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oppo 105d mod or look for a new cd player ?
Well, I have not heard both, so I can't say. I just said that it bettered my Ayon CD-5 and PS Audio PWD MKII. However, I would not hesitate to say the Exemplar is probably as good as the Modwright. Have you heard both? If so, please provide some f... 
oppo 105d mod or look for a new cd player ?
I own the Oppo T105 (Oppo 105 upgraded by John Tucker of Exemplar Audio) and it is phenomenal sounding. It bettered my Ayon CD-5, PS Audio PWD II. 
$10K budget. Help
Consider the Exemplar Audio Exception integrated. Outstanding sound quality. I recommend 90db speakers and above. I own it along with the Exemplar T105 (upgraded Oppo 105) and you will have to spend in the high $20K to $30K to better it. It does n... 
Oppo BDP-105D mods
I owned the Ayon CD-5 and PS Audio PWD II and my Oppo 105 upgraded by John is much better. Extremely Musssical....:) 
Oppo BDP-105D mods
Totally disagree with Modwright only. I sent mine to John Tucker of Exemplar Audio and it is world class. I have been told by folks who have heard them both that the Exemplar is a step above. I am not downplaying Modwright, just the comment that t... 
hmmm? oppo 105d content
Send it to John Tucker at Exemplar Audio for his upgrade. It will become world class player! I own one and it is simply amazing and very very musical sounding. 
Anything wrong with PS Audio DirectStream DACs?
The problem with PS Audio DACs is they drop in value in little or no time after coming out. Before the Direct Stream there were dealers offering a free PWT with the purchase of the PWD MKII. Individuals who purchased them when they first brought t... 
Best upgradable system components for under $6K
The Exemplar Audio Exception integrated is an amazing component. Once again you would have to spend big $$$$$ to better it. I just posted a piece about the components I own from Exemplar. I have owned lots of gear from lots of companies and this i... 
Exemplar Audio - What's Needed In High End Audio
Those are valid points concerning resale. I believe that does keep some from taking the plunge into smaller companies. In many cases some of the companies making great sounding equipment don't reach the status of some of the better known such as A... 
Buying equipment
Go to the Exemplar Audio website. John Tucker has put together complete systems for $11,000. It includes an upgraded tubed version of the Oppo 105, his Exception integrated, LSA speakers/stands and cabling. I own the Exception integrated and the u... 
Upgrade DAC/CD transport?
I own the Oppo 105 that was upgraded by John Tucker of Exemplar Audio and it is stunning good. It is an all in one player that provides everything you need. I own the tubed version. John is a great guy and will work with. 
Pre-amp recommendation
I have owned the Coincident Statement, First Sound MKIII, Sanders, Parasound JC-2 all of which are great line-stages. My favorite and most musical is the Exemplar Exception from Exemplar Audio. Call John Tucker he can provide some guidance. I beli... 
LSA the gem of a good system
John Tucker had a hand with the LSA integrated that is why it is so good. I own John's Exception integrated, mind blowing good. My brother-in-law just bought the LSA 5 speaker deal from Underwood hifi and loves the speakers. John also had a major ... 
Need advice on a tube line stage
I suggest the Exemplar Audio Exception line stage. There is one currently on this site. You could probably get in it for $2500. Very musical with that liquidity that will blow your mind. 
Best integrated up to $6000
Exemplar Audio Exception integrated. Simply amazing...