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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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lewinskih01 OP
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Leffen,

Thanks for your input. Too bad my question isn't compelling enough for others to provide some input too.

Point taken, though. From reading some posts it seems like what you describe is true for Esoteric combos in general (without a preamp), not just the P/D70.

Thanks much
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