AI vs Real Intelligence
I asked Chat GPT and Gemini to find the weak link in my system. As expected both said the WiiM Pro and after that the Schiit Modius DAC, also expected. AI also said bypassing the Wiim’s DAC (coaxial out) into an upgraded DAC would be a huge step forward. After inputting that I want to improve clarity (adding that I want hyper-detailed sound), imaging and sound stage, and with a budget of $1,500 new or used, a few DAC recommendations were given.
I would like to compare the AI with real intelligence. What DACs would this group recommend?
The rest of the system is Magnepan 3.7i’s; (2) SVS SB1000 Pro, a Wharfedale WD8 and JBL PS120 subs; PS Audio Stellar M700 amps; Schiit Freya+ pre. I am in the process of getting room treatment installed.
I listen to mostly acoustic folk/rock, jazz, female vocalists, classical and some pop/rock.
Thanks @mikhailark @jastralfu @ghdprentice So far we have these matches between AI and RI: Denafrips Pontus II 12th Chord Qutest Benchmark DAC3 (Although AI called out the HGC, not the B. I think DAC only considered, they are identical.) I also wanted to note that when I inserted hyper-detailed into the equation, Gemini responded thus. "Since you prefer a hyper-detailed and punchy presentation, you should bypass the smooth, relaxed nature of R2R ladder DACs." |
Weiss 204/205 https://www.canuckaudiomart.com/details/650318909-weiss-dac204-with-teradak-linear-power-supply/ https://www.audiogon.com/listings/lisbi4e6-weiss-dac-204-da-converters https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650326288-weiss-205-same-internal-dac-as-204/
Diffusion on the front wall, absorption on the rear wall has worked best for my Maggies. |
2001 a space odyssey. The key word is odd. As of yet you would not want a computer operating on your head. You would rather have me with 40 years of experience. While computers can offer guidance as in image guided system still the human brain in general is better.computers do analyse music and print graphs but the interpretation is not as good as your ear and brain.enjoy the music |
