their latest installment of a pre/pro sight unseen and with a history of problems on their last pre/pro. You are looking at emo's price point and some how determining that their prices for the pre/pro are some how better than everyone else's based on a business model that includes constant returns, refurbishments, and apparently terrible BETA testing. I love my emo amp and really thought about the umc-1, but I just need to see more from a quality standpoint before spending my hard earned money on a product with that kind of track record. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shake777 Posted December 14, 2011 Share Posted December 14, 2011 Jason, That's fine. Those are reasonable objections. I'll say more on the correct thread later. I'm still glad you started the debate. Nic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me Loves Khorns Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Great looking pics! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shake777 Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Khorns, hoping mine is part of your enjoyment. Nic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ivanhurd Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Sweet pics everyone. Palladiums are definitely on my wish list... @Skule - Looks like you could use a universal remote =^P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugeroost Posted December 26, 2012 Share Posted December 26, 2012 Skule, is that a big wood burning heater in that room, the big round thing with a pipe coming up. Oh, killer system man Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skule Posted December 27, 2012 Share Posted December 27, 2012 Thanks Hugeroost - I simply cannot recommend the Palladiums enough, even if you have to pay the full price they are worth it if you ask me. And yes, that is a wood burning heater, it's made by a Danish company called Scan. This particular one is called a Scan DSA 5 - it actually is too big for this room (meaning it can heat much larger rooms) but we just love the design of it. Kindof like I love the P39s, even if I am sure the P37s would have been enough for me :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigerwoodKhorns Posted December 28, 2012 Share Posted December 28, 2012 Thanks Hugeroost - I simply cannot recommend the Palladiums enough, even if you have to pay the full price they are worth it if you ask me. And yes, that is a wood burning heater, it's made by a Danish company called Scan. This particular one is called a Scan DSA 5 - it actually is too big for this room (meaning it can heat much larger rooms) but we just love the design of it. Kindof like I love the P39s, even if I am sure the P37s would have been enough for me :-) I agree. I have had B&W 800's and the Palladiums are right there with them. I'd actually have to say that I prefer the Palladiums because you do not need 500 wpc to drive them. They are also a little punchier than the B&W's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbox Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 I'd like to hear a "blind taste test", Best Palladium has to offer up against Cinema line. 2 channel, not subs allowed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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