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In Reply to: RE: Lite posted by Thorsten on July 02, 2014 at 03:40:44
I see the similarity of their DACs, such as the 38, with those you describe. That said, I'm having a lot more fun with their LT-1 transport and DAC 83 than I ever had with my Marantz CD7, especially using the I2S connection. But perhaps the CD7 is not really considered high end any more.And I'm not at all concerned that it's not the latest and greatest - even if I picked up a Lite Audio USB to SPDIF convertor for 'later use'.
big j.
"... only a very few individuals understand as yet that personal salvation is a contradiction in terms."
Edits: 07/04/14Follow Ups:
Jus,Yes, I agree with you. Their stuff may be mostly derivative rather than original and not the latest and greatest, but it is solid value for money.
That said, it also pays to keep an eye on new stuff.
For example, in less than a month there will be a 499 USD DAC/Headphone amplifier shipping, with up to 768KHz PCM (including the option to run non oversampling at sample rates below 352.8KHz - it runs Non-OS above always). DSD-512 and lower is catered for and a SPDIF Input that effectively locks out jitter completely from any source is included (RCA + Optical, 192K max).
And it has a headphone Amp that can drive HiFIman HE-6, likely also AKG K-1000 (could not get one to test) and any less demanding headphones all the way to "silly loud" IEM's with near reference grade sonics. And it includes the option to have a volume control/preamp on the line outs as well.
Finally, it comes "Battery included" (good enough for > 10 Hours play on anything but Turbo Mode for ultra inefficient hard to drive headphones) nd fits a decently sized trouser pocket.
Add a pair of active monitors (I may have something cooking in this corner) and you have grown up stereo that fits a modest suitcase...
That is what I meant by "sell by date".
This 21st century stuff knocks traditional "HiFi" six ways from sunday and then into last week. Not anyone may be ready for the revolution though...
For the times, they are a'changin'.
Ciao T
At 20 bits, you are on the verge of dynamic range covering fly-farts-at-20-feet to untolerable pain. Really, what more could we need?
Edits: 07/05/14
how to get excited about computer audio. I'm still dreaming in analogue and buying vinyl - and it's perennially satisfying, even though there's not much innovation with this technology.
Perhaps I'll set up a new bedroom system with C21 tech in mind but my issue has not really been with digital audio or new digital audio, as such. My concern is my (lack of) engagement with an HD, streaming service that meets my audiophile and musical needs, without breaking the bank (or boring the household to death). My residual impression is that a lot of streaming services are like interactive radio stations - with similar levels of fidelity (or discombobulated, über-manipulated sounds). This is, no doubt, breath-takingly inaccurate, but I seem to have more fun with vinyl and 'old digital' and, lately, even with cassettes (Sony Walkman Pro, Tandberg 440A).
I'll ask my son what he thinks.
big j.
"... only a very few individuals understand as yet that personal salvation is a contradiction in terms."
Jus,
Sound quality of PC setup's can easily blast past CD.
Since I have a big Plasma hooked up to my Setup I get coverflow with Covers bigger than real 12" Vinyl Albums.
Interactivity is good with this setup.
For now the rest of the system is more 20th century, to the families occasional frustration...
For a Bedroom system, how does an integrated EL84 PP Amplifier with matching mini-monitor's sound? Of course, Phono Preamp included with low MC capability. For the 21st century twist it includes a DAC with up to 768K PCM / DSD-512 via USB and SPDIF in up to 192K. Coming in September.
Ciao T
At 20 bits, you are on the verge of dynamic range covering fly-farts-at-20-feet to untolerable pain. Really, what more could we need?
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