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"DAC DUMB" needs info.

I have a friend with a Adcom GCD-700. He has been running it with the variable out so he can use the CDP remote volume.He also likes the sound the best this way and runs it through the preamp.His preamp has no remote, and he now can't live without a remote volume control.The problem is, the variable out now is shorting out and he often looses volume in one channel.We have taken it apart but there's too much in there to get to the problem area short of removing the carousel.(5 disc)The question is: is there a DAC avaliable with remote volume control? I am pushing him to keep the Adcom as he will only go with a 5 disc.The Adcom is a pretty good 5 disc transport. Im a analog man and Im clueless about DACS......thanks!!!
david99

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tfta
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Dave:
The performance vs. convenience issue is as old as it gets. If your buddy could consider living without variable outs and figure out another way to attenuate volume, the Anthem CD changer will likely outperform almost any DAC he could add to the Adcom. My experience with this unit has been the same as Ken's, where the Anthem on the other hand is surprisingly good. It's the only changer I've ever heard that produces real quality sound and is available for around a grand or so. It has a tube DAC stage and unless he leaves it on around the clock, the tube should last him for several years at least. Good luck with whatever you choose.
Mario
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