I had a modified Sony 777es as a transport for the DCC2 for several months while I was awating for my previously ordered CDSD. I was extremely happy with the sound (I could only play redbook) and I wondered how much more could the new transport add (other than the ability to play SACD.) However the new transport added so much more air , dynamics, and resolution that it was not an issue. I also accidentally damaged one of the optical cables, so that for two weeks I could only use the transport as a clock (sounded great). When EMMLAB supplied a replacement cable (which they did quickly and promptly) I then set up the system with the DCC2 as the clock (or "master"), which is recommended by the company as sonically superior. I absolutely agree. Finally, I compared for a month the DCC2 preamp with the Audio Note tube preamps (M-8 and M-10) and I definitely preferred the Audio Note over the DCC2 (IMS more musicaland open.) Jonathan Tinn, the distributor has suggested that the DCC2 preamp may not be broken in enough. He may be right.
EMM DCC2 V. EMM Transport
I wanted to know from individuals who own or have listened to the EMM DCC2 with and without the EMM's own new transport whether their glowing review of the DCC2 is largely based on the DCC2 or the combination with the new EMM transport.
I believe that the DAC has the important clock and jitter elements that play a large part in what makes people like the EMM so much.
On the other hand, the transport costs $6,800 and many audiophiles may already have a dependable cd player that could act as a transport. Is there that much of a difference between using the EMM transport for redbook playbook versus a solid cd player for your transport needs? I currently have a Cary 306-200 which is a reputable cd player. Would I not get most (90%+) of the EMM's upgrade by just getting the dcc2?
Oh by the way, I currently have the BAT VK51SE tube preamp. Would using the EMM DCC2 directly with my amplifier really be that much of an upgrade considering how highly rated and good sounding the BAT preamp is.
Michael
I believe that the DAC has the important clock and jitter elements that play a large part in what makes people like the EMM so much.
On the other hand, the transport costs $6,800 and many audiophiles may already have a dependable cd player that could act as a transport. Is there that much of a difference between using the EMM transport for redbook playbook versus a solid cd player for your transport needs? I currently have a Cary 306-200 which is a reputable cd player. Would I not get most (90%+) of the EMM's upgrade by just getting the dcc2?
Oh by the way, I currently have the BAT VK51SE tube preamp. Would using the EMM DCC2 directly with my amplifier really be that much of an upgrade considering how highly rated and good sounding the BAT preamp is.
Michael