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The Khozmo Passive Preamplifier - A different way to do things!
#poland #preamp #hifi
HiFi is often a compromise, but that's ok as we can choose to lean into what we value most - if you love resolution, detail, clarity and beauty, welcome to the Khozmo Passive Preamplifier!
@SmallRoomAudio
Hope you enjoy :-)
Tested with:
Luxman 595ase
Hypex Nilai DIY Stereo Amplifier
Dynaudio Heritage Special
B&W 805D4
Marten Duke 2
Luxman D10x
Atlas Superior Power Cables
Audioquest K2 Speaker Cables
High Fidelity RCA Interconnects
Zavfino Fusion MkII XLR Interconnect
Gothic Audio Nublu Silver Cryo RCA & XLR
Lessloss C-Marc XLR
KEF KC62 Subwoofer
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Відео

Bluesound Node X - King of the hill, or past its prime? Let's discuss!
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#audiophile #bluesound #streaming Without doubt this is the best Bluesound Node so far and a great bit of kit if you use all of it's functions! If you just want a streamer, a headphone amp, or just need a dac, there might be better options for you - but this is a top all rounder for sure! Hope you enjoy :-) Tested with: Luxman 595ase Hypex Nilai DIY Stereo Amplifier Dynaudio Heritage Special B&...
CD Players are Awesome! Cyrus CDi XR and PSU-XR REVIEW! (And a sneak preview of the Luxman D10X)
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#cdplayer #audiophile #hifi Let's spin some silver discs and have an awesome time! Seriously super kit that can be upgraded, loved and enjoyed! Awesome! Hope you enjoy :-) Tested with: Luxman 595ase Hypex Nilai DIY Stereo Amplifier Dynaudio Heritage Special B&W 805D4 Marten Duke 2 Luxman D10x Atlas Superior Power Cables Audioquest K2 Speaker Cables High Fidelity RCA Interconnects Zavfino Fusion...
Tannoy Eaton VS Harbeth C7ES-3 40th Anniversary - If you love Tone, Richness, Body and Warmth!
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#tannoy #harbeth #audiophile #hifi #stereo Hello everyone, we hope you like our VS video between the Tannoy Eaton and Harbeth C7ES-3 40th Anniversary Edition. I really liked both of these speakers, but to help with more detailed comparisons I created a little chart below: Audio Skill Harbeth Tannoy Tone Draw Treble Draw Midrange Winner Bass Winner Richness/Body Winner Detail Draw Resolution Dra...
NAD M23 Stereo Power Amp Review - Absolutely Tasteless Sound....and that's brilliant!
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#m23 #poweramps #hifi #audiophile #stereo Hey everyone - here's our take on the NAD M23 - Purifi, class D, and one of the most transparent and colourless components I've ever heard! For the right system, this is absolutely KILLER! Love it. Tested with: As a preamp: Luxman 595 Tannoy Eaton Harbeth 40th Anniversary C7 ES-3 Dynaudio Heritage Special Atlas Superior Power Cables Audioquest K2 Speake...
*WORLD PREMIERE REVIEW* Denafrips Venus II 12th Anniversary Edition DAC - Simply Stunning!
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#denafrips #hifi #audiophile Hey everyone, we hope you like our review of the Denafrips Venus 2 12th - It really is a terrific DAC and I highly recommend it! The cost depends on your local currency conversion - $4,149 Singapore dollars currently! Tested with: Luxman 595 Tannoy Eaton Harbeth 40th Anniversary C7 ES-3 Dynaudio Heritage Special Atlas Superior Power Cables Audioquest K2 Speaker Cabl...
Going French with Triangle and Atoll! A Great Digital HiFi System Under £2k
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Hello everyone - we hope you enjoy our French system suggestion! This sounds lovely and represents excellent VFM! The Atoll streamer is an excellent digital preamp, streamer and dac. A top pairing with the Triangles and Atoll amp.
Klipsch Forte IV Review - Getting Horny in a Small Room!
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Klipsch Forte IV Review - Getting Horny in a Small Room!
R2R DAC FIGHT! - Denafrips Ares12th VS Gustard R26 - Who's gonna win?
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R2R DAC FIGHT! - Denafrips Ares12th VS Gustard R26 - Who's gonna win?
Channel Update: Little Big Adventure Begins!
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Channel Update: Little Big Adventure Begins!
