For my next rig and in order to compliment a pair of Dynaudio Confidence 20 (plus sub), I will get the Electrocompaniet ECM 1 MKII DAC / streamer in combo with the ECI 6DXII (without built-in DAC) - thank you for your review(s), always appreciated!
I've been wanting to try their products for decades and I now really want to try this amp and their power amp. I also would love to hear them hooked up to the Audiovector R1 Arrette with the grounding cables. I think you should review those speakers at some point with this amp. Audiovector are also Scandinavian and are stunning. Should be a match made in Heaven.
Not interesting. That is one of the most artificial mechanical amps out there 🤔 I prefer Class A and tube amps or otherwise look at Michi or Unison or Vincent or Unity Atom series or Circle Labs A200 for instance 🤔
Thanks !! Probably out of my pocketbook’s reach!! Very well done overall review !! Perhaps you might be able to review Triangle’s new Capella powered Speakers ( based on the Comète 40th anniversary !! Bill from Northeast France !!?
Great review! I can’t wait to have your opinion about the PAP Duet 15 that i own especially with the Galion Ts20 and the Electrocompaniet that i want^^
We have two companies outperforming Electrocompaniet here in Norway - Dynamic Precision and Musical Innovation. They don't make integrateds though, only seperates.
@@TheDanlas MI is still in business, busy producing one of th hei wolrds best preamps(23.5A) while DP was bought up by EC, but no continued due to high production cost.
How does it perform in Bass region? And how does it compare to other Amps? E.g. Galion A20 or Pass Lab etc. Would like to see review of Devialet 220pro also sometime with comparison to other integrated Amps.
Hello, what about previously reviewed Maria 350, which is scientifically optimal for any listener of a digital signal? Isn't Maria better if not how is it possible,
They are a pride for us audiophiles from Skandinavien. But next show something from sweden plz 😊 to mutch representation of the danes and norwegians atm.
@@Error2username well we have primare and also respons by mats audio and also we have marten that is really hi-end speakers There should be moore but those i can pick out of memory
like others here, we have heard that many are the best. I've been looking at the maria because of your accolades....they call can't be the best...make a choice please.
Is the DAC section bringing the musical vibe or the amplifier section , you had mentioned the preamp section was ok. What would you categorize the sound signature as?
If you go to Google Translate, choose Norwegian and write "elektrokompaniet" (with a K and not C) and press the speaker you get about as close to the proper Norwegian pronunciation as possible.
@@MG-iv8oo again, there is no best or better or worse in audio. It all depends on the sound one prefers. The ECI has a solid punch kind of sound. Dynamics but with solidity and warmth in the mids while keeping a clear well composed soundstage. It’s beefy, a shade dark in sound and gives the full bodied sound that most music excels with. The Pass is more airy, light footed and transparent in the mids. I’d say the pass creates a more detailed soundstage but is not as full bodied nor punchy. Both are awesome. I actually love the 25 as it’s just a pure analog integrated. No built in’s and I like the basic nature of it. Also love the looks of it in black. I have been toying with finding a black one to add in here but they are close to $10k today, which is nuts for a basic 25 WPC integrated. Though Pass is quality through and through.
Thx very much for the thoughtful answer. Very helpful. I know these “pick between” questions are fraught with nuance, if not just plain annoying, but at times it does boil down to that! Again, I appreciate the indulgence.
You into knobs, not sound, a knobophile? Do knobs arouse you (-which makes them oh-so necessary)? Just wondering as there are lots of great stuff that sounds great but is devoid of knobs, and then there is plenty of stuff that sounds shite but got some knobs galore....
The last T in the name is a silent T. Except if you are posh. The "i" is prononced as a double "ee" in english. The name is translated to english as "The Electro Company".
a few observations ,,,,,, this unit is almost 8 grand yet does not have a phono stage ......... the phono stage adds 4 grand ..... if you are not using it for phono then you don't even need an integrated as just a simple buffer such as the PASS B1 that can be purchased for 400 is all you need to match impedance and control volume ....... with technology on streaming updating and improving so fast why in the world would you want to lock yourself into an all in one unit ?
Is the DAC section bringing the musical vibe or the amplifier section , you had mentioned the preamp section was ok. What would you categorize the sound signature as?
I have the non-DAC/streamer version and the amp/pre itself is where the great sound comes from. Sound signature is smooth, lush, and expansive, but with plenty of detail. Most amps this smooth do so at the expense of detail. This one maintains the detail, but never get fatiguing the way some do.
You have so many favorites. How do you keep track of them all?
True audiophile that gets to test many amazing products.
@@wegardfjeld3789 Sure. That must be it.
