Bought a system without auditioning, thoughts?


Long story but I ended up buying a system without auditioning a single component and haven’t set it up, what are your thoughts? Technic SL 1210 GR, nagaoka mp-500, eversolo dmp-a6, pass labs xp 17, pass labs int-250, klipsch forte iv, Cardas clear Cygnus speaker cable, Cardas clear interconnects, Cardas clear Cygnus phono cable.  I know I don’t need the int-250 for the klipsch but got a great deal.

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It appears that you rely on the Eversolo DMP A6 for streaming and digital-to-analog conversion. Its internal DAC performs only above the average and will likely leave much to be desired with a truly hi-fi system. It is recommended that you consider investing in an external DAC to match your system.  Without auditioning of course.

The digital source, comprising the streamer/dac A6 priced at $860, accounts for only 3.6% of the overall $24k investment in digital components. While I don't intend to judge sound quality solely by its monetary value, it's worth noting that the investment in the critical source component appears to be relatively low. I understand that, although not being able to audition beforehand, OP likely conducted extensive research and put significant thought into creating the system list.

While the A6 has earned praise as a budget-friendly and solid performer within its price range, it may not fully match the overall value and potential of the entire system. Notably, blind tests and reviews have shown favor toward the A6's Master Edition, which costs only slightly more, as well as the Volumio Primo, priced below $1,000 when played with their own app. Additionally, there are many higher-fidelity streamers and DACs available in the market.