ASR EmiterII exclusive, follow up?

Hi,

I have owned the ASR Emitter II HD with Battery power supply and the ASR I HD w. Battery before that. I used them first with Merlins and then with Von Schweikerts.

The ASR II leaves very little to be desired and I have no doubt that the Exclusive will be a small improvement on the one I owned. The developer has very carefully evolved the amplifier over time and I don't expect him to make a mistake on this product.

I can only describe the sound as very smooth, powerful and comfortable. The ASR is in my opinion for long term listening satisfaction. So if you play music usually for hours each session I think you will be very happy with it. It is not an amp that makes you go uh and ah over sound effects fired up for 5 minute demonstration. It does enough, but there would be more "Exciting" amps around than the ASR for that purpose. I would say with more jump factor. I found the ASR to be always satisfying and really liked it. I have replaced it with Audionet Pre G2 and AMP 2 Max, which have just a bit more speed and resolution, but are not maybe that smooth or slightly warm as the ASR.

That is of course only me observations, I hope other ASR owners can say more to fill in the picture. The ASR has a bit of cult following here in Germany and I fully understand why. I miss mine from time to time :-)

Joerg

Sorry Frankg -- just noticed yr question.
I can only give you a hazy imporession based on memory... the Gryphon is warmer and somewhat "brighter" (pleasant mid-high light). Cheers

Hi Kops
I am EXTREMELY happy with my Asr II . No problems what so ever.
BUT, the list price here in North America is rude compared to that of Europe.
You will find the retail price in Europe to be almost half of what it is here in North America.

Hi Kops

I think this amp sounds relaxed and i mean more like its not having to try too hard. It all seems to be there, in particular all the detail. It defines every note and sound without over pronouncing anything. Each track you play reveals itself for what it is. Get one!

And may I add that the prices of American gear is alsmot the double of US. With dollar soooo low I do not understand this.... day light rubbery. People like Absolute Sound of UK sell their products at a very high price (a pair of Watt/Puppy 8s is almost $45000) and on top of it they are arrogant...