+1 grannyring’s assessment of the sound and functionality of the Neodio Origine S2 - have one now in my main system since August. Enjoyed the combo of my Mojo Audio Evo DAC & Simaudio 260DT transport , but the Neodio is at another level of SQ. Sold the Mojo to recoup some cash, have the Sim 260DT in my 2nd system with Modwright Elysee DAC |
@mbmi You're not going to get $10K+ SQ with a $600 transport. Had a Cambridge CXC ,which is in the same playing field as the Audiolab , as the source for either a Mojo Audio EVO or a Modwright Elysee pretty decent sound. Switched to a SimAudio 260DT transport $2800 and a whole different level of SQ. Read the Forums on the Project & Jay's Audio Transports - significant improvements in SQ delivered vs these lower entry transports. |
@mbmi - I was reacting to your comment that a $600 Audiolab transport coupled with a quality DAC will get you the equivalent of "+10K big boy" ; that hasn't been my experience. Folks understate the SQ impact of quality transports. CEC is well known for the quality of its transports so I am not surprised by your listening experience. Enjoy! |
