Schiit freya s forum At loud levels the amp can go into protection. I know about putting the freya in passive mode and turn the volume to max so you can use it as a bypass. The shiny new thing is now called the Kara and sports “discrete differential solid state preamp–now channeling the high voltage rails (64V!) of the best preamps of the golden age of solid state, separate single-ended stages, near state-of-the-art performance from its Nexus discrete Jan 14, 2017 · I was surprised. It speaks well of the Schiit operation. It includes headphone AMP and many more performance boosts. Joined Feb 24, 2016 Messages 10,548 Likes 17,373 Location uk Jan 18, 2020 · The problem is the present test's are somewhat meaningless and unrealistic, as they reveal nothing about the attenuation characteristics, or how the product being tested reproduces actual music at lower volume settings. Jan 11, 2024 · Three years ago today I took delivery of my Schiit Freya + tube pre-amp and I must say I've been impressed. Dec 3, 2019 · Schiit Freya S Preamplifier Review 2. The Freya has to good of a following to be thrown out so quickly. Shih-tah. I know that there's a couple of folks that actually preferred the SS buffer section of Freya over the tubed section. I passed on the tubes in the + version and the Freya S can be had for $500ish used - no brainer! Nov 1, 2023 · I bought a Yggdrasil DAC 5 years ago. In active mode, one channel produced excellently low distortion and noise but the other was some 9 dB worse. Lively and oomphacious. Nov 27, 2022 · I would wait and talk with Schitt’s techs before changing. It brought a different dimension to my system and my listening experience. Schiit replaced the main board and the unit seems to operate very well, as best I can tell. Mar 16, 2018 · If there is odd equipment out there that doesn't produce more than 600mV on their balanced outputs the Freya seems like a safe bet for it - distortion is low and channels will perform the same. The Freya S costs US $599 from the company plus shipping cost. Forum Donor. Would either of the Freya pre's be more suited to my application? May 21, 2023 · Hello. As it is, the Schiit Freya S is good but given the channel distortion issue, I can't fully recommend it. Can we expect major changes or is it better to get Freya+? Running into Outlaw 2220 monoblocks and into my JBL 590’s. I have until July 15 to return the Pre 90 via Amazon and was wondering if anybody had insight on which pre amp would be a better choice. A real trump card for the Schiit. 00 and how much more dynamic and tighter focused it is using 5692's over Saga and therefore also Mjolnir 2. Congrats and enjoy! Feb 6, 2018 · Schiit Freya S Preamplifier Review 2. Unless you want those pretty tubes, but they won't measure as well. But I don't really know, I just like it. Feb 13, 2016 · A few weeks ago I reviewed the Schiit Freya S preamplifier. I found it an improvement over Freya S, and I love Freya S! Being retired, I had the luxury of putting the CD player on repeat and letting Kara cook during the day while I did other things. . Feb 19, 2020 · The Freya S Ah, so you want to taste the tube buffer huh? Schiit Freya S Preamplifier Review 2. I have a denon x3300 avr preout to the schiit freya (tube) to the crown 1502 power amplifier. It's a proud German name, host to a long line of audio engineers who slaved away in crumbling Teutonic fortresses as lightning lashed the dark lands outside, working to perfect the best amplification devices in the world Or, well, no. The owners of Schitt used to be the designers of an older company, Theta. But I’m going to go out on a limb here and say that the Freya S is even a better value, which is quite an accomplishment from Schiit. I wonder if Schiit has a specification for channel differential and would fix this under warranty. Feb 24, 2024 · Hello folks. The heat is not from the tubes, but from the 300 volt rectification for the tubes, I think. Feb 25, 2019 · Currently I'm using two of the Freya's single ended inputs only, one for analog (turntable > schiit Mani > loki mini > Freya > Vidar) and one for digial (CCA > Bifrost 2 > Freya S > Vidar) Once everything was set up and connected, I turned the Freya on for the first time and to my surprise the volume coming from my speakers (ELAC Debut Dec 3, 2019 · if you want the best performance the Freya S is the budget performer to get. Kara takes the transparency of Freya S, and adds a more beguiling tonal balance. It sounds amazing with lots of gain. I went on Schiit's website on 5/25 and purchased the Freya. I’m wondering if anyone who has or does own both can talk to me about sound differences. ot MK II opt. There’s rumblings that Freya S may not survive “Thunderdome”; I do hope that It stays in the Schiit Jun 11, 2020 · The box contained the Freya S, remote, manual, and power cord. Now in this chain, I have the schiit freya's volume on to max, put the channel amps on the crowns to about the 2'oclick position and control the overall volume through the denon avr remote control. My question is that I have bought a second-hand