Jeff Rowland's Continumm

06-05-08: Coffeey said:
"Bel Canto Red Dragon"

Well, there you go. That's not even in the same league.

The issue is not Class D or ICEpower, it's the designer. That's no different than in any other amplifier class.

Dave

Coffeey, I am also not a great fan of Red Dragon, heard it at RMAF in '06 for over 1hr. . . great macro dynamics, but little micro and exceedingly dark. As for Bel Canto, there are several Bel Canto models, which one did you use, and how many hours did you put on it/them? G.

Well to tell the truth,i expected so much more out of them ,but it just didnt happen,no doubt different design,different designers,better, and worse just like anywhere else,correct?

That's correct, every device is different. Different devices are created with differing goals, expectations and price points. Various designers have very differing philosophies. And regardless. . . every device needs be broken-in completely and properly warmed up. . . otherwise any listening observations become moot. And in the end. . . everythings gets filtered by personal preferences and opinions anyway.

Not all things are created equal........BC is not my cup of tea , RWA is.....system sinergy matters more then adding sugar or lemon - start with the best tea and clean water add sugar and lemon later. :)