Used Cal Audio Delta Transport with matching Sigma or Alpha DAC. The DAC has left/right output controls on the rear panel and is a good sounding unit. Both can be had for much less than a grand used when they are available.
Looking to better my redbook action....
Hi folks...
I'm going to have around $1500 to spend, and i'm looking to take redbook as far as I can go w/this AND not need a preamp. so, transport/DAC combo or CD player w/volume.
I like coming here to fish for ideas....
my first thoughts....
- benchmark dac-1 and transport in the $4-600 range
- shanling t-100 model
i'd go used, all the way.
no preamp in ether setup. the output here would run to a McCormack dna-1 > VR4
any comments, suggestions or concerns are greatly appreciated.
I'm going to have around $1500 to spend, and i'm looking to take redbook as far as I can go w/this AND not need a preamp. so, transport/DAC combo or CD player w/volume.
I like coming here to fish for ideas....
my first thoughts....
- benchmark dac-1 and transport in the $4-600 range
- shanling t-100 model
i'd go used, all the way.
no preamp in ether setup. the output here would run to a McCormack dna-1 > VR4
any comments, suggestions or concerns are greatly appreciated.
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You might look at the Quad CDP-99. It upsamples to 192 KHz, and has a volume-control output (controlled from the remote, I believe....check their website). Note that I do NOT own it (yet!), but every review I have read is very positive. Apparently a smooth, musical sounding unit (which may or may not be to some people's tastes). Good luck on your quest. |
Take a look at the Stello DA220 DAC also. Go here to read the recent Stello DA220 Review by Doug Schneider at Soundstage.com |
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