@fire_water there were a few DACs prior to the Accuphase, Playback Designs MPD-3, Grace M902/3, nothing else after the Accuphase, love the sound, feeding it good quality material is the hardest challenge!
Accuphase DC-1000 Processor/DAC
After a recent thread on streamers I decided to look into DACs, particularly the Accuphase DC-1000. Currently own an Accuphase DC-37 Processor/DAC . My Innuos Pulsar feeds the DC-37 via Innuos Phoenix USB out. The DC-37 feeds my Accuphase C2300 preamplifier via XLR. Seeing that streaming is my only source for music, I'm considering upgrading my DAC to the Accuphase DC-1000 and I'm wondering if this is an actual and noteworthy upgrade.
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@rms456 I had an mpd-8 for one year prior to the DP-770; Better synergy with the DP-770- maybe it’s better gain matching, who knows, but the shocker to me is, I’m easily hearing 10-15% more musical information on the top end- there is more detail and soundstage layering as a result. The DAC section of the dp-770 seems faster and more alive than the playback, which sometimes can sound sleepy. This usually comes with a trade off; presence region / midrange dry or forward, analytical ; Not so with the DP-770; It’s my first Accuphase digital component and like the amp and preamp, I’m really impressed and happy with it. |
@audiopacer that's good to hear! Accuphase does everything incredibly well period! |
@audiopacer well I did it! I bought an Accuphase DC-1000. As soon as I have it plugged in and running I'll report back. I can't tell you how excited I am. |
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