a18 vs a19 - Generation Z Gadgets
The A18 Tzar is 64 Audio’s BA flagship driver supplanting the former A12. Only the Tia Forte exceeds it in price but Forte is a not a traditional BA IEM. The A18 features apex module technology which vents pressure and allows the user to alter sound signature by changing modules.
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As of April 2017 there are two modules available: M20 and M15. M20 provides 20dB of isolation and more bass ... But the A18 is just incredibly musical to my ears (which admittedly aren't what they used to be) and it has a way of effortlessly making everything sound great -- or at least as great as it can given the material. My only gripe is the small display and Gustard's refusal to show volume in large letters where it can be seen from a distance.
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Gustard A18 | Page 4 | Headphone Reviews and Discussion - Head-Fi.org Thus, running the A18 at 0.0dB (i.e. maximum volume to avoid volume changes in the AK4499 affecting the sound quality) should produce the best sound, right? That's what I'm currently doing and A18 --> XLR --> Arcam rHead head amp --> Beyer T1.2 sounds very nice. I need to listen more to try to detect distortion. Gustard A18 | Page 5 | Headphone Reviews and Discussion - Head-Fi.org The A18 delivers the vigorous vocals, crunchy electric guitars and grand strings with a fervent eagerness that really highlights the epic nature of the track and sweeps you along with it.
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Once again, the A18 created an expansive, organized stage where every element of the music occupies its own space. Gustard A18 DAC - Reviews | Headphone Reviews and Discussion - Head-Fi.org The A18 is good enough to where it ranks up there with my best amps. There's really only one amp with which it begs to be compared: the Violectric V200. The Violectric is a solid state powerhouse which is priced within $100 of the A18. It's been my favorite solid state amp for over a year now, and has displaced several more expensive competitors.