Has anyone compared the Valhalla 2 to the Freya+
and is there a substantial sonic improvement?
The Valhalla s an integrated headphone amp which sells for $349. The Freya is a dedicated preamp that sells for $949. OK, lets analyze this from a common sense perspective. The Val is listed as a headphone amp, NOT preamp which indicates the preamp is just enough to work. The Freya is a dedicated preamp. +1 Freya. The cost of the Freya is nearly 3 times that of the Val. Better parts make better sound but they also cost more. Plus this is dedicated to the task. + 2 for the Freya. I know that everyone wants the best for the least. And there are some giant killers. But they are the exception, NOT the rule. With what I see, I can almost guarantee that you will notice a big improvement over the Val. And Schitt gives you 15 days to audition. IMO its a no brainer
But WHY aren’t you using the Parasound Halo Integrated as a complete unit rather than what appears to be a somewhat cobbled up preamp section? With your system the Val is completely out of place and is begging for a better preamp. Is the preamp section broken? Just curious.
