Is Burmester 232 worth the price?


Just bought a Burmester 232 integrated amplifier for a hefty price tag. Similar priced models like Accuphase E800 are available for half off on eBay.

 

Did I make a good decision or should I have gone with Accuphase or Esoteric? Pointers are greatly appreciated. Why is Burmester considered ultra high end?

madhusudan_ramaswamy

Just to add to the point, if you can stomach the cost, I don't think you can go wrong with the Burmester DAC module- I think thats a mortal lock.  If you don't go in that direction, you might want to wait a while, let your 232 settle in, and make a decision down the road a bit. This will give you time to acclimate to your new (great) sound and determine what sonic improvements you want to pursue. Or, even better, that you are totally satisfied with the Wiim, but I'll wager you'll want something more at the level of the rest of your system.

If you are in Houston, you have access to some good stores for auditions, although with a DAC you really need to hear it in your system to make a good judgment. 

Some folks think all decent quality DACs sound the same since its all 1s and 0s. I don't think that but its a point of view.

A good measure of value is the resale market.  
 

look at the retail vs. actual (not ask) used prices. This is the value net of dealer spiff and sizzle. 

@kerrybh great input. My system sounds phenomenal as is. The important components are top motch. DAC is not critical in my opinion but I will definitely keep keep your words in mind.

My system sounds phenomenal as is. The important components are top motch. DAC is not critical in my opinion but I will definitely keep keep your words in mind.

So, you’re using the DAC in the Wiim Ultra?