View Full Version : Bit unconventional but sounds good to these ears ................... :)
Pigmy Pony
23-12-2025, 07:51
I've never heard DM2a speakers, no doubt they sound fantastic, and definitely no shortage of quality bass :) The only reason really to get a sub would be to enable using smaller speakers, esp. if space is at a premium. But I think you'd be spending a fortune to better what you already have.
To digress slightly, I'm tempted by these Wiim amps myself (probably the 'pro' version which isn't a lot dearer), but I was wondering if it would be ok to be left on 24/7 (I need it to be ok with that), and I know opinions are divided on this. What do you think?
Idlewithnodrive
23-12-2025, 17:31
I've never heard DM2a speakers, no doubt they sound fantastic, and definitely no shortage of quality bass :) The only reason really to get a sub would be to enable using smaller speakers, esp. if space is at a premium. But I think you'd be spending a fortune to better what you already have.
To digress slightly, I'm tempted by these Wiim amps myself (probably the 'pro' version which isn't a lot dearer), but I was wondering if it would be ok to be left on 24/7 (I need it to be ok with that), and I know opinions are divided on this. What do you think?
Mine is the Amp Pro; I've had it about a week and it's been left on 24/7 with no issues so far.
Pigmy Pony
23-12-2025, 20:12
Mine is the Amp Pro; I've had it about a week and it's been left on 24/7 with no issues so far.
Good to know :) I can see yours is the 'Pro' version, I can make it out on the panel's graphics. Better DAC, bluetooth and WiFi I believe. Be nice if it came with another line in, though it's not a deal breaker as most CD players come with digital outs.
What speakers are you using it with?
Idlewithnodrive
23-12-2025, 20:33
Good to know :) I can see yours is the 'Pro' version, I can make it out on the panel's graphics. Better DAC, bluetooth and WiFi I believe. Be nice if it came with another line in, though it's not a deal breaker as most CD players come with digital outs.
What speakers are you using it with?
The speakers should outclass it but, if anything, they allow the amp to show what it is capable of. They are Triangle Antal ESW's.
Idlewithnodrive
12-01-2026, 20:21
https://audioabattoir.s3.dualstack.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/original/3X/4/8/488d12e34f1770dc2ca1207b13d373d93288007e.jpeg
Very nice. Which model is it?
Idlewithnodrive
12-01-2026, 21:36
501 MkII
Idlewithnodrive
26-01-2026, 21:51
Not sure if I've posted my Sony here, but here it is -
https://d28lcup14p4e72.cloudfront.net/281995%2F9027483%2Fmceclip0.jpg
Not sure if I've posted my Sony here, but here it is -
https://d28lcup14p4e72.cloudfront.net/281995%2F9027483%2Fmceclip0.jpg
RED!
Love it.
Pigmy Pony
27-01-2026, 22:51
Not sure if I've posted my Sony here, but here it is -
https://d28lcup14p4e72.cloudfront.net/281995%2F9027483%2Fmceclip0.jpg
Looks lovely (as do all your decks), and the red suits it perfectly. Wouldn't mind one meself, but unfortunately I can only stretch to one of these:
https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/uCIAAeSwBnVpKH8C/s-l1600.webp
On the plus side it does play 78s :)
Idlewithnodrive
03-03-2026, 19:25
A couple of naked shots of my CDP.
https://d28lcup14p4e72.cloudfront.net/281995/9699426/20260302_200725.jpg
https://d28lcup14p4e72.cloudfront.net/281995/9699428/20260302_200756.jpg
It uses a 6-tube output stage in SRPP configuration. It specifically employs four 12AX7 and two 12AT7 tubes to operate as a single-ended class A triode. No semiconductors from DAC output onwards.
Idlewithnodrive
05-08-2026, 18:07
https://d28lcup14p4e72.cloudfront.net/281995/9883230/20260805_184705.jpg
A bucket list CDP, simply because of it’s funky looks and operation.
Quality bit of kit that is.
If it wasn't a top loader, I would have one. :)
Idlewithnodrive
05-08-2026, 19:05
The mech operation is mesmerising.
Do you mean 'memorising' or 'mesmerising', or perhaps both?
Idlewithnodrive
06-08-2026, 09:21
Valid point. Corrected :)
Idlewithnodrive
22-08-2026, 22:49
No system is complete without appropriate lighting, so -
https://d28lcup14p4e72.cloudfront.net/281995/9903846/20260822_222931.jpg
allow me to introduce The Great A'Tuin.
Pigmy Pony
23-08-2026, 06:17
I had to Google that. So where are the elephants?
Idlewithnodrive
30-08-2026, 07:36
I had to Google that. So where are the elephants?
Down at the local water hole, boogying with the giraffes and hippo's.
Idlewithnodrive
31-08-2026, 19:36
https://audioabattoir.s3.dualstack.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/original/3X/e/c/ec716bd62961314d380e3af7c5a50eb524b257e5.jpeg
I've spent the day dismantling wardrobes and a chest of draws, moving them iinto another room and building hi-fi'ish furniture to make a bit bigger, more music friendly listening room.
Getting there now; just need to populate with a few records.
Did you build the record storage units yourself, or were they already assembled? I'm looking for some - but not sure if those from IKEA come in a natural wood finish.
Idlewithnodrive
31-08-2026, 20:24
Did you build the record storage units yourself, or were they already assembled? I'm looking for some - but not sure if those from IKEA come in a natural wood finish.
I built them myself Barry. They are by Charles Jacobs, very good quality, easy to assemble and very reasonably priced. I prefer them to Kallax (that's hacked off the hi-fi Gods) myself and would recommend them, happily.
Idlewithnodrive
08-09-2026, 22:10
https://audioabattoir.s3.dualstack.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/original/3X/4/7/479452b685af0a4bebdeb209b13e69850d0679c2.jpeg
The listening room as we stand today. Exactly the vibe I was looking for. I'm pleased with it.
https://audioabattoir.s3.dualstack.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/original/3X/4/7/479452b685af0a4bebdeb209b13e69850d0679c2.jpeg
Looks great Mike - well done! But does the serene atmosphere you have created tally with your tastes in heavy metal, grunge etc.?
Idlewithnodrive
08-09-2026, 22:28
Looks great Mike - well done! But does the serene atmosphere you have created tally with your tastes in heavy metal, grunge etc.?
It does, as I can change the lighting to suit the mood. The overall vibe is hippy / psychedelic, which entirely suits, but I can turn it up and down, colour and intensity wise.
Pigmy Pony
09-09-2026, 06:04
I like that a lot Mike - so what does the lighting look like for Prodigy?
Idlewithnodrive
09-09-2026, 09:40
I like that a lot Mike - so what does the lighting look like for Prodigy?
I call it gnarly primordial ��
Pigmy Pony
09-09-2026, 09:53
I call it gnarly primordial ��
Yeah I think Keith would have liked that :)
Idlewithnodrive
12-09-2026, 20:12
https://d28lcup14p4e72.cloudfront.net/281995/9931058/20260912_195104.jpg
My view this evening.
Idlewithnodrive
12-09-2026, 23:02
Incoming -
https://audioabattoir.s3.dualstack.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/original/3X/f/8/f899a7d037ffb1ff153be850d61b99a960dc1b82.webp
Looks a very decent bit of kit. Well done.
I have a Sony player which uses a CD puck, and I am always afraid I will loose it. Haven't so far, but the fear is always with me.
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