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Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD

Hi All.

Putting together a reference level system.
My Source is predominantly standard 16/44 played from a MacMini using iTunes and Amarra. Some of my music is purchased from iTunes and the rest is ripped from standard CD's.
For my tastes in music, my high def catalogues are still limited; so Redbook 16/44 will be my primary source for quite some time.

I'm not spending DCS or MSB money. But $15-20k retail is not out of the question.

Upsampling vs non-upsampling?
USB input vs SPDIF?

All opinions welcome.

And I know I need to hear them, but getting these ultra $$$ DAC's into your house for an audition ain't easy.

Looking for musical, emotional, engaging, accurate , with great dimension. Not looking for analytical and sterile.
mattnshilp
mattnshilp OP
894 posts
 
I heard it at RMAF. Awesome! Huge power, unlimited dynamics, but subtly and refinement. Worth a listen if you can get your ears on it.

It is a piece for a seasoned audiophile tired of the gear and cables and placement and everything. Plug it into speakers and the wall and provide a source and your making music.
richfield_hunter
68 posts
 
I'm going to NY Audio show tomorrow if anyone from the thread is going would love to connect
mattnshilp OP
894 posts
 
Can't go. So bummed!! I made it to all the other big shows and the one in my "backyard" I can't make. Sigh.

Richfield - give us a review.
guidocorona
4,114 posts
 
Hi CalvinJ, I am very keen on Daemon for the same reasons cited by Matt... Potential of substantial system simplification without sonic compromise. All third party reports this far point to Daemon sounding and looking spectacular. Unfortunately I have not experienced the creature myself yet. Just in case you missed it, here is the Daemon home page on the Rowland site:

http://jeffrowlandgroup.com/us/daemon-integrated.html

Guido
calvinj
1,594 posts
 
Fellas please report out on this one. This Daemon is an interesting looking piece. Hope it sounds as good as it looks. It looks amazing!
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