Currently I possess a JDS Labs atom (that im trying to sell), Rupert Neve amp, Schiit Asgard 2 and thx 789. The most enjoyable amp is the asgard 2 because of how warm it compared to the rest of my amps. None of my amps come close to the thx 789s resolution, yet its not the most enjoyable and not a first choice in my book.
Imagine people measuring vinyl records and concluded that because of its audible hiss, crackle and pop that it was inferior to digital. People within this forum jack it hard to measurements, and wet their bed when they see a bad measurement at -150db.. yet listen to and prefer vinyl.
Imagine you aren't a chef and buy the best ingredients to make a burger and the end results is garbo.. maybe this is a good analogy, is it not?
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Use your ears. For gods sake use your ears. Notice the measurements, but dont buy strictly using the measurements. Your favorite ice cream flavor might not be someone else's favorite