Not so long ago the Aavik u 150 was the best you ever heard. LOL
😂😂you are an audiophile if you point out that
Does that mean that nothing could ever best the Aavik? You’re trying your best to be a troll and failing.
His next favourite amp will be I’m guessing Hegel ?
No shame of that:-)!
Did u have a point to make, or do u just like seeing your handle in the comment section?
Another bestest I’ve ever heard? Hmmm.
Right!?
Can't wait for the PAP review!
For my next rig and in order to compliment a pair of Dynaudio Confidence 20 (plus sub), I will get the Electrocompaniet ECM 1 MKII DAC / streamer in combo with the ECI 6DXII (without built-in DAC) - thank you for your review(s), always appreciated!
Another day, another favorite ten million dollar amp.
I've been wanting to try their products for decades and I now really want to try this amp and their power amp. I also would love to hear them hooked up to the Audiovector R1 Arrette with the grounding cables. I think you should review those speakers at some point with this amp. Audiovector are also Scandinavian and are stunning. Should be a match made in Heaven.
Whould love to see you compare it to another famous Norwegian integrated amp - the Hegel H400 or H390?
@@menachemsteinberger8505 that would be very interesting
That would indeed be very interesting
Not interesting. That is one of the most artificial mechanical amps out there 🤔 I prefer Class A and tube amps or otherwise look at Michi or Unison or Vincent or Unity Atom series or Circle Labs A200 for instance 🤔
@@dennis3779 that is your (humble?) opinion and maybe so. Would rather have more opinions and a A to B comparisons.
Whatever is in his room is his favourite of all time
the sagging ceiling too?
@@RoverWaters His ego will keep that held up
@@cobar5342 true
@@RoverWaters not sagging - wide-angle lens!
Great, in depth analysis. 👏🏻👏🏻
Thanks !! Probably out of my pocketbook’s reach!! Very well done overall review !! Perhaps you might be able to review Triangle’s new Capella powered Speakers ( based on the Comète 40th anniversary !! Bill from Northeast France !!?
Do they have tube characteristics as a modern integrated amp?
I have tested the Electrocompaniet eci 80d a while back and I like it. It will be great if you can review sometime the wharfedale Elysian 2 speakers
Wondering how the 80d compares. Very much like Electrocompaniet.
Thanks for your amazing reviews. Do you think this amp will work well with Dynaudio evoke speakers ? They are very power hungry
Great review! I can’t wait to have your opinion about the PAP Duet 15 that i own especially with the Galion Ts20 and the Electrocompaniet that i want^^
My favourite amp number 156 😂
that's not nice
@@robbase-f6x but it's true...
@@robbase-f6x it's true though
We have two companies outperforming Electrocompaniet here in Norway - Dynamic Precision and Musical Innovation. They don't make integrateds though, only seperates.
Both of which went out of business many, many years ago.
@@TheDanlas MI is still in business, busy producing one of th hei wolrds best preamps(23.5A) while DP was bought up by EC, but no continued due to high production cost.
How does it perform in Bass region? And how does it compare to other Amps?
E.g. Galion A20 or Pass Lab etc.
Would like to see review of Devialet 220pro also sometime with comparison to other integrated Amps.
One more time your fav ???? There is no end.
Can you review a McIntosh integrated , like the MA8950 or MA9500 ?
Just got a Lejonklou Boazu from Sweden, it's also a vey musical integrated amp, will like to compare these two one day.
😅 what happend to Axxess Forté ? 😅😅😅
Great review. please compare it with mcintosh MSA 5500
Hello, what about previously reviewed Maria 350, which is scientifically optimal for any listener of a digital signal? Isn't Maria better if not how is it possible,
They are a pride for us audiophiles from Skandinavien. But next show something from sweden plz 😊 to mutch representation of the danes and norwegians atm.
Dls👌what Else do they make in sweden?
@@Error2username well we have primare and also respons by mats audio and also we have marten that is really hi-end speakers There should be moore but those i can pick out of memory
Every other day you recommend something different that is the best
I know it would considerably to the cost, but I would have liked a HDMI input too.
Deeeees is my new favourite!
So this beats out Pass Labs for sound quality?
Not only that, it beats all the separates.
And again, and again, and so on..!
Is it better than the Daniel Hertz Maria?
What's the weeds you put on stuff?
They help with vibration control and psychologically make the sound 5% better. 🙂
@@yippie6862😂
till your next review
Hi, nice review! If u like bigger listening volumes how does it perform? 125wpc sounds modest for diffucult driven speakers 🤔
like others here, we have heard that many are the best. I've been looking at the maria because of your accolades....they call can't be the best...make a choice please.
Is the DAC section bringing the musical vibe or the amplifier section , you had mentioned the preamp section was ok. What would you categorize the sound signature as?
