Nuforce

Hi folks, does anyone know the differences between the eAR ICEpower amps, for instance the eAR 1001, and the NuForce? Does the NuForce sound more organic and natural in comparison with the ICEpower amps? Recently Bel Canto design released an ICEpower amp called the Ref 1000, which will replace their well known Tripath based eVo 2.

Forgive me if I'm wrong, but it appears to me that comparisons that have been made are between the NuForce and conventional mid-fi/lower high-end amps. In that case it is not very interesting as conventional amps tend to get better when they are higher priced (not because they are overpriced but because they have larger power supplies, tighter tolerance components etc.). It would be interesting to compare the NuForce and let's say a $8-10,000 US conventional amp. I know this would be unfair, but it remains an interesting comparison. If the NuForce isn't wiped out by the much pricier amp, then it would be very convincing indeed. My own personal experience with an Acoustic Reality (eAR) ICEpower amp (also class D) is that in comparison with the almost 10 times more expensive Accuphase A-50V the eAR is no slouch. That's why I'm not longer convinced of the necessity spending $10-20,000 US (or more) for a conventional poweramp to get good sound.

Chris

I have a question about the NuForce that is probably a bit off topic. NuForce amps are known for transmitting high frequency noise into the environment. This high frequency noise could be the reason for interference when one is trying to receive FM radio broadcast by antenna. What happens if my neighbour has a NuForce and I want to get FM radio broadcast by using an indoor antenna? Is it likely that such a procedure would be "sabotaged" by the amp? If that is the case, that would be a very serious topic. The manufacturer should be warned: it could result in some kind of sewing.

Chris