Solid, minimalism, sound, presence of DACs (acceptable quality), Bluetooth AptX HD codec.
The crossover is not fully implemented.
In general, I think in terms of price/sound/quality in combination with the mind this kit is excellent. At the audition, it was possible to compare with Rotel A12 MKII. The difference in favor of the Emotiva kit is heard. I have one serious complaint to the apparatus, which does not allow us to say about it - perfect. A crossover is built into the amplifier - access to the LF and HF with the frequency of section 90 Hz. It is bad that the frequency of the section and the steepness of the recession cannot be adjusted, but this is the half of trouble. The main trouble is not a signal level adjustment. Yes, usually it is on a subwoofer, but in my case, due to 160 watts (8th), the Umotiva A2 mind requires a lower level, not a subwoofer. An unambiguous recommendation for stereo, I do not recommend for configuration 2.1.
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The quality for this money is worthy
There is no exit to the headphones Jack 6.3 mm, only 3.5. Not seriously
In general, the device is very good. Together with A2, it gives out excellent sound. The design is certainly old, but it comes to me. I chose the block system initially.
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Very pure and detailed sound.
Not revealed
I bought a preliminary Emotiva PT amplifier - 1 and Emotiva A2 power amplifier. In pairs, this is just a bomb! 250W. On the channel, shakes any acoustics !!!
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The best option for this money! Accurate signal transmission, without painting. More than sufficient power. It works with a "heavy" acoustics with a large wide range of impedance.
I faced the problem of connecting a PC via USB!
All attempts to find the USB driver from the official sources of Microsoft were unsuccessful. Long searches on the forums gave the result. There was a special installation program from Emotiva engineers. The OS defines after installation as a conclusion to the "dynamics of Emotiva". Installed as an application! Moreover, it approaches all Windows from the 7th to the 11th !!! Look for a file in the NET: Emotiva_pt1_TA1_USB_20210726.EXE. All Hi-Fi and pleasant listening;)))
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Excellent preamplifier, price ratio and quality
I did not find
I chose for a long time, acquired, in the kit of ,, Emotiva A2 "Acoustics Klipsch R-820f linked to Borzenkov itself. As a transport ,, Zappiti Mini 4K" is suitable for watching the movie and listening to music.
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Emotiva asked a simple question: “Why can’t we have amazing audio and video sound at prices that don’t threaten our mortgage?”As high-end audio chased an ever-shrinking market with ever-more-costly gear, the price of sonic nirvana shot out of reach. New enthusiasts shook their heads and thought, “You know, a soundbar and a receiver may not be that bad.”At the same time high-end audio prices were climbing, Dan Laufman and his team were helping some of the best names in audio manufacture their gear. Dan saw the inefficiencies in the system and the ever-climbing prices, and decided to do something about it.Emotiva is comprised of true audio enthusiasts, engineers, and product specialists.Emotiva runs a lean organization without excess overhead and redundant levels of management. Everyone in the company, from the engineering team, to the manufacturing group, to the support staff, has your ultimate home entertainment experience in mind.This is what makes Emotiva different from many other home entertainment manufacturers.
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