Resolution Audio CD-55..Past Threads...

I will try...to keep this the last follow-up to my post. The passion that music generates, be it from the performing side or the listening side(I do both), is a primary part of music..perhaps..the primary part of music. We must be very careful in regulating or censuring anything that surrounds music. From Mozart to Chet Baker to current Pop music..the emotions run high.

To: Robert_sj from above. All audio components, esp. solid state, need burn-in time to some degree, and the CD-55 is no exception. Out of the box you can expect it (and most solid-state components) to sound thin, have little front-to-back depth and for the tonal balance to be mid-range heavy. The Sheffield/XLO Burn-in CD programed to tracks 6,7 and 8 and set on repeat...then run for 24 to 48 hours will get the burn-in process going...then run various music for a few more days..and you will be mostly there. If you only have the player for a couple of days..and if it was just out of the box, you will not really hear the player's capability (but this would be true for most solid-state products). I listen to a fair amount of live music and various types of music....however, in the end result, voices, strings, brass and woodwinds are what I use to decide if a sound is right by me. The human voice is a superb test for all audio gear. The Resolution (after burn-in) gets Diana Krall, Sarah Vaugh, Ella, Billie....etc. right. I believe the power supply and audio sections (as well as accuracy of the laser reading) are of prime importance. Many players sport name-brand/model# dacs but lack enough quality in the power supply/audio section/cd-drive-laser/and shielding to have much chance to sound real.

Doug harassing anyone? He is too much a gentleman for that nonsense.

You know what sounds amazing? The resolution audio quantum dac ($3200) with a reference line preeminence 1 series 2 passive preamp ($1500). Much better setup. My passive control is waaaaay better than the stuff they throw in the CD-55's.

I've actually found the past threads and this one quite interesting. I truly hope these threads will continue regardless of the piece. I still feel a need to wait to upgrade, as I really want a great universal player/transport. I intentionally avoid demoing any new players or transports for fear that I'll prematurely fall in love too soon. Jeez, the last time that happened I ended up in a marriage that lasted only 2 months, by my choice. ;) I have noticed one thing, resolution audio manufactures more than just the cd55. How do I get information on their other products?