Perhaps, this time i will use the phrase objectively top tier, something proper to denote absurd, almost needlessly fantastic quality materials used. The soloist, at least in part, is bursons answer to the market demand for a powerful headphone amplifier to drive the currently popular but power hungry planarmagnetic headphones. I had the soloist and the t1 together and found the pairing shoulder shrug worthy, but the butte and the ha160 of old will suit the t1 nicer in my humbled opinion. Configured by burson audio with minimal components in the signal path the soloist sl mk2 achieves ultraclean sound. Burson has a reputation in the industry for building quality products. The volum e curve was tailor made to suit our 160 line giving the user a smooth control over the entire spectrum. Burson audio soloist preampheadphone ampaccessories. I had the soloist and the t1 together and found the pairing shoulder shrug worthy, but the butte and the ha160 of. Burson audio soloist sl mkii headphone amplifier burson audio soloist sl mkii headphone amplifier 2.
This website is not affiliated with or sponsored by burson. However, before powering on the device, we encourage you to look through the manual. I recently bought a little luxman sqn100 amp which has a headphone output jack and doubles as one of the best headphone amps. More amplifiers should come with relay based gain switches, and the soft touch selector button ala bursons soloist amp. Sep 09, 2012 the burson soloist looks and feels like a scaled down highend stereo power amplifier, but the soloist is a headphone amp. Im writing this in november, but on the day of publication ill be celebrating one of those turning points in a persons life. The chassis is constructed from thick slabs of machined aluminum that. To purchase soloist spares or accessories, please contact the company via.
Burson audio soloist preamplifierheadphone amplifier. The opamp only wins if signalpath simplicitywhich this context makes synonymous with signal purityequals shortest path length as measured in millimeters. The burson soloist sl is a concentrated version of bursons. Ive ownedauditioned several ss desktop amps from the likes of schiit, audiogd, and cavalli to name a few, and if youre in the market for something. Oct 04, 2012 but this cuts both waysthe soloist isnt going to save a headphone that you want to like either. The burson conductor virtuoso is a solidstated integrated desktop headphone amplifier and digital audio converter. Those who have made the decision to solo do so entirely at their own risk. This product is soley for use in recreational climbing and mountaineering, following the specific guidelines of the user s manual. Burson audio soloist sl mk2 reference headphone amplifier and preamp with. Also because burson only had to select and match 21 components, the soloist sounds absolutely amazing. The virtuosos headphone amp is essentially the soloist, the soloist being bursons classa driven dedicated headphone amp.
They have reduced the component amount from 32 in the ha160 down to 21. The input stage of the soloist is a symmetrical current feedback circuit with only 21 components on its signal path compare that to a typical ic opamp of over 50. For example, i personally find the sennheiser hd800 to be a bit too bright in the treble, and as such, i dont think id like it paired with the burson soloist. Customdesigned power elements deliver pure classa peak driving power to any headphone or. Operating in pure class a, for the cleanest audio performance, the soloist sl mkii is handcrafted in australia using only the best components, including dale. Please read through this handbook carefully to ensure you get the maximum benefit from your new blackstar product. Nov 02, 2016 can bursons new classa, 2watt per channel amp get the job done in todays market. The decision to adopt a custom built step attenuator over a remote volume control was controversial but the result was certainly not. Jun 16, 20 the burson soloist sl is a good transparent amp for those that wish to buy it. Soloist sl class a headphone amp pre amp audiophile clearance stock 6 units only rrp. Burson conductor virtuoso and timekeeper virtuoso positive. Aug 16, 2012 for what it is and does, the soloist is a bargain, and a versatile one at that.
The burson audio soloist class a headphone amplifierpreamplifier. May 04, 2015 burson has a reputation in the industry for building quality products. Im using it in my second system now as both preamp and headphone amp with external phonostage and dac. The burson soloist will make your headphones sound better. Audeze lcd 2 headphones and burson audio soloist headphone. Solo climbing is more difficult and potentially much more dangerous than climbing with a partner. Burson soloist headphone amplifier pre amplifier for. The burson soloist sl has been all the power and control my headphones need denon a hd7000, and akg q701 to sound their best. Even so, burson claims the soloist sounds even better, offers considerably. Sennheiser headphones hd 700 wheadphone cable, manual. The soloist wont necessarily hold falls if your body ends up in a horizontal orientation a partner broke four ribs that way. My first experience with burson first came with the soloist amplifier. Burson will not cover the return postage and well deduct 10% transaction fee from your payment. The ht soloist 60s highly flexible two channel design features the unique patented isf infinite shape feature control and although it has a comprehensive control set, it is still simple and intuitive to use.
Sennheiser hd800, beyerdynamic t1 and t5p, audeze lcd2 all recabled by alo audio. The upper mid sparkle is not a favorite of mine, but is to many others so thats really it. All of the virtuosos ins and outs reside around back with the exception of the headphone jack. Burson audio has been around for over twenty years, and focuses on high quality solid state components using, discrete circuitry instead of ics or opamps. This is a pairing that i could happily live with for a very, very long time. The burson audio soloist headphone amplifier innerfidelity. Take the power into your own hands with the burson soloist sl mk2 headphone amplifier and preamp with compelling strength and distinct clarity. Apr 15, 2015 go for a used apex butte or burson ha160 instead, will save you money and be a nicer pairing for the t1. Use of the soloist will not necessarily make soloing safer. Nov 02, 2016 1 x user manual including 24 months warranty registration information design. Burson makes products for the world we live in where space is limited yet headphone aficionados and desktop audio system. The soloist sl is a concentrated version of our awardwinning soloist. Burson audio soloist sl mkii headphone amplifier analogue. Sennheiser headphones hd 700 wheadphone cable, manual, and burson soloist.
