Jeff Rowlands Amp and Dac vs. VAC amp and DAC


Hello, I am new to this forum but I have a question. I am trying to pair an amp + DAC with my Wilson Sabrinas. I have listened to Jeff Rowlands integrated with the Aeris DAC. And the VAC Sigma integrated with the Aeris DAC. Price is a factor and so is space. Does the 625 need a pre-amp? Any suggestions or thoughts? 
rinpoche


Hi rinpoche, unless the M725 monos on sale are the S2 version, the M625 S2 that you are considering will deliver a much purer, more musical sound.


The original M725 of course will be more powerful than M625 S2, because each monoblock is equipped with its own 1200W SMPS and PFC unit.


Thus, unless sheer power / authority is a factor, I recommend you go for the M625 S2.


For the best of both worlds, there is now an M725 S2 in full production.


Saluti, Guido


".....I am finding the wait a bit brutal, but patience is going to pay off down the line."

+1, Rinpoche.

The wait is killing me more. :)

You remind me of myself when I first started in this crazy hobby more than 2 decades ago.
It was the same then - too many choices and too many decisions to make but only 1 final decision can be made. You will learn that you have to pay to gain experience in this hobby - to get the best overall sound, from all the different components, that suits you and your room.
Opening your wallet often is the only one inescapable fact in this hobby..

Happy hunting!

J.
I hear you. Thanks for the support. I agree. But, my wallet is not deep. So, hopefully I will get it right the first time. I will let you know as soon as I make the plunge, 

Call me names if you wish, but I suggest you get rid of Wilsons and start listening to various speakers/amp combinations. In a few months you might end up with something truly great. 
Your wallet appears to be pretty good if not exactly perfect..
In your place I would probably start with Kharma/LAMM/Purist Audio and then move from there.
Of course, both Rowland and VAC would give you excellent sound with your speakers, but that's not my point. If you want great sound - you must make a great effort to achieve it. So far you are not making it. Sorry, man.
Inna,
The inescapable aspect about this hobby is it inevitably boils down to subjectivity. You make the valid point of expending the field of other competing speakers and components and the benefits of this exposure. I don’t know the extent of Rinpoche's  awareness of other speakers however it’s quite clear she loves what she’s heard from the Wilson Sabrinas. She could hear a dozen different speaker brands and still prefer the Sabrinas or as you suggest, find ànother that impresses more.

No one can audition every possible choice available so in reality there’s a limit to the level of exposure one can achieve. Wilson as is Magico are the epitome of polarizing High End brands and they generate very passionate defenders and critics. Rinpoche has heard the Wilson and really likes their sound, that’s important and significant. Identifying the sound you prefer is the key step towards assembling an audio system that will keep you happy and content for the long term.
Charles,