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Coyote
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Comparison?
09/19/21 at 18:49:27
 
Greetings all,

Just for discussion, what is everyone's opinion on the

SE84UFO2
vs
SE34I.5

Apart from the obvious 2W vs 6W!
I am more thinking sound wise, presence, dynamic, etc.
I am thinking someone who would have listen to  both amps in an otherwise same system.

Your impressions?

I am personally getting a UFO2, that is what I have on order.
Almost there now, at 674 on the waiting list! Wink

Cheers,

a.
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My modest system:
SE84UFO2.(2).
Quad mono 303 (x2) + 33 + FM3.
Marantz 2235.
Schiit Mani.
Technic SL23.
Thorens TD160 MKII + SME III tonearm. Ortophon OM10.
Oppo CD/DVD.
Celestion Ditton 66 studio.
Lii F15 in Betsy type OB.
ATAUDIO 12TC Pure OCC.
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Bilyeaux
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Re: Comparison?
Reply #1 - 09/19/21 at 20:10:26
 
Congrats on your order! I ordeered the UF02 as well and researched for months comparing the Rachel. There are plenty of threads and you have lots of time to research. Then when I felt close to “parts pulled” I set up a call with Steve. Mine is in testing so I have no firsthand experience to lend but you will find alot here. Sure other veterans will chime in.. Take care and enjoy your journey!
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ARC LS25MK2, UFO2.1 & Denafrips Pontus II DAC, PSA P300 Regen, Rega P6 w/ NEO and Rega MM Phono, Marantz CD6006, Bluesound Node 2i, Nakamitchi Cassette, Syzygy Sub, Omega JR XRS Towers & 74' Heresy rebuilt from Crites, ZWIRE speaker, DSRXLR, AQ connects
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drford
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Re: Comparison?
Reply #2 - 09/22/21 at 22:04:23
 
Steve sent me a very helpful email when I was making exactly the same choice - and yes, it came down to my speakers and listening preferences. As the Lii 15s are very revealing he thought I would appreciate the warmth of the Rachael. I seem to recall he said the UFO2 was more revealing, the Rachael a little warmer.

I never did the comparison - but I got the Rachael and have not had a bad music day since. It only gets better (which reminds me, I owe the board a review when I have time).

Best advice is talk to Steve if you can get him, he is SUPER helpful. And there's no bad choices w. Decware, only BETTER choices.

Hope this helps.
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Coyote
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Re: Comparison?
Reply #3 - 09/24/21 at 03:32:51
 

Thank you both,

Great comments so far. I fell off my chair when I actually received a personal email from Steve after ordering the UFO2!!!
and then a comment on my reply, HOLY!!!! Smiley

Cheers,

a.
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My modest system:
SE84UFO2.(2).
Quad mono 303 (x2) + 33 + FM3.
Marantz 2235.
Schiit Mani.
Technic SL23.
Thorens TD160 MKII + SME III tonearm. Ortophon OM10.
Oppo CD/DVD.
Celestion Ditton 66 studio.
Lii F15 in Betsy type OB.
ATAUDIO 12TC Pure OCC.
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Coyote
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Re: Comparison?
Reply #4 - 09/24/21 at 03:35:37
 
BTW,
Bilyeaux

How do you like you Rega P3 TT ?
I am thinking of purchasing one...

a.
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My modest system:
SE84UFO2.(2).
Quad mono 303 (x2) + 33 + FM3.
Marantz 2235.
Schiit Mani.
Technic SL23.
Thorens TD160 MKII + SME III tonearm. Ortophon OM10.
Oppo CD/DVD.
Celestion Ditton 66 studio.
Lii F15 in Betsy type OB.
ATAUDIO 12TC Pure OCC.
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Bilyeaux
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Re: Comparison?
Reply #5 - 09/24/21 at 13:20:36
 
I dont have experience with other turntables other than the P2, my first, but really like mine. Think it is a very good entry level audiophile TT if there is such a thing…if i wasnt a broke but sincere would have gotten the P6, but this one sounds great and love the clean look, and RED!
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ARC LS25MK2, UFO2.1 & Denafrips Pontus II DAC, PSA P300 Regen, Rega P6 w/ NEO and Rega MM Phono, Marantz CD6006, Bluesound Node 2i, Nakamitchi Cassette, Syzygy Sub, Omega JR XRS Towers & 74' Heresy rebuilt from Crites, ZWIRE speaker, DSRXLR, AQ connects
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