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2 channel system advise.

Hi all.

I have saved enough money to build a dedicated 2 channel system. After much consideration, I feel that following setup would work for my room and sonic preference:

Source: Squeezebox -> Benchmark DAC1.
Pre-amp: Pass Labs X-10.
amp: Pass Labs x250.5
Speakers: Mani-2 Signature.

I would appreciate if you can provide comments on the setup above, particularly on the synergy between Pass Lab pre/amp and Mani-2.

Thank you.

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martykl
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The only observation that I'd share is in regard to the DAC-1. It's got a specific sound (transparent, but lean) that many love (including me...in the right system), but it is not for every taste . Moreover, ultimate satisfaction for many folks who do like the DAC-1 will still be system dependent.

Further, if you do decide that you like the Benchmark sound, you might consider the DAC-1 Pre, which adds a pre-amp section to the DAC-1 for an additional $400ish and would allow you to skip the X-10 and pocket the difference.

Just FYI.

Marty
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