15-Apr-2017, 19:52
(11-Apr-2017, 12:05)part-time.hero Wrote: Hello everybody,
I am new to the Devialet chat forum and would like some advice further related to Sopra 2.
My current set-up is Naim NAC-N272, XPS DR, NAP250 DR (stood on Naim Fraimlite), and Naim Nac A5 cable going through Focal Sopra 2 (these look beautiful in orange!).
I am considering a change from the Naim because I feel like the Sopras need a little bit more of a push than the Naim can offer and know that Devialet seems to be a common choice for ex-Naim fans.
The natural match seems to be with the 440 pro but I was wondering if there would be any advantage going to the 1000pro? I know that the improvements of the 1000 is more than just power, but will the Sopra 2s be able to harness the full capability of the 1000, or is a 440 at the limit of the Focals?
Any advice would be great!
I've got the Focal Sopra 2 paired with Devialet D200. I wouldn't characterize the sound as bright at all but the speakers -- like most -- do require careful positioning in the room for optimal sound. I personally use minimal toe in which helps tame any perceived brightness related to the tweeter and have them pulled about 2 feet into the room from the back wall. Additionally, room treatments are a must, particularly if you have a "reflective" room. As far as cables -- I'll go against the grain here and say that, with A-B testing, I found absolutely no difference which is, of course, congruent with the actual science behind signal conduction. I use fairly inexpensive 10ga copper cables. The system sounds great.
QNAP TS-453 > ROON on Intel NUC 5i5RYK running Win10 > AIR ethernet to D200 via router > Focal Sopra No 2