Schiit Freya S, which I have not yet received, and I plan to connect it to a Hugo Chord TT2 for a setup that will include a Boxem Arthur Nov 28, 2023 · I owned the Schiit Freya+ but prefer my Kara. Jan 25, 2023 · The same can be said for the Allnic L1500 I owned which I picked up pre-owned for $2K. In active mode, one channel produced excellently low distortion and noise but the other was some 9 dB Jun 2, 2023 · Before purchasing the Pre 90, I went back and forth between the Pre 90 and the Schiit Freya S. It performed really well in passive mode, providing fully transparency to my ultra low distortion and and noise audio analyzer. Joined Jan 9, 2019 Messages 7,627 Likes 25,992 Location Mid Aug 17, 2023 · I currently use Kara in 1X mode, with the SE outputs. Apr 1, 2022 · So far I’ve been looking at the Schiit Freya S, Topping Pre90 or also something like the Marchand PR141 Passive Preamp / Stepped Attenuator. His rude and uncalled for post replies to T. I would like to thank T. This does bring Schiit's level of QC into question, though. I have to say that I'm impressed. Not distracting to me May 21, 2020 · The current solid state version, the Freya S, measure very well. Play it loud! Feb 19, 2020 · It's based on AnLaoJin really being Samoyed. Noble for his help in refurbishing this unit. As I said above I am a big fan of Schiit's minimalist design aesthetic. This is a review and detailed measurements of the Schiit Freya S balanced preamplifier. Joined Nov 21, 2018 Messages 769 Likes 1,686 Location Virginia, USA. Nobody makes a preamp with the astounding performance of a Freya, including the ability to switch it from passive to tube instantly with all the inputs and outputs most could need. Kara utilizes a 48VA transformer Feb 19, 2020 · JJ are cheaper tubes made in Slovakia. M. And the Kara does have a 12db gain setting unlike the stock Freya unity gain. I have a general question. These are a bit pricier than a new Freya but definitely worth every penny in difference. I went on the website and lo and behold, the Freya S-solid state & Freya + are listed. I am, however, no longer interested. I'm going to miss this option. This is not quite Dec 4, 2019 · My Bifrost 2 first suffered the early batch capacitor issue (not Schiit's fault, but their supplier and Schiit sent me an entirely new unit) and now a minor tolerance issue with my Bifrost 2 RCAs and KLE cables that resulted in socket damage (likely my fault) and my tickets went from submitted to a real person to RA form and return instructions Oct 18, 2019 · Forum Donor. here's a link to the measurements of the second sample: Oct 4, 2024 · Hello. Massed/solo strings and pianos sound rich and sweet through Kara. I have sent an email to Schiit asking if they will repair or exchange. I would keep Saga as a pre if that's all Schiit had up their sleeve. I also prefer the aesthetics of the Schiit. Oct 18, 2019 · This is my Freya. Aug 4, 2022 · Here’s a rear view of the Schiit Audio Freya DAC. Tung Sol are made in Russia to a classic USA design. Feb 25, 2019 · The Freya S features Schiit's Nexus gain stage whereas the Freya + is a JFET-based gain stage. I find the Nexus mode has a really great sound and has a flavor of it's own. There is a huge difference in price, but the difference in sound is commensurate: I couldn't be happier. Jun 11, 2020 · The box contained the Freya S, remote, manual, and power cord. May 28, 2019 · An update on Freya models. The Freya S is straight forward, deep, intense yet extremely musical without the tube fluff. Nov 24, 2020 · I own some Schiit products and have been following Aegir for some time. Nobile (Schiit) was submitted as his former user id: "Samoyed" Samoyed last post was a very rude post to TM, which was on March 5 (post #177 on this thread). Joined Jul 28, 2021 Messages 97 I contacted Schiit early last month about the Freya S being restocked as the Freya + was the only version on the site. Joined Oct 18, 2019 Messages 160 Likes 113 Location San Antonio, TX. Schiit changed to save on cost figuring many customers do not care and there is no objective benefit to the Tung Sol. APx555 Report for Freya+ Dec 28, 2018 · I have a general question. And I found Schiit - the company - to be very responsive to their customers. In a back-to-back comparison with the test track from Queen, the performance of the “S” landed somewhere between 75%-100% of the Freya + at times. Some Things You Might Not Like About the Schiit Freya S Stereo Preamp… The Schiit Freya S’ remote is small, doesn’t light up and uses symbols that may not be easily understood by merely looking at them. Theta was a top-of-the-world digital product company in the '80s - early '90s. Jan 15, 2020 · Schiit Freya Noval Measurements: A Different Perspective The Schiit Freya S and Freya+ have been tested by @amirm. Sep 2, 2023 · All of my comments regarding Freya S or Kara's sound are limited to the 1x mode. Joined Nov 11, 2020 Messages 3,088 Likes 2,740 Location Nashville. It sucks that none of this equipment is available locally to listen to. Next thing i know its 5/29 and i see the above