PS Perfect Wave Trans/DAC versus Meridian 808.2


Has anyone been able to compare these two products or comment on either individually as a significant improvement over high quality red book equipment? I am intrigued by the apodosing filters ability to enhance Red Book sound by reducing pre-ringing. And these two products, as far as I know, are the only ones using these filters.
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That filter is pretty special, and the PW Dac is a great piece. Can't speak for the Meridian gear. PS Audio is getting ready to have a trade in program where you can get $1000 EACH off the DAC and the Transport. Check out the newsletter at the PS Audio site

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i got my perfect wave pair using that same trade in plan last year. they did it during intro in july 09. great offer imho. gave them $300-$400 worth of old gear and got 2k off the pwd & pwt. if you're in the market for a new dac/transport.....it's something i'd seriously consider. outstanding digital front end without the outstanding price.

have never heard the 808.2. have read it's a great player.

which one sounds the best would depend on what they're hooked up to and what you're looking to hear.

cheers