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Any opinions on new type of amps from BMC, Hegel,

Curious if people have heard and have opinions on several 'new style' amplifiers recently released by BMC, Hegel H-30, and Devialet. Seen several systems posted on the 'Gon now using BMC gear, with rave reviews; but I'm always a bit concerned if you must use the matching preamp and or dac, or special inter connects to obtain best sound. I have heard the new Hegel H-30; which is a beast; it was configured in a stereo set up, not used as monoblocks; and had some amazing base response, PRAT, sparkle, and awesome sound staging and presence; just made music seem alive in this room. But I'd like to hear from anyone who has the new Hegel lineup installed; with their thoughts; and what else they considered prior to pulling the trigger. The usual reviewers gave the new style Devialet the best of the best reviews at year end; a 'revolutionary' new style amp; but then I've heard nothing, or read nothing about people who have purchased it. Then there is the new style ML amp; but its way expensive; and out of my price range; so I won't go there. Usually amps design stays pretty constant, and they work on lowering distortion and increasing watts, but I don't know the specifics of what makes these 'new style' amps work; and whether they work well. Thanks for the feedback.
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mekong56
137 posts
 
Oh no, it's Audiofeil the "hall monitor" of enforcing dealer disclaimers on the forum boards. A true cherub of justice. Just because a dealer is sharing his opinion doesn't mean it is a shameless promotion to sell product. Many times it is just an honest opinion.

Someone really has alot of spare time on their hands. There is a reason no one liked hall monitors in grade school. Remember Bobby Brady's stint?
cliffordcheng128
3 posts
 
I have enjoyed reading all about the new BMC phono MCCI phono pre-amp. from the few reviews that I can lay my hand on. In paper it sounds real good and at the asking price, I may even want to try it. However, my VPI scoutmaster turntable do not have a balance output, so what will you suggest me to do in order to take advantage of BMC new concept. Currently, I am using an integrated Amp with phono pre-amp as the phono pre-amp, so what could you suggest for me to integrate the BMC phono pre-amp into my system. My power amp is a pair of Marantz Mono block MA9-S2.Thanks
tbg
5,263 posts
 
Cliffordcheng128, I have a pair of RCA to XLR cables which I use between my tt and the MCCI. The manual for the MCCI clearly shows how to do these and BMC now has such cables available.

There are RCA outputs on the MCCI so you could just plug it into a line input. Beware, however, the MCCI may motivate you to more purchases. : )
cliffordcheng128
3 posts
 
Thanks so much for your response. VPI also informed me that they can supply me an output module with balance output also with Valhalla wiring. Can you give me your personal experience with the phono pre-amp up to this moment? Really appreciate your help. I have located a dealer of BMC here in California but he is about 40 miles away from where I am so I have to really find time to go over there for an audition when I have time in the next two weeks. Thanks
tbg
5,263 posts
 
Cliffordcheng128, there is not much more to say other than that I think the MCCI is the best phono I have ever heard. I have never heard such depth of image and detail as I hear with this circuit.
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