thread about a Freya upgrade. Been overall pretty happy with it for the past few years until last week the tube stage went dead with no output (but the passive mode and solid state differential mode works Sep 2, 2023 · Kara is not aggressive. I suspect I would have really enjoyed the Freya+ w/tubes as well but it was just too much money, and the nexus mode on the freya-S got great Jul 27, 2022 · Preamplifier ( currently RCA out on the C1 but with a Freya I could use the XLR out) To: dbx DriveRack PA2 with XLR to RCA unbalandes to: Carver M-1. " Read Full Review -> Mar 16, 2018 · A few weeks ago I reviewed the Schiit Freya S preamplifier. A 6ohm nominal speaker that dips to 4ohm is something that should be fine. The Freya S uses Schiit's unity chassis, which looks great. Schiit in Monoblock mode is concerned with 4ohm nominal speakers that dip down below to like 2 ohm. Aug 17, 2023 · Transparent, but with a more robust sound than Freya S. Recently I learned about passive preamps and decided I wanted to experiment with this and found that Schitt’s Sys can be used in passive preamp mode. Aug 21, 2018 · Forum Donor. Condition is May 10, 2022 · The buffer section of Saga S is from the original generation Freya. Question is, with the above set up in mind, can I use another set of the Freya S's SE outputs into a Y cable joiner and feed that into the available input channel on the Subwoofer? And then set the subwoofer filter on the app for the best blend? Nov 16, 2022 · Radiohead’s song 15 Steps appeared as a crisp, dynamic jump from 0 to loud along with vocals that reached out just a bit more. I have been slowly changing up stuff and recently received my back ordered, Schiit Freya + & Vidar. Having the tube pre in my system was very enjoyable but I wanted to change things up a bit. But he was last seen about 2 weeks later, on March 18th (as noted in his profile). Sep 18, 2023 · The Schiit Freya uses stepped resistor so turning the volume knob leads to a very loud clickity/clack. For reference I asked some folks on the Audio Science Review Forum about this and I've put some example videos of what i'm hearing in those posts. Schiit also sent a set of the PYST balanced interconnects that are perfect for connecting the Gumby when the Freya S is sitting directly on top of it. Joined Nov 11, 2020 Messages 3,091 Likes 2,747 Feb 25, 2019 · I'm a long-time tube guy--DIY Williamson tube amps, Aikido preamp, even a DAC with all-tube output stage--but I bought a Freya S on a lark, and because I've always been curious about Schiit equipment. Every change of volume involved a loud audible click of a relay. Freya S (newest) Freya+ and Freya Noval (older) Passive Mode "As good as the analyzer" "As good as the analyzer" Solid State Mode Feb 3, 2022 · After much agonizing, I returned the saga-S and upgraded to the Freya-S. The first sample did have a channel imbalance, and it performed measurably worse that the other channel. On the plus side, the built in headphone amp should be sufficient to drive most headphones with 1W of power at 300 ohms. Now in this chain, I have the schiit freya's volume on to max, put the channel amps on the crowns to about the 2'oclick position and control the overall volume through the Aug 17, 2023 · Especially since Schiit's main wheel house is DACs, EQ's and headphone amps. If I don't hear back Monday, I will call them. One or two dB is normal but not such a wide gap. The 1 kHz dashboard summary is below. The Freya S is a piece of kit that'll outlive whatever changes in gear around it due to how useful and compatible it is. Dec 31, 2022 #504 franknorris12 said: On the Jul 16, 2020 · Another question for the Freya S when I want to integrate the freya s in my Ht setup but the Freya S does not have a real ht bypass. I am pleased and wowed by what they did for $699. Currently a Schiit Freya + preamp owner. Schiit has reworked the remote/volume control for more precise volume adjustments when using the remote. I'm speculating that Kara's more "robust" sound over Freya S, is tied to its larger power supply. As example Jan Garbarek's Dresden has incredible depth of recording to Dec 28, 2022 · Schiit Freya S Preamplifier Review 2 Forum Donor. Jun 30, 2019 · I get it, Freya + looks to be a great tube pre-amp and a true value. 2 amp ( impedance 100k ohms) to B&W 705's and Sunfire True Sub powered. You can already check out Schiit's own measurements for the Freya S though. It seems like there are a LOT of options and details to consider in the preamp space so any of your guidance or suggestions are very much appreciated. I was not surprised by Freya's sound as Jason was so enthusiastic about it. I believe that one of them is a poster here at SHTV. It seems the KARA is an improved version of the Freya S with higher voltage rails and bigger transformer along with other improvements. Been reading the forum for years and finally join the family here. Jul 27, 2022 · My impression of Tube mode's limitations was the same as Amir's. I terms of SQ, (subjective of course), my Sonic Frontiers Line 1 SE+ tube preamp is much superior to the