Anybody try the new Heaven 11 Billie Mk 2?

@samureyex I’m not sure I would draw any conclusions whatsoever from Mr. Huff’s gear swaps.

Like many of us, I enjoy his reviews/videos but there will always be something new on the horizon. Once again, his credibility would be well served to avoid the last bit of hyperbole in his reviews where he often states “this is my forever thing” because the next forever thing will materialize a short time later. He has carved out a cool niche, one that many of us would be pleased to occupy, where he frequently gets to try new things.

That’s why I appreciate Lavorgna(Twittering Machines), Reichert(Stereophile), the late Art Dudley, some of the Audiophiliac reviews but Lavorgna and Reichert though lay out what they are hearing and how it might apply to the reader. Mr. Huff is gathering an audience but it would serve him well to evolve away from “its so good I bought it and its my new reference” reviews because weeks/months later its for sale. He doesn’t owe any of us any more transparency but it sure begs the question is he buying low and selling high.

@samureyex I’m not sure I would draw any conclusions whatsoever from Mr. Huff’s gear swaps.

ah yes, huff and his reference gear...this week and maybe next.... but likely not the week after... draw your own conclusions -- he is a passionate audiophile, but it doesn’t take a brain surgeon to see there is a different game being played here

for those of us not in the video making/monetization/churn business, the smart way to try stuff is to buy at a fair price used from a decent seller, then resell if it doesn’t meet expectations... there is work and effort involved, and an occasional disappointment along the way dealing with people, but in my experience, it is worth it

@ghasley  @jjss49 I think some people just like to try new things, and they get bored of what they currently own. More people suffer from this than we like to admit. Huff does keep some stuffs he really likes like his Deville and the Pass. 

@jjss49 I recently started buying locally in the state and loving the experience. Kinda addicted really. Wish I had more funds to explore. 

I am auditioning one.

sounds like class D.

preamp is excellent.

I purchased the Billie mk2 about five months ago and I must say, it’s an incredible amp. It pushes my Pure Audio Project trio 15’s to excellent clear levels. The background is pitch black and not a hiss or sound from my speakers, dead quite. I believe when you pair a well put together amp, TT (td124, mitch cotter, Garrard 301) and dac(gustard)with fine speakers you can make beautiful music once set up correctly. I listen to many genres, rock, blues, jazz, soundtracks etc...everything I threw at the Billie were handled easily. What impressed me the most, was the tight base response. Wind and string instruments were also exceptional. The built in phono was also very good, and sounds even better if you have a great SUT. I’ve heard the pass lab equipment in my home, and yes it’s beautiful and expensive. The question should be, how much more are you really getting in musical quality with a 10, 15 or 25k dollar amp compared to a reasonably price 2k amp? I’ll tell you, not much. I’m a tube gear head, 300bs, el34s, kt120s etc...and my equipment is not cheap by any means, ive heard a lot and know when im listening to something special. This was my first experience with a class d amp and i believe adding the tube pre was genius in the Billie and how it was executed. All I have to say, is try it, I think you’ll be blown away. And yes, Huff is convincing, but I listened to him and that’s how I found out about the Billie. Don’t be caught up that a system needs to cost 25k for it to sound great, it’s synergy baby!