I certainly hear differences but they are small.As audiophiles we tend to really over exaggerate small changes. Also the rest of the system has to be up to the task.A top notch preamp is an absolute must as well as resolving speakers.A good preamp is more inportant in my experience then the source.
In my experience the order of audible differences is as follows
1) the recording
2) speakers/room interface
3) preamp
4) source
5) amp
6)cables
This has been my experience but others may disagree.
In my experience the order of audible differences is as follows
1) the recording
2) speakers/room interface
3) preamp
4) source
5) amp
6)cables
This has been my experience but others may disagree.