Tekton Double Impacts

I think you're on the right track with the Odysseys and DI's for your HT system, bullitt. I tried for far too long to integrate a tube amp into my HT system before building a dedicated listening room for 2 channel. Once I decide on the DI's, DI SE's or mini Ulfberhts for my two channel system I can focus on getting my HT system again. 

I question whether audioman has actually heard the DI's. " refined and detail champs they're not"....... I beg to differ, they are VERY refined and detailed. Maybe he heard them in a system and/or room that is lacking. All too often the speakers get too much credit or blame for how a system sounds. 

This thread has been a delight and is the only thread I participate on. There are not only many respected, knowledgeable and astute posters, but they do so with class and dignity. Well done!

Hey Guys,

Long time audiophile, first time post here! I just got my DI's about a week ago. I absolutely hated them out of the box!  No refinement, in you face, dark, and no bass presence. I ran them 24/7 for a few days to get a quick 50+ hours on them, and boy, what a difference! I have had just in the past year Paradigm Trubutes, Legacy Focus SE's (still have now sidelined), and the DI's sound just as good if not better then them. They now have closer to 100 hours on them and they sound wonderful. My only gripe at this point is I wish the bass would fill in a little more and go a little deeper as I hate to use subs with speakers this big. My room is only 12.5 x 14.5 with 7ft ceilings. BTW, using Audio-GD Master 7 Dac with ACSS output to Krell Evo 202 preamp to cast input and hight power SS mono amps. 

Imswjm,

It has been a long time since I used anything from melody,so I can't really directly compare but if I could I'm pretty sure I would be keeping my MZ2S.Melody does make some good products though and if I remember right I think Teajay did review a melody preamp in the past and he probably could answer that better.

I have tried several 845 based sets with the last ones being the pure audio 845 mono's earlier this year.All of the 845's sound like warmish SS to me and I would go maybe for 211 tube instead if I had a need for that kind of pwr in a set transmitter tube amp.

I know some folks like the 845 and there is probably someone using a 845 with DI's.

After using tubed amps of all kinds I do kinda have my preferences and know what I like and don't like.

Best of luck to you,

Kenny.

Audioman58,

If I had more refinement and detail in my listening room,

I would have to wear a Tuxedo and scrap the detail of the walls with a golden knife.

Now that's some funny stuff.😁😁

Best,

Kenny.

mac48025
I agree with your assessment of the DIs being very refined and detailed. Told Eric that their accuracy and crescendo capabilities are so good they have reawakened my interest in classical music -- that shows off the dynamic qualities of the DIs to perfection.
Recently ripped a number of the EMI/Warner Karajan recordings. Had not, in the past, listened to them much because of the orchestral sound ideal Karajan developed -- based on fundamental tones and very massive textures.
On the DIs, these massive textures are presented so well that you feel some of the physical power the Berlin orchestra could generate, And it is so strong that the crescendos by themselves become an event worth enjoying.
No other speaker I have heard has been capable of rendering this quality and it speaks directly to your assessment above.
Agree, as well, that the speakers must be in a good acoustical environment in order to hear how well they can sing. Have used wall treatments, Herbie's gliders, careful positioning, and a small amount of APQualizr EQ (run through JRiver) to get the DIs perfect in my setup. The result is a soundstage so secure that performers can be pointed at with ease and who hold their positions rock steady in ensemble.
This thread continues to provide helpful information for the prospective DI buyer -- congrats.