Freya +. An excellent product. Yep, Schiit is our name, and it's pronounced, well, like "hey man, that's some really good Schiit Mar 2, 2021 · To find a volume setting for Asgard, I turned the volume control on Freya S all the way up and then raised the volume on Asgard until some background noise was evident and backed it down a bit. Maybe a search of original Freya reviews that discuss the SS buffer option would give some you some insights. Sep 29, 2019 · Go to the Schiit site and compare the pictures of the Freya+ and Freya S circuit boards. Remote is small, not pleasant, but very functional. I may pick one of those up myself. It's a different design. Yes, I already changed the volume knob. The $699 balanced solid-state preamp/headphone amp offers an alternative to the extremely affordable Schiit Freya S with some key differences. Also, you can buy and put whatever you want in there anyway. Mar 2, 2021 · Hey Folks, I am new to this forum and just getting back into audio equipment during the pandemic. This is my first post on ASR and I want to congratulate the forum, an inexhaustible source of knowledge. Kara sounded nice right away, but Kara really started to shine at around a week and a half. I think it's notable that the Freya S has much better Active test results than the Freya +'s Buffered Mode. Thanks also to Amir for validating the second unit. Jason Stoddard the designer actually prefers the S over the + with tubes (that didn't sway my decision). Kara has more weight in the midrange, sounding more robust than Freya S. Thread starter amirm; Start date Feb 19, 2020; Forum Donor. My question is that I have bought a second-hand Schiit Freya S, which I have not yet received, and I plan to connect it to a Hugo Chord TT2 for a setup that will include a Boxem Arthur 4216/E2 in a few weeks. Posted by AbeCollins on November 28, 2023 at 21:42:01 In Reply to: Used schiit Freya + or new Kara??? posted by hardwhistle on November 28, 2023 at 18:11:01: I think it's a matter of personal preference but the solid-state section in the Freya+ is not nearly as good as the Kara. Oct 18, 2019 · I am the ASR member that sent the Freya S to Amir for review. But I'm afraid the when I switch inputs the I forget to turn the volume back. Aug 21, 2023 · Unlike the new Schiit Audio Mjolnir 3 which will only be available as a limited run product until everything is sold out, the new Schiit Audio Kara is sticking around. Fair play for taking the plunge, sounds like you've made a good unit even better too. Thanks! Jan 7, 2021 · It's a blooming excellent pre-amp in it's own right but the output is not fully balanced and does not have the option to switch active/passive/tube outputs. When you adjust the volume, the Freya S makes clicking sounds. Jan 4, 2021 · I've had an original version Freya for over 3 years and it's an absolutely superb sounding well designed bargain of a preamp, never been noisy, and I've enjoyed rolling various tubes in the thingthe reports of Freya or Freya + issues have been seemingly tiny relative to the thousands of happy campers, and Schiit's return policy and warranty Sep 17, 2022 · It's a superb preamp, coherent, very quiet, the volume system clicks like it's supposed to and it clearly earns its place as a Stereophile Class A product. If you want a premium feel, that’s not Schiit. I truly enjoy the preamp. Jul 17, 2023 · Yesterday I was researching about Schiit Freya S and Freya+ and today saw that Freya S is no longer available and there is this new Kara. Feb 19, 2020 · With the Schiit Freya S I'm often hearing a little disconnect/reconnect/not a smooth volume transitioning especially when going back and forth over the 12'oclock position on the knob. I would not go back. The Freya S looks almost empty in comparison. Feb 19, 2020 · For Stereo: Schiit Yggdrasil >>> Freya S >>> Schiit Sys input 2 >>> Sys Output into Emotiva Power Amp. I noticed the "punchier" presentation while using the SE outputs. Mar 13, 2020 #1 SOLD I am offering my Schiit Freya S for sale. Nov 22, 2018 · Alas, one channel is worse there to the tune of 9 dB. Joined Sep 4, 2019 Messages 1,175 Likes 2,340. "replacement for the Schiit Audio solid state preamp originally dubbed The Freya S. A new sample was sent, and performed nicely. You should not need the high gain mode if you are fronting a DAC with proper output levels. If I were forced to buy a Freya I would get the S or order the Plus with the LISST plug-ins. Pretty cool/gratifying to see a good Forum participation level on a device I offered for review. Feb 19, 2020 · New Kara preamp. Now I leave Asgard's volume control alone and use the volume control on Freya S for volume control. For $600 (or $500 for B-stock, which I bought) I can't imagine doing better for the money. It was kindly loaned to me from a member who bought it used. It’s very much a sound quality first, build and finish second product. Jan 27, 2020 · I really enjoy the Freya S. It's performance has been flawless and, suffice to say, I am very happy to have purchased it. jqir ycclb vxmlf ibwotm iqg fykz zxxnrc tpjhc iylzabu wdzwfe