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Esoteric D70 direct to amp?

I posted this on the amps/preamps section, but have gotten little feedback, so here's my second attempt to get more input from more experienced users.

I'm looking to replace my stereo preamp with a DAC with volume control. Amp is McIntosh MC275 (tubes). Source is a CD player, and likely a P70 in the future if I went for the D70. No need for SACD capability. Speakers are B&W 804s.

Has/is anybody using a D70 in this manner? How good would it be? Alternatives considered are McIntosh MDA1000, or upgraded pre + upgraded CD player. Would need to keep the budget for all under $8000.

Thoughts? Ideas?

Thanks!
lewinskih01

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leffen
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I have used the P/D70 combination this way into Pass XA100.
It was very detailed and dynamic sounding, but not the most "musical combination".
I think tube's like your MC275 will work better with the Esoteric combo.
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