I have the Classe Sigma SSP Mkii and am really happy with it. I am primarily 2 channel but have a 5.1 system for music concerts and movies. I don’t want anything more than 5.1, but it can handle 7.1. The DAC is excellent, but I have recently been using Lumin T2 streamer and connecting it via XLR and setting the Classe in digital bypass mode. The Sigma acts as a great analog preamp.
Can a Classe SSP replace a dedicated stereo pre?
Hi everyone! I appreciate the opinions and knowledge on this forum and I've been reading a while.
I am looking to move laterally from a 2-channel setup to a basic 5.1 surround setup, as my listening does involve TV and movies. Most of my sources are digital.
My current setup involves a sabaj d5 DAC, a Modwright SWL 9.0se preamp, Odyssey Khartago extreme monoblocks, and some excellent DIY 3-way speakers.
I couldn't be happier with this for two channel listening.
In my research for multichannel pres/avrs, I heard most people saying that the only ones that sound really good for stereo are ones made by Classe, Krell and Bryston within my budget. I'm really hoping to simplify my setup and not have to use ht bypass, switch between two preamps etc.
I've made an offer for a Classe SSP sigma. Do you think this could potentially replace my Modwright without losing much SQ?
Thank you!
I am looking to move laterally from a 2-channel setup to a basic 5.1 surround setup, as my listening does involve TV and movies. Most of my sources are digital.
My current setup involves a sabaj d5 DAC, a Modwright SWL 9.0se preamp, Odyssey Khartago extreme monoblocks, and some excellent DIY 3-way speakers.
I couldn't be happier with this for two channel listening.
In my research for multichannel pres/avrs, I heard most people saying that the only ones that sound really good for stereo are ones made by Classe, Krell and Bryston within my budget. I'm really hoping to simplify my setup and not have to use ht bypass, switch between two preamps etc.
I've made an offer for a Classe SSP sigma. Do you think this could potentially replace my Modwright without losing much SQ?
Thank you!