I have a question then about the 650's. At the NY meet this past weekend, I was listening to the 650's on 2 setups.
1. Meridian G08 -> RSA Apache (balanced)
2. Audio Research Transport -> DAC1 -> SP Supra XLR (balanced)
On setup #1, it was overly bassy and extremely lush. I don't want to use the word "veiled," but that's probably the best word I can think of.
On setup #2, the bass was impactful, but not overpowering, the highs were great and there was a sense of clarity over setup #1 that felt like I just took earplugs out at a concert.
Would you say it was the source (DAC1 has a reputation of being bright while the G08 has a reputation of being warm and smooth), or would you say it's the amp?