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Lexicon DC-1 or Theta Casa Nova

I am currently using a Lexicon DC-1 with 24 BIT DACs in my system and for HT this is excellent, my problem is in the 2 channel audio mode. I do not feel like the Lexicon does a very good job in this area. I am considering the Theta Casa Nova to replace the Lexicon, possibly the Casablanca if I can find used/reasonable$. Has anyone A/B'd these 2, Lexicon/Theta, I am trying to figure out if going to Theta will improve my 2 channel listening. Thanks in advance.
goose89
kdedwards3f2e
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SFBAYDUDE! How would you compare the Lexicon DC-1 in HT mode versus the CasaB? Suppose we use McIntosh amplification and the Pioneer DV-09 DVD. Thanks for the input.... Dan
rcarlsen9df4
1 posts
 
I recently auditioned the Lexicon MC-1 and the Casa Nova. Even though the MC-1 is far better than the DC-1 the Casa Nova was significantly superior for two channel. That said, I then tried out an EAD Ovation, of which I am now a proud owner. Nuf said.
sacman
110 posts
 
or if you can afford, get a SSP-50.
sfbaydude
109 posts
 
What I find totally amazing is the Lexicon loyalty. Go to the SMR message board for some awesome battles. I jist speak from experience, as it all depends on one's own listening. I think there's some good suggestions here. I think Dan just overwhelms with facetiousness, but I would never do that ;) The Classe suggestion is interesting. I've only auditioned the ssp50; it's replaced by the 75, which I've not heard. McIntosh amplification... hehehehehehehe.
jsbail
320 posts
 
The Classe units are great for stereo and the ssp-25 is a great buy. I got mine for $1750 used.
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