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Anybody tried EMM DCC2 into preamp?

I use an Esoteric DV-50 as CDP. I love the Atma-Sphere MP-1/MA 2.2 (mod) combination/synergy and would hate to give up the MP-1, but want the best possible digital source, which is clearly the EMM DCC2 (+ transport).
I know that this unit functions as a preamp too and could make my MP-1 redundant. Has anyone used the DCC2 with a high quality preamp, eg Atma-Sphere, Aesthetix, etc instead of just straight into the amp, which is obviously more logical? Is there any chance that the synergy of the Atma-Sphere preamp/amp will even improve the sound of the DCC2 (+ EMM transport)? Anybody done that yet?
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thom_y
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Gladstone,

Upsetting to hear your observations are similar to Sprinkbok. Certainly, Springbok's equipment is up for this challenge and it is upsetting to hear his A-S monsters still sound better with the tubed pre. Just curious what your associated equipment is to make this observation.

I am also curious have similar observations been made with the Switchman ?

Given these similar observations, it will be interesting to see who is the first to look into modifying the DCC2 with tubes (if possible).
thom_y
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Jjwa,

You have a good point There are many listed as using the DCC2 direct and presumably they are very happy with the results ... it would be great to hear input from those using the DCC2 direct into their amps (also Switchmans direct into their amps).
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