sean: a few system iterations ago, i had an accuphase dp-75, which like the 75v, has a high-quality volume control that (as i recall) operates in digital domain. after experimenting with various setups, i sold my preamp, since the dp-75 run direct was vastly better sounding than when it went through my rowland consummate. run directly, the cdp had better focus, a wider and deeper soundstage and, most importantly, sounded like a fairly thick veil had been removed from my speakers (then avalon ascents). i have several friends who own the accuphase 75v and they all run them directly into their amps of choice. -kelly
CD direct to amp vs active preamp
How many of you folks have ever tried running your digital source with a built in "high grade" volume control directly to your amp and compared that to the digital source feeding your active preamp and then the amp ? I am just curious as to the results and if you noticed any major differences. Obviously, we would have to add not only the preamp, but also another interconnect to make all of the connections. If you've done this "test" with a passive or buffered line section, feel free to join in. Sean
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