B&W to McIntosh and Beyond - $1M of HiFi - A Day Out At Reference Audio!
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B&W to McIntosh and Beyond - $1M of HiFi - A Day Out At Reference Audio!
A Dealer Day Out - Reference Audio UK - HiFi Porn! #shorts
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A Dealer Day Out - Reference Audio UK - HiFi Porn! #shorts
Enleum AMP-23R VS Luxman 595ase - Is this a fair fight, which is better?
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Enleum AMP-23R VS Luxman 595ase - Is this a fair fight, which is better?
Rubyoung R630 Speaker Review - For the trendy music lover!
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Rubyoung R630 Speaker Review - For the trendy music lover!
Streaming DACs - What does more money buy you? Sharing what I've learnt on my audiophile adventure!
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Streaming DACs - What does more money buy you? Sharing what I've learnt on my audiophile adventure!
NEW Neat Petite 30 Review - You won't BELIEVE how good these are! Small Room Heaven - Brilliant!
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NEW Neat Petite 30 Review - You won't BELIEVE how good these are! Small Room Heaven - Brilliant!
Triangle Comete 40th Anniversary Edition Review - Super, Posh, French and Horny!
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Triangle Comete 40th Anniversary Edition Review - Super, Posh, French and Horny!
Innuos Phoenix Review - Delightful Digital! Once you Re-clock, it's hard to stop. Polish that USB!
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Innuos Phoenix Review - Delightful Digital! Once you Re-clock, it's hard to stop. Polish that USB!
NAD C298 Review - Purifi Inside - The Future Is NOW!
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NAD C298 Review - Purifi Inside - The Future Is NOW!
Dynaudio Heritage Special Review - My FAVOURITE so far!
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Dynaudio Heritage Special Review - My FAVOURITE so far!
Truth & Power: Orchard Audio Starkrimson Ultra Streaming Amplifier Review - Gallium Nitride Inside!
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Truth & Power: Orchard Audio Starkrimson Ultra Streaming Amplifier Review - Gallium Nitride Inside!
Budget Active VS Budget Passive Speaker Test - Edifier S2000 MKiii vs Triangle BR02 - The Winner Is?
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Budget Active VS Budget Passive Speaker Test - Edifier S2000 MKiii vs Triangle BR02 - The Winner Is?
Edifier S2000 MK3 Review - Sexy, Cheap, Self-Powered, Yummy! - VFM Hifi
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Edifier S2000 MK3 Review - Sexy, Cheap, Self-Powered, Yummy! - VFM Hifi
Synthesis A50 Taurus Review - True Love - Also Feat: Line Magnetic 508ia & Dynaudio Heritage Special
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Synthesis A50 Taurus Review - True Love - Also Feat: Line Magnetic 508ia & Dynaudio Heritage Special
HiFi Treasure Hunt! - Schiit Loki Mini+, DAC32, IFI DC Blocker & Ground Defender, Chord Clearway RCA
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HiFi Treasure Hunt! - Schiit Loki Mini , DAC32, IFI DC Blocker & Ground Defender, Chord Clearway RCA
NAD M10 Review - Easy as you like!
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NAD M10 Review - Easy as you like!
A HiFi Masterclass in VFM! = Edifier R1850DB Review
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A HiFi Masterclass in VFM! = Edifier R1850DB Review
Do you like to BOOGIE?! 60 watts of Class A/B Goodness!! Exposure XM5 Integrated Amplifier Review
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Do you like to BOOGIE?! 60 watts of Class A/B Goodness!! Exposure XM5 Integrated Amplifier Review
Ophidian Mojo 2 REVIEW - Mosh pit in your living room!
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Ophidian Mojo 2 REVIEW - Mosh pit in your living room!
Neat Iota Alpha Review - Mad Science - Small Speaker - Big Sound
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Neat Iota Alpha Review - Mad Science - Small Speaker - Big Sound

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @Fa11enUniverse
    @Fa11enUniverse 11 днів тому

    I've got NAD 375BEE and I like it so far. But, does It worth it upgrade if I want more power from my speaker (Canton Ergo RC-L), especially on lower vol?

