One of the great things about Luminis the frequent updates and enhancements they provide, U1 with X1 PSU owner here. Even today, got a firmware update.
Customer support is second to none. You also rarely see X1s for sale versus other streamers.
Is it still worth buying a Lumin x1 in 2023?
Hello,
i currently have a Lumin D2 in my system, and i want to upgrade (I know ... typical audiophile problem :-) ).
My system is the following:
Speakers: Spendor sp100r2
Amp: Grandionote Shinai
Streamer: Lumin D2
Power isolation: Puritan PSM 156
Why do i want to upgrade?
I want "more of everything": more clarity, more details, more extension on both ends, better vocals, less digital sounding ... I like music, i don't want something too analytical. I want to be able to seat, enjoy and relax.
I've considering adding a DAC to my D2, but a local dealer told me that i should change my streamer and get a T3.
Initially i had this list of DAC in mind (5k price range):
- T+A DAC 200
- Gen. Grand DSDac 1.0 Deluxe
- Sould note D2
- Aqua La Scala
Then, looking around, i found a great deal on a demo Lumin X1 ... a bit more than my budget ... but i can stretch.
Now my question: I read a lot of very positive review on the X1, but i'm a little nervous because it is a 5y old device ... and it will be a big investment, quesiton:
- is it wise to go for a 5y old device
- How long will i be able to enjoy it before services stop working on it?
- Is it it better to get a new DAC and connect it to my D2 (and eventually upgrade to a more modern streamer later)?
- MOST IMPORTANT: Will i get a better sound with the x1 compared to the D2 + a modern DAC in the 5k price range?
What do you all think?
best
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Showing 2 responses by christianb5s4
@jwcinsd The good thing about Lumin is you're starting with excellent hardware, but they continually update firmware even on older devices. For example, an X1 is still excellent like many components.
I am curious having a U1 with X1 power supply to see what comes of the new version. But at that level, it's at best incremental improvement and more realistically, just slightly different. |