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| DAC for entry level system The problem for me has been to find a quality DAC that has 2 coaxial SPDIF inputs. I don't like using Toslink optical. As 'quality' is budget dependent, and given that you have a nice system , what are you willing to spend on a DAC? Are you willin... | |
| Do I need a DAC? Oscarrr, I have enjoyed this thread as I have many friends considering the same. You have garnished a great deal of input, most of which I agree.1)Driving a DAC with the AE via SPDIF would be an improvement.2)A computer playing WAV or AIFF quality... | |
| Looking to get started. please help I agree with Tonyangel, It is all about how the speakers sound in your environment. Given that you are outfitting a family room as apposed to an audio room, it comes down to flexibility in speaker placement and room treatment. Have you heard the T... | |
| DAC for entry level system It seems to me that you are looking for a DAC that will serve both the Arcam and the Squeesbox, and therefore looking for 2 SPDIF inputs. Is this true? | |
| Looking to get started. please help You did well buying the NAD 326. IMHO, more than the power difference, the fact that the 326 has sub out and PRE/amp that can be separated justifies it over the 316. Speakers contribute most to the character of a sound system. Many people putting ... | |
| Do I need a DAC? Oscarr, you have a great entry level system in the making. The express represents the weak link. A DAC would serve as an upgrade. The PS audio digital link III is often found used on this site for ~$350. Good DAC at that price, especially when avo... | |
| Which headphones?? I am using AKG 701s (~$250) with an Music Hall amp ($400 retail). Great sound for the $$$. The MH amp is a hybrid design, has 2 inputs, 2 headphone outputs, and can serve as a preamp. | |
| New CD player or new external DAC ? +1 Marakaentz. If I had a chance to get the BDA-1 new discounted as a demo form a dealer I would jump on it. | |
| Upgrade Help: CDP or DAC It likely that most of the perceived brightness is coming from the relatively inexpensive internal DAC built into the 5004 ($350 retail I believe). The analogue output stage likely also contributes. A newer sub $700 externalDAC can improve on this... | |
| Dedicated line w/ upgraded parts or power cond? I would start by adding dedicated power line. Actually 2 -3 if possible. One for amp/pre, one for digital. As Elizabeth stated, your existing line may serve as a dedicated. | |
| What's the sonic advantage of bi-wiring Asked another way, is there a disadvantage to bi-wireing speakers having the required binding posts. | |
| Better sounding after 1 hour All electronic component parts operate best (at their desired specs) when they have reached thermal equilibrum. I will let my system play for 30 min or more before begining a session. | |
| USB/SPDIF converter and DAC combinations Thanks Mordante. I have found this site after i posted this thread. I am considering the audiophellio2 and then upgrading my DAC. | |
| Best entry level audiophile CD player with Co-Ax As stated previously, it depends on how you plan on using the CDP. If as a transport I concur with Mik971. I would also consider Marantz, though you might consider the CD5004 over higher priced Marantz models. Check into it, the transport mechanis... | |
| What is a very nice sounding tube preamp? In addition to the previous recommendations, all very sound,I own a new , Jolida Fusion, owned a Audible Illusion 3a bought used. Both at your price point and very good. You might also consider Quicksilver.Enjoy and let us know your choice. |