  • @CarlVanDoren61
    @CarlVanDoren61 12 днів тому

    Modded BS Node N130 😊 Sonics much better now

  • @RonaldRobinson-l2f
    @RonaldRobinson-l2f 13 днів тому

    Flatley Estate

  • @Chimpsfingers
    @Chimpsfingers 13 днів тому

    My local dealer said the same, he said the evoke are a better proposition compared to the SP40 s

  • @andriuszmogus
    @andriuszmogus 15 днів тому

    nice review. how would you reccomend connect these speakers? just bought them. but when listening side to side, edifier 1700 in some way sounds better

  • @HoratioPercivalClackerbarrel
    @HoratioPercivalClackerbarrel 17 днів тому

    I'd be scared to buy Harbeth just in case my Amp wasn't up to the job, plus the wife wouldn't understand me spending 5K on a pair of speakers. You should give Triangle Borea 10s a listen as these are what I did buy, you might be surprised !

  • @michaelschultz1125
    @michaelschultz1125 21 день тому

    I currently own the KLH Model 5's and wonder how the Tannoy Eaton's sound signature compares. I think the bump in the mid-range for the Harbeth C7's would not be to my preferences. I like a punchy bass, some sparkle up top, but a smoother midrange. Do you have any recommendations?

  • @richardsaila8073
    @richardsaila8073 21 день тому

    What happened to this channel?

  • @karollondyncan3951
    @karollondyncan3951 21 день тому

    Could you please enlighten us with your particular Khozmo linestage specification? 1. Was it shunt or ladder type? You've already mentioned resistors, but not the type of attentuator. 2. What was the input impedance please? 10k? 20k omhs? 3. What DAC was connected during test? It couldn't be your Qutest due to XLR and could be one of Chine's one w/o buffer. 4. What amp was connected and what was its input impedance please? 5. What voltage was provided by DAC and what voltage sensitivity amp had? Passive linestages are not always match - sometimes great, sometimes decent (your case) and sometimes horrible. XLR has trouble due to the some DACs missing buffer and/or having too high output impedance - I would like to get general idea on your situation before making a jump and buy one. RCA could improve the bass, particularly with great DACs with buffers (secret weapon of Chord Qutest for example and its 1ohm brilliant output impedance). Anyway, all the best to your family life. Checking weekly on your channel as unlike many other, this one spoke to the heart. Complete user experience, no BS, same as I am experiencing daily (btw, owning few Ghotic cables as well, many thanks for the tip, they are amazing!).

  • @spuddyl9938
    @spuddyl9938 22 дні тому

    I have the Rega Brio and I wonder if this would be a worthy upgrade. I would not use the built in dac

  • @georgieboy2432
    @georgieboy2432 23 дні тому

    How about we get to listen. All I heard was you talk.

  • @alphalimaindia9638
    @alphalimaindia9638 23 дні тому

    Not sure I can take advice from someone who keeps items on top of his speakers, especially lit candles.

    • @SmallRoomAudio
      @SmallRoomAudio 22 дні тому

      Fake candles, and only there for the video

  • @SirMountainpass
    @SirMountainpass 23 дні тому

    Imaging: The Focal Sopra 1 is a tough contender...

  • @rossminshull7939
    @rossminshull7939 27 днів тому

    Would you recommend these as an upgrade to the steljes ns3

  • @martinwilliams3595
    @martinwilliams3595 29 днів тому

    I have a pair of the Mambos, the floor standing big brother of these Mojos. I bought them because they have a very small footprint for floor standing speakers, but they benefit from extended bad which goes down to about 33Hz i believe, so great for those bottom strings on a bass. Yes, they take a bit to drive but the sound is superbly balanced with great detail. Bad is fast and just the right amount, not augmented or bloaty. If it's on the recording it will dig out our and play it well. If it's not it doesn't try to make up for it with mid-bass peaks. Mids are smooth and highs are detailed and airy, but not bright and tiring. I listen to all sorts from 90s thrash & 70s blues rock to jazz, classical and electronica. They just don't disappoint. Love them to bits.

  • @eenph
    @eenph Місяць тому

    I bought the C298 after listening to your review and others. I plug my Hugo TT2 straight into it and so don't have a separate pre-amp stage. I love the clarity this brings. Don't think I can justify the extra investment for the M23 beautiful though it is.

