Firmware 12.2.10

[Greg]

Dear All

Don't know if it is my system or if there is a problem with 12.2.10.
I've been adjusting my tonearm (VTA and TF) and so have been playing the same album over and over.
With the new software I've felt that the 'hiss' on a 0.3mV setting has been quieter than with 12.2.6.
However, I've felt that vinyl has been a bit dull and recessed and lacking a bit of life. Also I've felt that the bass has been weaker and lacking definition/slam.
Over Easter I've put this down to my tonearm tweaking but I've not been able to get back to where I thought I was before.

So last night I went back to 12.2.6. I'm positive the hiss was slightly louder and grainier. As soon as I heard the familiar track it was clear that it sounded bigger and more dynamic and the characteristic punch in the bass was there.

Wonder what is going on? Maybe I didn't install 12.2.10 properly in the first place?
I'll try digital sources tonight.

Kevin

I’ve never had any good result with the Devialet Phono Stage in my 120 Pro C/I. For me using Ortofon Kontrapunkt B (average output M/C), the sound has always been polluted with hiss and generally is undynamic. I am now happily using a Ray Samuel’s Audio Nighthawk F-117 Phonostage into Devialet line level input. It has all the dynamics and absolutely no hiss.

Considering Devialet have stated that the very top range components were used for their incorporated phonostage, I have been massively disappointed. Although I know others do not agree, my conclusion is, the incorporated phonostage is ‘absolute rubbish!’ At least I now have a usable phonostage and I can play my LP’s to listening satisfaction. However, this is a Devialet failing and should not be the case.

I suspect I may have a duff Devialet phonostage, but how do you check it? Ocean told me it would be checked out at Core infinity upgrade. After upgrade there is no change. I’m a bit pissed off to be honest.