I also have the chance to demo the hifiman he560 for the weekend, of course driven with the same setup i can return the hd800 if i want to get the he560. The soloist does get a little more that moderately warm during operation. Burson audio soloist ha160 for sale canuck audio mart. Burson audio soloist headphone amplifier novo audio and. The burson soloist looks and feels like a scaled down highend stereo power amplifier, but the soloist is a headphone amp. With the soloist, burson takes the less is more philosophy to another level. The mk2 of soloist sl the soloist sl mkii delivers benchmark setting performance in a tiny package and very affordable pricing. View and download burson conductor user manual online.
The power output is a robust 2wpc into 16 ohms and drives most if not all headphones to their full potential. Running in pure classa, it is a concentrated version of our awardwinning soloist. That said, the soloist has been used to do astroman. Burson is the difference between hearing music and experiencing it. It makes the amp very nice to operate, and adds a touch of class, instead of the usual dip or toggle switch gain selector. Hifiman he5le, he500, he6 with optional entreq konstantin 2010 replacement harness. It is the user s obligation to get proper instruction and climb safely. Burson audio soloist sl headphone amplifier headphone. For what it is and does, the soloist is a bargain, and a versatile one at that.
Feb 28, 2017 i have a burson soloist and senn hd650 phones, and like the combo, but havent heard the valhalla. Burson audio is a mark of quality build, thoughtful circuit design, value for money and elegant, engaging sound. The virtuoso, like the soloist, puts out 4wpc with a rated output impedance of 3 ohms. The lcd3 doesnt like to be paired with a dark amplifier, in my opinion. I have the burson with three inputs, not sure which one that is, i guess its the earlier model, now they just have two inputs, right. I listed these items as new because they were used only once after purchased and are in excellent condition, like new. The burson soloist sl mkii is a smaller version of bursons award winning soloist headphone amp with the same build and high quality. The soloist sl mkii delivers benchmark setting performance in a tiny package and very affordable pricing. One variablelevel stereo analog preamp output via rca jacks, one.
Downloads free smart soloist player the same player works for demo and purchased pieces. Id say that the burson soloist sl with the lcd3 make a good combo in terms of how well the lcd3 already layers. Burson audio soloist headphone amplifier and preamplifier. Burson audio soloist preamplifierheadphone amplifier playback. If simplicity gets defined as lowest number of functions embodied by parts regardless of whether those be discrete or integrated, it loses. I dont think id like it paired with the burson soloist. Hope your holidays were filled with joy and many audiophile presents. Sennheiser headphones hd 700 wheadphone cable, manual, and. Burson virtuoso conductor the flagship headphone guru. The burson audio soloist headphone amplifier page 2.
Its circuitry is identical to the soloist but at at 5. Bursons philosophy has been not to use opamps in their designs and fewer parts in the signal path. All of us at burson audio would like to say thank you, and congratulations for purchasing the burson soloist. If this is your first visit to our community, please familiarize yourself with the all content in this sidebar as it will make your stay more pleasant. Burson soloist sl headphone amplifier for sale canuck audio. I personally use an eddy with the rope in a backpack. User manual downloadable including 5year warranty and registration information. Burson conductor headphone amplifier pre amplifier 24bit 192k dac with usb input 6 pages amplifier burson conductor 3 user manual. They have a lengthy section about their philosophy on their web site, explaining both why they prefer discrete circuits, and what they feel is wrong with ics and class d, too. Bender then offered me the loan of the burson soloist headphone.
For sale burson audio soloist sl mkii headphone amp. Burson lifetime warranty covers all burson opamps purchased directly from burson audio once it is registered here burson warranty within one month of purchase. Compared to the standard soloist sl, the mk2 is 25% more powerful, it is very dynamic, yet with more refined mid and mid high. Powerful, organic, transparent high end sonic presentation at a reasonable price. Design and setup of the burson soloist headphone amplifier. Burson audio soloist sl mk2 is constructed from precisionmachined panels from resonance free aluminium rfa enclosures with. My burson soloist, headphone and preamp, in exceptional condition, and highly touted when it was first issued and still a favorite. The entire cncmachined and polished aluminium enclosure functions as a superefficient heatsink. Burson audio soloist sl mk2 ii classa headphone amp. For a list of authorised retailers please contact the company via their website. That said, the soloist was superb with the audeze lcd3. Burson soloist manual preamplifierheadphone amplifier. Audeze lcd 2 headphones and burson audio soloist headphone amplifier article by bill gaw happy new year.
The burson soloist sl is a good transparent amp for those that wish to buy it. Oct 04, 2012 the soloist, at least in part, is burson s answer to the market demand for a powerful headphone amplifier to drive the currently popular but power hungry planarmagnetic headphones. Burson conductor headphone amplifier pre amplifier 24bit 192k dac with usb input. New burson soloist sl headphone amplifier moon audio. Burson soloist sl headphone amplifier for sale canuck. The soloist adds the very handy feature of three gain settings, however, so all that power doesnt mean that it wont work with high efficiency headphones as well. Burson told me that the circuitry is basically the same aside from the changes i mentioned above.
It is a smooth and transparent amp that many will like. Burson audio soloist preampheadphone amp accessories. Burson soloist headphone amplifier pre amplifier user manual want free warranty extension. Headphone amplifierpre amplifier 6 pages amplifier burson conductor user manual.
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