  • @teekay_1
    @teekay_1 Місяць тому

    I'd love to see a review of the M33 combined with the M23 for significantly more power for Magnepan speakers.

  • @9thstreetbrandt
    @9thstreetbrandt Місяць тому

    Have you caught wind of all the T778s that have been failing? It’s 3 years old and the amp modules have blown. I went online and saw in NAD groups that this is a well known and common problem. When I reach out to them, they told me I’m out of luck and that my $3000 paper weight is out of warranty!! WTH

  • @biggles5633
    @biggles5633 Місяць тому

    Definitely the best user/owner perspective review I've found, in particular with respect to the Luxman. Thank you very much. I have a beautiful but very old Luxman that I absolutely love and I can't really find anything that I prefer, regardless of price believe it or not. It only has RCA connections .... would it work as a preamp with the M23? I ask because I am seriously considering the Sonus Faber Olympica Nova IIIs but my old Luxman won't have the power to get the best out of these speakers. Thanks again from downunder.

  • @brhodes0
    @brhodes0 Місяць тому

    Unclear why there was 8:15 of waffle before mentioning how the unit sounds. To anyone stumbling across this video - if you want to know what it feels like to want to saw your own head off by all means watch the first 8 minutes.

  • @stevesmyth4982
    @stevesmyth4982 Місяць тому

    If it only attenuates then it's not a pre AMPLIFIER! And if you can measure the changes (other than attenuate) that decent quality resistors make to a signal then I'd be most interested in your test equipment.

  • @MichaelBeeny
    @MichaelBeeny Місяць тому

    WHAT A LOAD OF TOTAL RUBBISH. It cannot change the sound at all. Changing a couple of resistors could affect noise but NOTHING else. It's not a preamp or any kind of amplifier. To be any kind of amplifier, pre or otherwise it would need gain. This has no gain in fact it's simply an attenuator or volume control. More goes in than comes out, so you will probably need a REAL preamp on the front. But wait, that will already have a volume pot within. It can neither increase nor decrease dynamic range. It simply cannot as it has no circuitry to do so. All you are paying for is a few lights and a pot. A 100% pointless product full of snake oil and little else. Nice box, however. As for detail, once again it can neither add nor subtract any detail whatsoever. You don't do yourself or your channel any good talking about this total piece of junk because it makes you sound a complete idiot if you really believe what you are saying. Why not invest in some test gear, that will prove everything I have just said is true. You talk about it having gain. How can it have gain, it uses no power. Electronics are not magic. For ANY gain you must have at least one active component, a transistor or ic. This piece of junk contains NOTHING that can give ANY gain whatso ever.

  • @stuartn3522
    @stuartn3522 Місяць тому

    The Vinair aping Grille Material is a reference to the London era Tannoy Loudspeakers. The Autograph Mini was my first experience of the Tannoy DC sound. I've had my 1973 West Norwood built Monitor Gold 10 3LZ for almost 20 years. For small rooms, these might be the sweet spot. All the soundstage and a surprising amount of bass fo their relatively small size... 🤓

  • @georgieboy2432
    @georgieboy2432 Місяць тому

    All that talk and I know nothing more than I did before. Listen to what you hear, not what someone says, because there's more opinions than good advice.

  • @professorx6379
    @professorx6379 Місяць тому

    You need a hearing aid!! Not a 1000 watts amplifier!!!!!!!!!!!!! Or you are a schizo.... I hear in my room with 2 x 5 watts, super High End HiFI.

  • @Harvy75a
    @Harvy75a Місяць тому

    I am waiting for the review of the new Denafrips Ares 15th

  • @MartinLloyd-w1u
    @MartinLloyd-w1u Місяць тому

    What external dac would match the N130 node

  • @1jhnpennington
    @1jhnpennington Місяць тому

    I have the C7-ES3 paired with a Topping PA7 Plus class D amp and a Topping D70 Pro Sabre and the sound is nicely balanced with more than enough power

  • @CAIDMASTEROFPYRO
    @CAIDMASTEROFPYRO 2 місяці тому

    These are 409aud in Australia which is 208gbp, I think they might be a must buy if you think they're a bargain for almost double the price

  • @eazydraw4681
    @eazydraw4681 2 місяці тому

    Thanks the video, I have a pair of Quartets from 1992 iirc and they are close to endgame in my room second only to my heavily modified Tannoy Berkeleys with HPD15

  • @dragonstone6594
    @dragonstone6594 2 місяці тому

    Can you review the Wharfedale AURA 2 and the ELYSIAN 2?

