The rear panel power switch makes no sense. For that reason I replaced mine with a Rogue Perseus & I'm pleased with the change.
Schiit Freya + Class A in Stereophile
I know there are a lot of audiophiles who don't think sterophile knows what they are talking about but I think its' pretty impressive that a 1000 preamp is put in the same category as 50K and up. I can't really believe that the Freya + is that good. I have one and do think it's pretty amazing for all that you get and you can really make it even better with some better tubes. I am constantly blown away at the sound of the Freya + into the Decware Zen triode amp. 2K for the combo and just about the best sound I have ever had in my home. Great news for less well heeled audiophiles.
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I reckon that there is an oxymoron somewhere in that sentence. That would be my contribution to any discussion on the issue, and is still about ten words too many. |
I've been looking at the Freya+ to pair with my Audio-GD Master 19 but have hesitated because the Freya+ is not passive in the tube stage. Running an amp into an amp seems likes a huge compromise in sound, and running the Freya+ in passive SS mode negates the tube benefits. Any Freya+ owners care to share their thoughts? |
Others may wish to comment on the first part of that sentence, but in the meantime I suggest you look elsewhere for a passive tube pre-amp. I don't know of any myself, and perhaps there is a reason for that. |
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