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DIY clock upgrade?


Hello all you mad modders!

I’m asking for anyone that can point out exactly where the digi “clock” for the Sony xa 777 es CDP is located inside, to please tell me so I can DIY a clock upgrade, or have it done locally and overcome the bug a boo of shipping and it’s associated worries.

In fact, finding the most cost effective resource for acquiring the latest or best clock would be nice too. Is Audiomod it?

If there is some other needed info as to this maneuver apart from careful soldering, that info also would be greatly appreciated.

Pics please, if at all possible.

My most sincere thanks
blindjim
jamnperry
123 posts
 
I've got a clock in my XA777ES. With the Audiomod, you don't have to have the power supply. Mine was installed by Modwright. There's definitely enough room. The frequency is around 11mhz. I decided to not get the power supply based on reviews at Positive Feedback that rated the significance of the mods. If you're going to do any mods at all, the clock is the first one priority wise.
I sent you an email. I upgraded to the SuperClock 4 and have a SC 2 available for the XA777ES
blindjim OP
2,837 posts
 
Looking back over this thread... I came to this conclusion... For those whose abilities and technical expertise accomodate such a thing, I say it is a worthwhile endeavor.

All else may wish to simply add on a reclocking DAC to avoid any depreciation or concerns regarding a future sale of "modded" players.

it is however a very key move to getting closer to the music. Adding a DAC that reclocks the signal and virtually eliminates jitter from my CDP has really shown me another musical vista. One I am enjoying much more these days.
ptmconsulting
1,000 posts
 
A clock makes the biggest difference in the transport. However, with the surface mount components on the Sony boards, putting one in yourself is not a trivial task.

Be warned.

Bob
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