AIYIMA A07 TPA3255 Review (Amplifier)

[dr_mick51]

The main difference between you guys and I . It's that I don't disrespect what other people believe. I accept other people might think different than me. But not your case.

Peace, out. I wish you all a life full of happiness

 

[RHO]

The main difference between you guys and I . It's that I don't disrespect what other people believe. I accept other people might think different than me. But not your case.

Peace, out. I wish you all a life full of happiness

It's a shame that you just don't get the scientific mindset.
I actually think that it's quite disrespectful to keep insisting that we should "beleive" and "take a leap of faith". We are not a religious cult here.

 

[SIY]

Ok, so let's try this again:

Hello people. I'm a amateur modder which does not have the absolute truth, but I've modded the Aiyima extensively based on the recommendations from another website where listening test were performed comparing two Aiyima A04 (modded and stock). And their brains think it sounds better with the modifications and they recommended those mods. Other people also tried the mods and their brains think it sounds fenomenal.
We don't have absolute scientific proof except ours ears which is the "instrument" we use to listen and enjoy music. But the general conclusion it's that people for performed the mods are happier after hearing the amp.
Again it might not be as scientific as you might be in this forum, but I would like you to take a leap of faith and try some of the mods.
What's the worst think it could happen. Waste 30 dollar in parts?. God, people waste more money based on the recommendation from this website an still are not happy. Even on RCA cables.
Again, no scientific proof or evidence. Pure hearing. It is up to you to believe if it's better or not.

Man , I sound like a priest. Doesn't it? It like I'm trying to convince people from one religion into other.


Did I do it better this time @tonycollinet ?

No, you didn't. Let's try this:

"Hi, a bunch of random people with no particular knowledge or skill in audio posted a bunch of "mods" on some unknown website that have no data or analysis behind them. I like the stories, so I want to know how badly I can fuck up this unit following their untutored recommendations."

The answer is that it is 99.9% certain that you'll either make changes to no actual effect, actually degrade the performance, or let out sparks and smoke. But you'll have spent money and if it doesn't actually break, you can make up stories as well.

Seriously, a science-based website is not where you should be if you don't want to do reality-based work.

 

[TheBatsEar]

But , can't you agree with me that even if it's a Placebo effect or real, if my brain thinks it's better and makes me happy( which in the end it's the ultimate goal in this hobby), then why is it wrong?

Because happiness isn't the goal in this hobby, at least not for me. If it where, i would take a shortcut and try a combination of MDMA and MQA maybe.

If you have fun modding your stuff, fine. Just don't claim it sounds better without hard, irrefutable facts.
I have given you food for thought with the optical illusion, meditate over it.
You have to be aware that your ears can't be trusted and your "upgrades" are most likely meaningless. Always be extremely critical in regards to your own thinking and subjectivity and towards other peoples claims.

The only way to produce hard facts about your mods is to have a peer reviewed (to make sure you didn't make mistakes) blind ABX test.

We don't have absolute scientific proof except ours ears which is the "instrument" we use to listen and enjoy music. But the general conclusion it's that people for performed the mods are happier after hearing the amp.

Yes, but is it based on objective reality? Check out the different aproaches to the Furutech thingy.

This chap thinks it's a waste of money:

This chap thinks it's not a waste of money:

Should we prefer critical thinking over leaps of faith? One speaks with authority, one with facts. One needs you to believe him, one gives you information you can verify yourself.

Clearly all those people heard improvements, so it must be good:

Furutech NCF Clear Line AC conditioner

Well I'll be darned! I read the below review (see link) and decided to give this a shot. Furutech NCF Clear Line AC Power Line Optimizer Review A...

forums.stevehoffman.tv

Again it might not be as scientific as you might be in this forum, but I would like you to take a leap of faith and try some of the mods.

Nope, not going to happen. I have taken and bought lots of stuff on faith for years. No more. What an idiot i was. What amounts of money i have wasted.

What's the worst think it could happen. Waste 30 dollar in parts?

How about you waste your 30 dollarinos by giving them to me and i bless your capacitors remotely? It really sounds better. Just try it. Take a leap of faith, brother!

God, people waste more money based on the recommendation from this website an still are not happy. Even on RCA cables.

I think the recommended RCA cable on this site is basically the one you get in the box ;-).

Man , I sound like a priest. Doesn't it? It like I'm trying to convince people from one religion into other.

Do you think critical thinking is like a religion?

I honestly don't know where you all find the energy to debunk all these BS claims

As long as the payment is good. You guys get payed, don't you? Guys?

 

[phoenixdogfan]

I bought an Aiyima A07 to go with a used KEF HTS 3005 SE to give my 4.1 LS 50 based system a center channel. It sounds absolutely fine and I was able to get something that matches the LS 50's in tonality and directivity for l.t. $300 while having a speaker with a low enough profile to fit under my LG C1 easily.

If I decide to add ATMOS height channels, I would not hesitate to buy a couple of Aiyimas to power them.

 

[Loathecliff]

 

[TheBatsEar]

"Squished Kitty in wrong thread" - ASR, 2022

What a piece of art!

 

[Raindog123]

But , can't you agree with me that even if it's a Placebo effect or real, if my brain thinks it's better and makes me happy( which in the end it's the ultimate goal in this hobby), then why is it wrong?

By your logic, go schedule yourself a nice little lobotomy procedure. Will give you unconditional happiness, with drools. And no modding (or compulsive buying) will be required anymore!

 

[dr_mick51]

Man, all I can say is wow. Is this what you teach your children?

