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EAD 8800 Silver or Black? Balanced vs. non

I am interested in a EAD 880o processor and possibly amp. Having not seen them in person I was wondering about others thoughts about the silver vs black. My initial thought is to go with the black so it goes with more stuff.
Also I understand the Pro Vs. standard difference is only the all balanced outputs. While I was thinking of going Pro I think the single ended version (non pro might be more flexible. Any thoughts on these issues would be greatly appreciated.
westin

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fatcataudio
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I am a dealer, so bear with me. But these are the best sounding processors you can buy. The main difference between the 8800 and 8800pro is the balanced outputs, as well as the upgraded circuit board. The pro has an Arlon25N circuit board and premium passive components yielding the finest purity signal with virtually no “dielectric signature.” In addition, premium passive components such as precision 0.1% NiCr resistors are implemented in the build which are not in the 8800.

The silver is stunning, if you have no local EAD dealer, drop me a line.
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