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Any one here still using one of these? And if so, how would you quantify its ability to add (or subtract) from your CD enjoyment?
Just my (adjusted for inflation) $2
John Crossett
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It sounds like English, but I can't understand a word you're saying.
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Sorry for the late reply. I haven't been on much in the last 6 weeks or so as I'm in the middle of separation and unfortunately some of you know how it is - too much to do and too little time. To answer your question about the GDL, I have had one for 8 years in my main rig and love it!!! My front end consists of a Wadia 20 transport, Wadia 15i dac and a Wadia 171i dock. All digital cables are VD Revelation Signature and all 3 power cables are the same, so we are comparing apples to apples. It makes a small difference when using the 20, slightly better resolution, The leading and trailing edges are slightly more pronounced, the entire presentation has slightly more depth and soul if you will. The biggest difference is the speakers really disappear.
Where the GDL really shines is when used with the 171 Idock. It really cleans it up. I have a CIA linear power supply with a Revelation Audio Labs umbilical, but even with these there was a big difference when comparing the 20 and 171i without the lense. I'd say this setup gets me a little better than 90% of what I get with the 20, not bad when you consider the 171i, CIA power supply and cable were less than $1k and the 20 listed for $4500.00 in 1994.
If you decide to purchase one make sure the serial # is 111209 or above as it will have the later driver chips. The later models have a metal remote.
In my mini review on my FB page: John Crossett - Audio Writer, I noted that the GDL makes CD something to be enjoyed, not endured. But on the whole, I agree with you 100%.
Just my (adjusted for inflation) $2
John Crossett
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It sounds like English, but I can't understand a word you're saying.
Is this product a DAC or something?
It's not a DAC, it's more a buffer between transport and DAC that has a small RAM cache, takes the data from the transport and strips it down and reclocks it as well as really reducing jitter. It just helps make Redbook more enjoyable by making what comes out sound much better than what went in.
Just my (adjusted for inflation) $2
John Crossett
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It sounds like English, but I can't understand a word you're saying.
Sounds like a cool product, JMCIII.
I can remember reading the reviews back in the 90's. I have never seen one, nor heard it. We now that re-clocking works- is this particular product still relevant in 2015?
dCS and Esoteric, historically, have made re-clocker devices to use in a digital set-up.
I would say it's probably system dependent. Many DAC's these days do the reclocking. That alone would not be enough to justify the Digital Lens. But it's that 2 to 3 second buffer of RAM that the Genesis uses to hold data just long enough to strip it bare and then send on only what's necessary that makes the Genesis Digital Lens a product that still holds relevance today. That's why I say try one and make up your own mind. I'm sold on mine in my system.
Just my (adjusted for inflation) $2
John Crossett
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It sounds like English, but I can't understand a word you're saying.
Still sounds pretty cool. Every once in a while- a product comes along that is well-ahead of its time. On the flip side, such a product usually flies under the "radar", if you will.
Problem is that crystal clocks have gotten significantly better over the years (ie less phase noise = jitter) so products with old clocks can usually be improved with an up-to-date crystal oscillator.
At best it does NOTHING!
The product is now 19 years old and still the best of that time period. I had two Pro32's and a Lens lashed to my PS Audio transport and enjoyed it. If you're planning on getting one, make sure the serial number is heger than 112xx.
And it does make a difference - at least though headphones (my amp is on the coast being checked). I think that for anyone looking for the best in Redbook replay, a Genesis Digital Lens is essential. But that's just what I hear, you're ears may say different. And that's OK. To each their own. One point I would make is to make sure if you do get one it has the original metal remote (that way, if you find you don't like it, it'll be easier to sell).
Just my (adjusted for inflation) $2
John Crossett
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It sounds like English, but I can't understand a word you're saying.
> > I think that for anyone looking for the best in Redbook replay, a Genesis Digital Lens is essential. < <
A friend had GDLens in his system, for years. with a variety of separates. I was never really impressed no matter the combo, although it did sound "nice". My one-box player, within his system, proved easily superior. He sold the unit and his separates a long time ago - in place of another, much better, own one-box alternative.
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A friend actually gave me his since it wasn't worth too much on the used market. I can't say I really noticed the difference it made (good or bad) and eventually tired of the component clutter it contributed to.
marc g. - audiophile by day, music lover by night
Thanks! for sharing- marc g.
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