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Counterpoint DA-11 - Genesis Dig. Lens - DA-10 Dac

Just wondering if anyone has tried the combination of using a Counterpoint DA-11 transport and the DA-10 Dac, both partnered with a Genesis Digital Lens.

I've listened to several digital setups in the $5,000.00 to $25,000.00 range and could still hear some high frequency shrill when listening to opera or piano. I am not sure if I am simply imagining the relatively better -- I suppose more analog and natural -- sound quality coming out of the much more humble Counterpoint-Digital Lens setup. These are relatively older components without any upgrades, so I would tend to think today's superior technology in chips and dacs would far surpass the seemingly outdated technology.

Thank you for your responses and pardon if my inquiry is loaded with contradictions, misunderstandings, or misperceptions on digital technology, as my primary source of listening is vinyl.
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sogood51
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No, your not imagining the very good sound you are hearing...the old Counterpoint DAC, does have an "more analog and natural" sound quality. (I had one, until around two years ago).

Mine went to Japan when I sold it, they are in demand over there. The guy that bought mine said he would buy all he can find, and he does run "wanted" here on the GON from time to time still.

Dave
sogood51
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The standard DAC was around $1,800 (it sounded pretty good), and the upgraded DAC with the Ultra Analog DAC card "option" was another $1,500 or so (it sounded even better).

Other upgrades followed in the years after Counterpoint went under.....I know nothing about the sound of these.

I had the upgraded original model with the Ultra Analog card. I paid $500 for it, used it for a few years...and sold it for $500 to someone in Japan around 3-4 years ago.

I don't really know anything about the DA-11 transport.....I had a Kinergetics transport at the time.

Dave
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