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
I might well be wrong but I think Guido was trying too impart that based upon his experience  rinpoche might be happy just using the Aeris DAC to drive the 625 versus inserting one of the preamps he mentioned

Thank you Facten, you are absolutely correct. I was merely pointing out that not only Nirvana is perfectly achievable with SS preamplifiers instead of tubed ones... But the complete abscence of a preamplifier in the chain need not be a limiting factor in the enjoyment of music.


As for my admittedly beloved M925s... No performance comparison with M625 S2 was implied.


Saluti, G.


Guido, FWIW I interpreted your post exactly as Facten did, and in accordance with the clarification you provided just above.

Best regards,
-- Al
 
I hear you Guido, but no absolutes in audio. In my system it sounds better with the Corus...better separation, much better dynamics, honestly not even close. 
Hello to all of you. Just got all of your fabulous posts. I don't know any of you, yet I feel a kindred spirit-ness. Guido — no offence taken whatsoever. Your amps are definitely better. And, if I could afford more I would go that route without question. And, just to let you know Angie spoke so highly of you and she remembers you well. I gave her your regards and she returns your best wishes.

Next, inna — I didn't entertain the LAMM because in Canadian dollars it it still way out of my budget. Would that it were other wise I would be listening to the M1 whatever # they are and travelling to visit the Quebec dealership. Alas, admittedly, I do listen to digital and I take your observation to heart. I am sure this is the WEAK link in the whole chain. I agree totally. But, again, convenience is a high priority. It is clear that I will (probably) never go vinyl. CDs might happen. I have a fabulous CD collection but no CD player presently. If and when I have some extra cash (LOL) I might get on and will return to you to get your advice. As you have already provided excellent advice on CDs — thank you so much. 

Also, I will run the Aeris directly until I can save up for the right pre-amp. I don't want to hurry things too much just because I am impatient. The Aeris and 625 S2 (yes it is the S2) will work for now and make me very happy. When that plateaus, as we all know it will, then I will add in the pre-amp and be in listening nirvana again. 

But no tweaking. No rolling tubes. No two amps and changing wires. Just a great sound with a nice aesthetic. That is okay, isn't it?