One album where this really sticks out to me is “The Thrill of it All” by Sam Smith. It doesn’t recess the low end (as I mentioned earlier), but it could be a bit better in this aspect. The first thing that stuck out to me was the lack of slam in the low end. This is a small amp with a lot of features packed in, so, while the sound is very clean, there are a few problems with it. Not only left, right, and center are coming through, but everything in-between them, as well as depth, shows up extremely well. Since nothing is boosted unnecessarily, you get a very clear soundstage. One thing that really shines on this amp is the soundstage. If you’re looking for an accurate representation of the sound, the Sprout 100 may be perfect for you. It just represents everything cleanly and evenly across the board. What I mean by that is this: it doesn’t boost the bass, it doesn’t bring the top end forward, it doesn’t change anything about the midrange. I would categorize this amp as a true ‘audiophile, amplifier. Some amps tend to add their own little twist, and this amp doesn’t at all. This is the only PS Audio product that I’ve heard, but I must say that I really like what they’re doing with it. There is nothing that would sound bad to anyone listening. I assume if you’re buying this amp, you want all of that internal stuff about it, so I tested it all. I streamed into the optical port to use the DAC on it, and I plugged my turntable in to use the phono inside the amp. Just a disclaimer, I used the internals on the amp exclusively. Some amps/DACs have lights that are way too bright, especially if you listen in the dark like I do. I like that the light on it is so subtle. It really doesn’t bother me much since I can just play whatever source I need and turn the knob until sound comes out. One minor gripe I have is that the text can be hard to read in certain lighting. It gives an extremely satisfying click every time it gets to the next input. Turning that input selector knob really makes me happy. The knobs on the Sprout give good feedback when turning them. It comes with a remote (not my picture) that is actually really nice. Physical Fit and FinishĪll things considered, I think this is made extremely well. Here are some pictures of it with size comparisons (on my garbage phone camera, apparently). You can buy it here on the PS Audio website, or here on Amazon. I owe it to my fellow r/budgetaudiophile readers to give you 100% honest reviews. This layout will look like this: physical fit and finish, sound, use-cases, final thoughts.ĭisclaimer: PS Audio provided this amplifier to me for review. NO AFFILIATE LINKS, but if you find a great deal on something and want to share use. Include your Max price point for purchase advice SUGGESTED to help keep things a bit more organized If someone is being insulting or rude or spamming, please report it so the mods can assist.Įverything you ever wanted to know about acoustical treatments ONEĮverything you ever wanted to know about acoustical treatments TWO If someone is being helpful but you don’t agree, then explain why before you Downvote. If someone is being helpful and you agree with their advice, then Upvote it.(All affiliate sales/links will be removed) Feel free to post links to sales and good deals.If you are looking for advice on sound bars please post to /r/SoundBars.If you just really want a super cheap computer solution (Creative Labs, Altec Lansing, etc.) post to /r/PCSound/.If you have questions regarding Headphones OR IEM's, please post to /r/Headphones or /r/HeadphoneAdvice.If you have a question regarding Bluetooth speakers, please post to /r/Bluetooth_Speakers.A place to ask questions about speakers, amps, DACs, parts, pieces and to show off.While there is no upper price limit, realistically we focus on speakers in the sub $1000 range, with the sweet spot being between $150 to $500.This is a subreddit for all budget minded audiophiles and enthusiasts looking to grow into real speakers and separate components and out of boomboxes, mini systems, portable bluetooth and lifestyle speakers, and PC branded audio solutions.
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