I was looking at the gold lion for the next replacement. Given how often I’m listening to the FV, I figure I’ll end up replacing them about every 2-3 years so I’m hoping I can find something I really like in the less than $50 range

The aluminum all came from a company called 80/20. Google it and you’ll get an idea of what’s involved.

You might be surprised. I ordered all the aluminum parts pre-cut. The whole thing went together with an Allen wrench and a screw driver. Even the wood I ordered pre-cut.

Looks like a decent streamer. Support for qobuz, tidal, etc?

For those interested, I wrote up a comparison of the Mjolnir 3 to the Folkvangr https://www.head-fi.org/threads/schiit-folkvangr-impressions-thread.963929/post-18154939

I made it. I probably have the CAD file and material take off somewhere if you’re serious.

At the suggestion of @jonathan c (who has excellent taste in tubes IME) I rolled in some Tungsram E88CCs to replace the stock 6N1P tubes. It’s a great tube for the FV. A little dryer, more holographic, and more detailed than the stock tubes. Took a little while to break in, but very good with...

It’s that sweetness combined with SS detail and resolution not to mention rock solid imaging that to my tastes puts the MJ3 in the all star league. I’ve never heard any other SS amp do that before, though I’m sure there’s probably others (at insane prices).

IIRC the LCD-X is 103 dB / mW. It doesn’t really need the impedance multiplier. I think the main reason it sounds better on the FV is I tend to lean warm on my sound preference and the LCD-X is pretty neutral which the FV helps offset. Also, the LCD-X has a dip in the upper mids and the...

I forgot to include the LCD-X. Will write up a separate comparison for that, but long story short it sounds better on the Folkvangr.

Sadly, they don’t deliver to Alaska.

Folkvangr Mjolnir 3 comparison This post compares the Schiit Folkvangr against the Schiit Mjolnir 3. Keep in mind that I’m not a professional musician, recording engineer, or anything other than a middle aged audiophile. My hearing is a little above average for my age but nothing to brag...

That makes sense to me.

Folkvangr is due back from repairs today and my Mjolnir 3 arrived Tuesday, so I’ll post a smack down comparison maybe this weekend. The Folkvangr is facing strong competition- the MJ3 is a really nice sounding amp.

My headphone chair is an Ekornes recliner. Most comfortable chair in the world and perfect for headphone listening because it takes the load off your neck. Highly recommended despite the stupid price tag. They’re extremely well made. There’s probably other brands making similar at more...