@amirm . You need to talk with your buddies. I don't consider this is a healthy way to run a forum. Full of disrespect and intolerance, almost hateful comments. You all should very proud of yourselves.

 

[SIY]

Man, all I can say is wow. Is this what you teach your children?

@amirm . You need to talk with your buddies. I don't consider this is a healthy way to run a forum. Full of disrespect and intolerance, almost hateful comments. You all should very proud of yourselves.

If you don't want an answer, don't ask the question. I have tried to help you and point you in the right direction. To give you some benefit from my more than a half century of experience in audio design, construction and testing. From my decades of professional experience in sensory testing. If you choose to demand that people just play along and let you continue down a useless and expensive path, well, that's not going to happen.

Think it over carefully.

 

[Raindog123]

Here comes the true sea lioning phase…

 

[dr_mick51]

If you don't want an answer, don't ask the question. I have tried to help you and point you in the right direction. To give you some benefit from my more than a half century of experience in audio design, construction and testing. From my decades of professional experience in sensory testing. If you choose to demand that people just play along and let you continue down a useless and expensive path, well, that's not going to happen.

Think it over carefully.

Man sorry, but the l never "demanded" anything. I don't know why you said that. Initially I was just telling about an experience I had with the Ayima amp. Until all of you started to attack me. Only then I asked what should I do to improve my sound. But I never asked anything at the beginning. After my post the first comment I received was making fun of me, then he said that I've swallowed to much cool-aid.
I thought we lived in a free Country where everybody has the right to express their ideas no matter how "silly" or "absurd" you think they are. It is up to the other people to accept them or not. Are you trying to say that people are not able to decide by themselves?
This is called being civil and good manners.
I don't think I ever said anything intensionally offensive or disrespectful to anyone here. If I ever did I'm really sorry. I must confess English is not my first language and I accept I may not express myself in the proper way.
It is very hard when multiple people attack you because you express something they don't agree with you.
I've never tried to force my thinking to anyone. Everybody is free to decide for themselves. You are the ones deciding for the rest of people.
I've never tried to make fun or ridicule anyone here.
I just hope that in the future you treat people the same you want to be treated.

 

[dr_mick51]

Here comes the true sea lioning phase…

Excuse me. How old are you?

 

[SIY]

Man sorry, but the l never "demanded" anything. I don't know why you said that. Initially I was just telling about an experience I had with the Ayima amp. Until all of you started to attack me. Only then I asked what should I do to improve my sound. But I never asked anything at the beginning. After my post the first comment I received was making fun of me, then he said that I've swallowed to much cool-aid.
I thought we lived in a free Country where everybody has the right to express their ideas no matter how "silly" or "absurd" you think they are. It is up to the other people to accept them or not. Are you trying to say that people are not able to decide by themselves?
This is called being civil and good manners.
I don't think I ever said anything intensionally offensive or disrespectful to anyone here. If I ever did I'm really sorry. I must confess English is not my first language and I accept I may not express myself in the proper way.
It is very hard when multiple people attack you because you express something they don't agree with you.
I've never tried to force my thinking to anyone. Everybody is free to decide for themselves. You are the ones deciding for the rest of people.
I've never tried to make fun or ridicule anyone here.
I just hope that in the future you treat people the same you want to be treated.

If you go to a serious astronomy website and start asking about horoscopes, then get upset when people tell you you're dealing in bullshit, don't be surprised.

You're dealing in bullshit here. Seriously. I suggest you take a break.

 

[dr_mick51]

If you don't want an answer, don't ask the question. I have tried to help you and point you in the right direction. To give you some benefit from my more than a half century of experience in audio design, construction and testing. From my decades of professional experience in sensory testing. If you choose to demand that people just play along and let you continue down a useless and expensive path, well, that's not going to happen.

Think it over carefully.

SIY, if your intentions were truly sincere and you really tried to help me, then I would appreciate it. But the truth is all your (all of you) comments came very strong, defensive, disrespectful and full of negativity.
The only message that felt authentic ( I'm not sure if it was you or someone else) was the one mentioning I should focus on speakers, room treatment, EQ, etc...
But that one came too late. Only after I called you all out.
I really don't know if you were having a bad day, and I will give you the benefit of doubt. But I cannot believe all of you were also having a bad day.
Now, I'll take my well deserved break.

Peace, out

 

[Raindog123]

 

[Raindog123]

On the topic… One of my two Aiyima A07’s has been active for two years now! Offering a few hours of quality music almost daily. And going strong despite the dark prognoses of some here… Makes me happy.

 

[TheBatsEar]

On the topic… One of my two Aiyima A07’s has been active for two years now! Offering a few hours of quality music almost daily. And going strong despite the dark prognoses of some here… Makes me happy.

Fair enough
What speakers are we looking at here? First i thought B&W, but then the tweeter doesn't fit.

 

[Loathecliff]

"Squished Kitty in wrong thread" - ASR, 2022

What a piece of art!

"Wrong thread"?!! Show some respect TBE! "Kitty", is a 15 year old male engaged in fora sea lioning extinction research.
He's a deviant art specialist too, & thanks you

Now that the two pairs of ears at Loathecliff Manor have recovered from their recent dark night of A07 distortions, the unexpected benefits of the 3.5mm socket are being enjoyed. Shove in a "£8 each if you buy three" Roberts Radio Bluetooth dongle (courtesy of 'Hotukdeals') and we have an amp with added Bluetooth without a circa £40 premium or possible fidelity compromise of the other 90% plus of our listening.

 

[Raindog123]

Fair enough
What speakers are we looking at here? First i thought B&W, but then the tweeter doesn't fit.

>Here<

[And also >here< , pictures on request ]