CWelsh Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 The Bluesound is a streamer. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 Was just going to recc. your above post. Lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeye_a Posted May 13, 2022 Author Share Posted May 13, 2022 Optical vs HDMI-arc. Considering my target use-case (2 or 2.1 stereo with the HeresyIVs (optional sub)), I guess the optical connection has sufficient bandwidth? If so, the only benefit of HDMI-arc would be using a single remote to control the volume and turning the amp on/off? Would those be fair conclusions? After searching for a couple of days, I haven't found an amp with an HDMI-arc input within my price range, so I'm wondering if I should just "settle" with using an optical connection and two remotes. I came across the "PS Audio Sprout 100", which has an optical-in, is within my price range and looks fairly simple (big plus for me). Would this amp suit the HeresyIVs? Cheers 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 If you want to, post the link to that product. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schu Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 18 hours ago, ODS123 said: And good call on choosing an integrated (or even an AVR) over separates! ..There's no engineering-based rationale for separating into two or more boxes that which can elegantly be built into one. ..Not only is an integrated solution cheaper, there's fewer components and less cable clutter. lol... wat 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeye_a Posted May 13, 2022 Author Share Posted May 13, 2022 11 minutes ago, billybob said: If you want to, post the link to that product. Thanks! PS Audio Sprout100: https://www.psaudio.com/products/sprout100-integrated-amplifier/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 7 minutes ago, Hawkeye_a said: PS Audio Sprout100: https://www.psaudio.com/products/sprout100-integrated-amplifier/ Sure reads like it will meet your requirements!? Sleep on it after you decide. Would be nice maybe to try it, with ability to return. Others here familiar with brand may say more. Thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeye_a Posted May 13, 2022 Author Share Posted May 13, 2022 16 minutes ago, billybob said: Sure reads like it will meet your requirements!? Sleep on it after you decide. Would be nice maybe to try it, with ability to return. Others here familiar with brand may say more. Thanks! Cheers. Yeah its a bit of a tangent from what i initially wanted (HDMI-arc), but this one is compatible with 100-240v as well, which is a big plus for me. (And the remote isn't intimidating) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 2 minutes ago, Hawkeye_a said: Cheers. Yeah its a bit of a tangent from what i initially wanted (HDMI-arc), but this one is compatible with 100-240v as well, which is a big plus for me. (And the remote isn't intimidating) Saw that and you could travel with it easily enough. 50 wpc @8 Ohms should drive the speakers easily enough. Not concert level though, maybe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Klipschtastic Posted May 13, 2022 Share Posted May 13, 2022 My Marantz PM7000n is really nice with my Cornwall IVs. $1199 new but look for open box or check Accessories 4less for a refurbished model. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeye_a Posted May 15, 2022 Author Share Posted May 15, 2022 I just came across the NAD 3045, which seems to match my initial requirements (HDMI-arc, intl' power, etc), they are a bit over budget, but oh well. https://nadelectronics.com/product/d-3045-hybrid-digital-dac-amplifier/ If anyone is interested, Steve Huff made a video about his HEeresyIVs and pairing them with the PS Audio Sprout 100. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 Yes NAD... Let know how it goes. Thanks! PS, Think you have found what we are looking for. Great find if you want. Cool mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CWelsh Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 That NAD 3045 looks like a winner! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KT88 Posted May 15, 2022 Share Posted May 15, 2022 The same Bluesound Node (last edition without the digit 2 or 2i) is also available with a built in amp, 80 watts or so. It is called Bluesound Power Node. Because Bluesound and NAD belong to the same company the power section is the same Class D as used in the latest NAD amps. I personally use the Blue Sound streamer without power amp together with a vintage Quad 34 pre and Quad 306 power amp. This amps combination costs about $650 used in total and I know not many transistor amps which work so good with horns because the 306 power amp has a circuit which is one of the best for very low level signals like a tube amp. And because it is British you will have full service in Australia as well. Just to buy the Bluesound Powernode comes cheaper. But I have no experience with the sound of newish Class D power amps. Many reviews think, it is good. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeye_a Posted August 3, 2022 Author Share Posted August 3, 2022 (edited) An update and a couple of follow up questions. I managed to get a demo of the Heresy IV & Forte IV. And ..... I think I shouldn't have had a listen to the Fortes, cause I ended up ordering a pair. The Heresys were great too, but they would have needed sub IMHO and while I do have a sub, i just wanted to keep it simple as space is at a premium. I've ordered a PSAudio Sprout 100, and i hope it is suitable/enough (I realize it does not have HDMI arc input). Being my first pair of passive speakers. I have a question about 4ohm vs 8ohm. The Fortes are listed as "8ohm compatible". The Sprout100 is rated as 100WPC @ 4ohm and 50WPC @ 8ohm. Is this something I need to be aware of when hooking everything up? ie do i need to set the Sprout100(or any amp) to output for 8ohm speakers explicitly? Or is this something which happens "automatically"? Does it even matter? The reason I ask, is because I don't want to damage the amp or speakers with incorrect power, etc. Cheers PS>>I would have liked to consider the "LEAK Stereo 130" or the "Decware Triode Amp", but alas they didn't support 100-240V power supplies (and they're way out of my price range ). Edited August 3, 2022 by Hawkeye_a 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted August 3, 2022 Share Posted August 3, 2022 Thinking you will be alright. Others will say. Congrats! @Hawkeye_a 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
82 Cornwalls Posted August 3, 2022 Share Posted August 3, 2022 1 hour ago, Hawkeye_a said: PS>>I would have liked to consider the "LEAK Stereo 130" or the "Decware Triode Amp", but alas they didn't support 100-240V power supplies (and they're way out of my price range ). They both have the option according to their websites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkeye_a Posted August 3, 2022 Author Share Posted August 3, 2022 11 minutes ago, 82 Cornwalls said: They both have the option according to their websites. They are BTO options. (Can't change later if I need to) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
82 Cornwalls Posted August 3, 2022 Share Posted August 3, 2022 You would have to order the Decware wired for where you plan to be in 2 years. 😉 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billybob Posted August 3, 2022 Share Posted August 3, 2022 Yes @Hawkeye_a... Let us know how the Sprout works out for you. BTW, are you in the US? Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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