  • @Three-Chord-Trick
    @Three-Chord-Trick 2 місяці тому

    Is the Ls50 meta SIGNIFICANTLY better than the q150? I'd decided to buy metas, but then I heard that the 150s were not noticeably lower quality. 🤔

  • @fuckinellitsraymo
    @fuckinellitsraymo 2 місяці тому

    You know they are going to break down sooner rather than later. Cyrus CD player reliability is a cause for concern

  • @rajkorajkovic1237
    @rajkorajkovic1237 2 місяці тому

    What would be the best EQ for these?

  • @WarrenDrivel
    @WarrenDrivel 2 місяці тому

    My simple system is a Bluesound Node 2i, Rotel A12 class A/B integrated, Definitive Technology BP8 tower speakers. I’m thinking of getting the Denefrips Enyo 15. Do you think I will get a noticeable gain in sonic performance?

  • @MartinŠabík
    @MartinŠabík 2 місяці тому

    Which do you think is better for nearfield listening Edifier S2000 MK3 or Triangle Borea BR02?

  • @hclandscapes
    @hclandscapes 2 місяці тому

    Hey haven’t seen anything from your channel for a while, have you stopped making videos?

    • @SmallRoomAudio
      @SmallRoomAudio 2 місяці тому

      On an extended break for now. Fatherhood and a new job leaves me with no time for HiFi. To do the reviews properly you need to dedicate time to a lot of listening and each video takes anywhere from 6-10hrs to film, edit and post. It’s a shame, but hoping to come back to the reviewer fold at some point in the future! Thanks for watching though, it’s very much appreciated 😊🎵🔊

  • @sarahX..
    @sarahX.. 2 місяці тому

    Hi i am interested in your choice of acoustic treatment in your room. Could you do a video on it sometime?

  • @EJK1965
    @EJK1965 2 місяці тому

    All audio components have 'colour', including power amps, that's get that clear.

  • @steveee2511
    @steveee2511 2 місяці тому

    have a naim amp and want to get a bookshelf in the 2 k range my candidates are these,martin logan 35xti,sonus faber sonetto 1 g2,elac solano bs 283 and fyne audio f500 my music is 70 porcent jazz 20 rock and 10 in betwin electro and hip hop

  • @GBLeo
    @GBLeo 2 місяці тому

    Really enjoyed your review and presentation style, thank you.

  • @stevenkoski228
    @stevenkoski228 3 місяці тому

    HiFi is all about CLARIY🔊😎.

  • @stevenkoski228
    @stevenkoski228 3 місяці тому

    I own an Aavik U300 Class D integrated amp, & I’ll never own a linear amp again!

  • @AndreaRavaioli
    @AndreaRavaioli 3 місяці тому

    Sorry to say but the headphone out is hopeless with Sennheiser HD650, 660S2 and 600. Got them all. The built-in amp is useless with most planar headphones and any dynamic past 60 Ohm.

  • @sukkelsmurf
    @sukkelsmurf 3 місяці тому

    I totally agree with your review. I'm very happy with my set.

  • @lazylizard6682
    @lazylizard6682 3 місяці тому

    😍😍😍👍

  • @Staybrown11
    @Staybrown11 3 місяці тому

    On the Tannoy Manual it shows the speakers crossing streams or tweeters crossing in front of listening chair. I wonder if that would change your opinion of the Eaton…I’m looking to one day own them. They are beautiful

  • @xstensl8823
    @xstensl8823 3 місяці тому

    they make a cheaper transport for 1k.

  • @thewirah1
    @thewirah1 3 місяці тому

    I keep hearing good reviews about these. How do they compare to the YU6 from Kanto?

  • @simonzinc-trumpetharris852
    @simonzinc-trumpetharris852 3 місяці тому

    Silver plated copper.