Esoteric x series as transports


Hi all

Does anyone uses an Esoteric x series integral player as a transport ?
I own an x-05 and wonder if anyone found an outboard dac that improve overall presentation (although very good as an integral unit).

thanks to all repliers.
icorem

Showing 1 response by gregm

Lokie: The CEC / Forsell (as well as Teac/ Esoteric transports) + AN dac combo create superb sound. I strongly recommend you follow that route -- it sounds very good. As a reference I usually listen to a Vitus Signature cd player.

To accommodate those sacd's, look for a reasonably priced integrated (used Lindemann, Magnat, Sony, etc).

I mean, you're not going to spend an incremental $6k for the Esoterics just to accommodate 10 sacd's are you:)