A21 vs McCormack?

If you had a choice between a new Parasound A21 and a newly rebuilt (Gold) McCormack DNA-1, which would you choose and why?

cheeg09-13-2019 4:35am

hifiman5 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,838 posts 09-13-2019 at 07:41pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @cheeg I have a recently rebuilt DNA-1 Gold Special and it is fabulous. I have no experience with Parasound but know from talking with Steve McCormack that much of the circuit improvements he employs in his rebuilds now were realized based on his building cost no object amps. for some well-heeled customers. As most great audio designers do, Steve took stock of what he learned in those extreme efforts and trickled those ideas down to the SMc Audio upgrades. Incredible value, incredible music!
gdnrbob Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,520 posts 09-13-2019 at 09:28pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I will also recommend McCormack and SMcAudio, as the work they have done for me is beyond reproach. I have no knowledge of Parasound, but have known the brand to be of very good quality. The question is what are the other components of your system? I hate the trite term 'synergy', but it really does come into play. Bob
yakbob Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 511 posts 09-14-2019 at 12:15am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete My DNA 0.5 is the only piece of gear I've regretted selling.Nothing against parasound, but the McCormack have a following for a reason.