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Message started by Matchstikman on 08/13/23 at 02:42:41

Title: ZP3 into a ZROCK2
Post by Matchstikman on 08/13/23 at 02:42:41

Has anyone tried this?

If so, what are the results?

Does it help with source vinyl that is light on the bottom end?

Title: Re: ZP3 into a ZROCK2
Post by 1stwattlife on 08/13/23 at 14:33:29

It seems to me that this is precisely the kind of thing that the ZrockII was built for. When you add in the bypass switch it seems like a perfect compliment since it can be bypassed or adjusted on the fly for particular albums. [smiley=icqlite20.png]

Title: Re: ZP3 into a ZROCK2
Post by Dominick on 08/13/23 at 16:11:28

I don’t own a ZP3, but my Rega phono preamp goes into my ZROCK2 before it goes into my CSP2+ .

Having the bypass switch is key…it gives you the flexibility to tailor the sound to your liking and make a comparison to the original recording. Some albums need a bit more adjustment than others in the mid bass/bass region.

Dom

Title: Re: ZP3 into a ZROCK2
Post by Matchstikman on 08/13/23 at 17:08:29

Excellent.

I currently have a ZROCK2 on order that was originally intended for a CD transport but I think it would do better for me on the turntable side.

Title: Re: ZP3 into a ZROCK2
Post by E045717 on 08/13/23 at 17:47:59

Big improvement. I was ready to get rid of my ZP3 until I connected my ZROCK2 to it. Increased volume.

Title: Re: ZP3 into a ZROCK2
Post by Matchstikman on 08/13/23 at 18:36:37

Increased volume you say?

Nice.

Currently, I need to push up the volume when I switch to vinyl to get it to bloom a little bit. Hopefully, the ZROCK2 will help with that.

Title: Re: ZP3 into a ZROCK2
Post by Tal on 08/13/23 at 23:58:35

I use a ZSB to connect my ZP3 and DAC to the ZR2. The ZSB allows me to switch between sources. IMO, the ZR2 allows me to refine the bass and sound based on genre, recording quality, etc. The ZR2 is another tool used in conjunction with gain on the CSP3 to dial in SQ. The ZR2 can also be used as a volume control. The ZR2 may be exactly what you need

Title: Re: ZP3 into a ZROCK2
Post by Dominick on 08/14/23 at 04:42:53

Matchstikman,

Forgot to mention that I have a ZSB switch box as well. My vinyl rig, CD, or PC streaming Roon goes into my ZROCK2 first before it hits my CSP+ and then into my SE84C+25th monos.

Dom

Title: Re: ZP3 into a ZROCK2
Post by Matchstikman on 10/16/23 at 04:01:04

Ok, so, I've got a ZROCK2 on order, but it may be years before I get it. This is the last piece of gear I need to complete my current system.

So, what are some alternatives?

Another phono pre-amp while I wait? Maybe try solid state? Roll some tubes? If so, which tubes?

What to do!?