AW250 R please, most famous amp from EC
Please describe what "sense of strain" sounds like in an amplifier.
Its sorta like 'Naaaaaaaaaaaarrrrrrzzzzzzz - AAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH'
If you go to Google Translate, choose Norwegian and write "elektrokompaniet" (with a K and not C) and press the speaker you get about as close to the proper Norwegian pronunciation as possible.
based on pure sound, not features, pick between pass int-25 or the eci?
@@MG-iv8oo again, there is no best or better or worse in audio. It all depends on the sound one prefers. The ECI has a solid punch kind of sound. Dynamics but with solidity and warmth in the mids while keeping a clear well composed soundstage. It’s beefy, a shade dark in sound and gives the full bodied sound that most music excels with. The Pass is more airy, light footed and transparent in the mids. I’d say the pass creates a more detailed soundstage but is not as full bodied nor punchy. Both are awesome. I actually love the 25 as it’s just a pure analog integrated. No built in’s and I like the basic nature of it. Also love the looks of it in black. I have been toying with finding a black one to add in here but they are close to $10k today, which is nuts for a basic 25 WPC integrated. Though Pass is quality through and through.
Thx very much for the thoughtful answer. Very helpful. I know these “pick between” questions are fraught with nuance, if not just plain annoying, but at times it does boil down to that! Again, I appreciate the indulgence.
How does it compare to naim supernait3?
Yes lovely components
How does it pair with the Closer Acoustics + BOBs?
average
Ah...another favorite for you?! Great!!
The price without the streamer and dac?
$5900.?
6200 $
You should review their other products like the RENA S2 streamer and the all in one RENA SA2 .....you'll be the first one reviewing them !
how much did you get from electrocompaniet ?
Price?
Too much
Wut?
no volume knob.....instantly rejected
Slob on the knob
You into knobs, not sound, a knobophile? Do knobs arouse you (-which makes them oh-so necessary)? Just wondering as there are lots of great stuff that sounds great but is devoid of knobs, and then there is plenty of stuff that sounds shite but got some knobs galore....
You said the same for other hundreds Amos🤣🤣🤣
Thanks
I think this is beyond my budget, Would the eci3 deliver any of these qualities?
Nice review, ignore the trolls :)
Isn't this one of those brands you have to send oversees if it needs any type of repair? I think so.
No, that is not correct. We have service centers all over the US.
EC Amp matches dynaudio heritage special speakers ？thanks😊
no
Why？thanks
3:26. It is ‘you can rest assured’ and not ‘you can be rest assured.’
@@Simplyveej you can be arrested, sure
@@richardsaila8073 You’re in a can, secure.
@richardsaila073 lol
Have you reviewed any McIntosh integrated amps? If so, how would you compare the two?
But isn't everything your favorite?
The company name (according to my Norwegian friends) is pronounced 'electrocompany'
The last T in the name is a silent T. Except if you are posh. The "i" is prononced as a double "ee" in english. The name is translated to english as "The Electro Company".
@@jamesjackson9098 That's what it mean, but the letter in "iet" at the end of the name is pronounced so you hear all of the letters.
@@TomasKlockrike Not according to company employees and native speakers!
Actually its pronounced 'Nishht-Keimpt-Meinhausen'
It’s not french, Electrocom-pa-niiiiet!
Their representative said electro company....
You are bad for my wallet. I cannot believe how many years it has been since I bought an EM1 camera after your review.
When I win the lottery
Putin!
a few observations ,,,,,, this unit is almost 8 grand yet does not have a phono stage ......... the phono stage adds 4 grand ..... if you are not using it for phono then you don't even need an integrated as just a simple buffer such as the PASS B1 that can be purchased for 400 is all you need to match impedance and control volume ....... with technology on streaming updating and improving so fast why in the world would you want to lock yourself into an all in one unit ?
That's really just 1 observation and some commentary.
I never meant it to be any more than that
The ECP2-MKII Phono stage is 2900 $
aMMMazing !!!..
Ohhhhh...
You are late to the Electrocompaniet party.
No balance control ? Deal breaker.
No tone controls, no volume knob and a shabby remote. Tough call...
Pronouncasion is e-lec-tro-com-pa-nee-it / The last “niet” is not one long pronunciation like njet but like two words: “knee” it
thank you, interesting :)
I thought it was “electro - com-pan-a” all this time. Thanks for clarity.
Is the DAC section bringing the musical vibe or the amplifier section , you had mentioned the preamp section was ok. What would you categorize the sound signature as?
I have the non-DAC/streamer version and the amp/pre itself is where the great sound comes from. Sound signature is smooth, lush, and expansive, but with plenty of detail. Most amps this smooth do so at the expense of detail. This one maintains the detail, but never get fatiguing the way some do.