Lampizator Golden Atlantic DAC

Just a quick note, after having done some compares, GA sounds better than the non R2R Big 7, sounds close to GG on non-complex material, GG pulls ahead on complex orchestral as well as peaks and troughs, just more resolution and dynamics and ability to gain match by tube roll. But at the GA price, only those interested in absolutely maximizing and playing complex orchestral kind of stuff should need a GG.
 
bonzo said:
Just a quick note, after having done some compares, GA sounds better than the non R2R Big 7, sounds close to GG on non-complex material, GG pulls ahead on complex orchestral as well as peaks and troughs, just more resolution and dynamics and ability to gain match by tube roll. But at the GA price, only those interested in absolutely maximizing and playing complex orchestral kind of stuff should need a GG.
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That is what I am hearing from Leichtenstein too.
 
Arthurs

EMM Labs DAC-2X, Lampizator Golden Atlantic DAC,

Does the GA keep up with the 2X?
 
allears said:
I like the copper. It would be interesting to let it go green for a nice seasoned look.
How about popping the hood?:)
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This very thing is being experimented with now and the result is pretty darn cool! It won't be for everyone, but it's definitely a neat effect.

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I just bought an Atlantic from Our Man Mike. Alas, it is not "Golden," and I'll be the first to admit the copper case looks gorgeous. But Mike has it tricked out with all of the superclock features, and he steered me to a PS Vane 274b rectifier. I'm encouraged by news that the gap with cost-no-object GG is not great. Meanwhile, I love my Aurender and so the seamless switching from PCM to DSD is a major appeal. Now I'm waiting for Fedex... :disbelief:
 
BayStBroker said:
I just bought an Atlantic from Our Man Mike. Alas, it is not "Golden," and I'll be the first to admit the copper case looks gorgeous. But Mike has it tricked out with all of the superclock features, and he steered me to a PS Vane 274b rectifier. I'm encouraged by news that the gap with cost-no-object GG is not great. Meanwhile, I love my Aurender and so the seamless switching from PCM to DSD is a major appeal. Now I'm waiting for Fedex... :disbelief:
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Be sure to keep us updated. Inquiring minds want to know! What have you been using previously?


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BayStBroker said:
I just bought an Atlantic from Our Man Mike. Alas, it is not "Golden," and I'll be the first to admit the copper case looks gorgeous. But Mike has it tricked out with all of the superclock features, and he steered me to a PS Vane 274b rectifier. I'm encouraged by news that the gap with cost-no-object GG is not great. Meanwhile, I love my Aurender and so the seamless switching from PCM to DSD is a major appeal. Now I'm waiting for Fedex... :disbelief:
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Mark Congrats ! That would be nice addition to your beautiful stereo set up. Listen to Mike wouldn't hurt anyway ;)
 
Congrats. But I didn't understand, what do you mean by "gap with cost no object GG is not great? "

The difference is gigantic. The GG R2R now kills a Big 7 non R2r, and also the Golden Atlantic on complex music. The GA and GG are not very different if you are listening to only vocals or one or two instruments, but the moment you put in complex music, like orchestral, the level of resolution, ability to see different instruments in tuttis, the soundstage, layering, bass, dynamics, and excitement is far higher. Even on a lower resolving system. Also you can increase the difference by better valves.

The Atlantic is a fantastic dac, but one should not say it, or the GA, is close to the GG. Yes, if one had to choose to buy, I would suggest GA unless he was listening to complex music.

The Big 7 and GA are both better than the A.

ps: The Big 7 and GG were very similar when GG first came out, but Lukasz and team tweak constantly and GG is now streets ahead
 
Yes, my GG was updated at the start of the year with superclocks, DSD512, updated r2R firmware and other tweaks. Its now a different animal. There is a fully tweaked Atlantic Plus demo in Switzerland (DSD512, superclocks, tube recti) and we had a nice comparative listening session last November in Leichtenstein.

Long story short, the A+ is FANTASTIC value for money, but the GA is clearly better and the currently refreshed GG is even better than that. The price value ratio leader for sonics is the A+, for looks and SQ is the GA and absolute best is the GG. My 2cents.

The latest version of the GG restored order to the impudent upstart and the A+ is VERY impudent! LoL
 
bonzo said:
Congrats. But I didn't understand, what do you mean by "gap with cost no object GG is not great? "

The difference is gigantic. The GG R2R now kills a Big 7 non R2r, and also the Golden Atlantic on complex music. The GA and GG are not very different if you are listening to only vocals or one or two instruments, but the moment you put in complex music, like orchestral, the level of resolution, ability to see different instruments in tuttis, the soundstage, layering, bass, dynamics, and excitement is far higher. Even on a lower resolving system. Also you can increase the difference by better valves.

The Atlantic is a fantastic dac, but one should not say it, or the GA, is close to the GG. Yes, if one had to choose to buy, I would suggest GA unless he was listening to complex music.

The Big 7 and GA are both better than the A.

ps: The Big 7 and GG were very similar when GG first came out, but Lukasz and team tweak constantly and GG is now streets ahead
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Bonzo, You sound like you know what you are talking about! If my incoming A+ satisfies when playing "only vocals or one or two instruments," then it won't be in my rack for long.
 
BayStBroker said:
Bonzo, You sound like you know what you are talking about! If my incoming A+ satisfies when playing "only vocals or one or two instruments," then it won't be in my rack for long.
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It's a price point thing. You choose your price point. All their products are high value for money, GG is the best across discs and digital I have compared irrespective of price point
 
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Be sure to keep us updated. Inquiring minds want to know! What have you been using previously?


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I've had the PS Audio "Ted Smith" Directstream DAC, which retails approximately as much as the A+. Very, very different animals I understand. My motivation for buying the Lampi is that lately my analogue sounds so much better than my digital that it detracts from my enjoyment. This dates to my adding the A95 cartridge. I'm hoping the Lampizator closes the gap. I spent some time talking to Lukas and listening to the GA in Chicago.
 
I didnt really like the DStream Dac when I spent a day listening to it back a few years. It was with the first 3 versions of the firmware. Sounded veiled to me.
 
I've had the Atlantic Plus for a few months now. It's a fabulous sounding DAC. One of the "benefits" of buying from Lampizator is you can always upgrade at a later date. I say "benefits" as there has been no "benefit" to my pocket. I have a Golden Atlantic on order now...
 
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