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Do I use a Krell HTS 7.1 or a DAC????HELP......

Hi,
I currently have a Krell 400xi, Martin Logan Vantages, and Yamaha cd player. Something is missing from the sound. I need to open it up.

I was thinking of purchasing a Dac (Benchmark or PS Audio or Music Fid) However, I was thinking maybe to purchase a used Krell HTS 7.1 and connect it to my cd player via coax? Would this sound better than a DAC? Plus I will have a Home theater option.

Thanks,
Matt
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gherrera1
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I have the same amp, 400xi, and use a Benchmark DAC1 with excellent results. Speakers are Focal Utopia Be's.

As a transport I'm using a Krell DVD standard, but any spinner would work, including your Yamaha.

Additionally, the DAC1 has multiple digital inputs which allow you to use it as a digital preamp of sorts. Mine uses optical from the computer and coax from the DVD Standard.

Be sure to use the balanced inputs on the 400xi.
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