I'm using the Cinema 6, Cinema 6 and DVD-6. I was always shocked at how badly even expensive pre/pros do with music. But the Cary really does a gorgeous job. It sounds good just on the CD setting, but I prefer the sound through one of the two 6.1 analog passthroughs. (I'm using a 900ES for SACD on the other).
I've heard it said in reviews and by those in the know that you just can't get a more musical pre/pro in its price range. I'd add "by a long shot". The Cinema 6 is for those that care about sound quality for the buck, not tons of features.
That said, its easy to setup, dial in and use with all the latest sound formats. The only important feature it's missing is lip synch which is important if you're using a projector (as I am). Still, you can take care of that with another $200 device if you need to. I've had my Cary gear for a couple years now and just looove how this stuff sounds. I can't imagine upgrading equipment again (cables yes).
I always get raves from people that come over to watch movies or just hear the system with music playing. I've had at least 3 people say they've never heard a soundsystem in anyone's house sound this good. So it's not just me.
I've heard it said in reviews and by those in the know that you just can't get a more musical pre/pro in its price range. I'd add "by a long shot". The Cinema 6 is for those that care about sound quality for the buck, not tons of features.
That said, its easy to setup, dial in and use with all the latest sound formats. The only important feature it's missing is lip synch which is important if you're using a projector (as I am). Still, you can take care of that with another $200 device if you need to. I've had my Cary gear for a couple years now and just looove how this stuff sounds. I can't imagine upgrading equipment again (cables yes).
I always get raves from people that come over to watch movies or just hear the system with music playing. I've had at least 3 people say they've never heard a soundsystem in anyone's house sound this good. So it's not just me.