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Lampizator Golden Gate R2R vs Delta Sigma

I’m still looking for proper Lampizator DAC and saw an offer for Golden Gate R2R version. Can anyone tell what is the difference in sound between r2r and delta-sigma version?

Will I regret choosing r2r or vice versa?

Another question - I use usually a Mac to upsample music from streaming services to DSD, does it make sense with r2r version? Thanks for any comments :)

gabriel123

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gabriel123 OP
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Thank you again for all the informations and your great insight!

What's interesting, you can't buy new Lampizator with R2R. With previous models like Big7 and GG1 there was an option to choose between R2R and Delta-Sigma, now all are sold with an unknown DS chip, as it's preferred by the owner.   

gabriel123 OP
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Thanks so much for you reply! You only made me want to buy GG even more! :)

I don't know if I like R2R because I don't have it. I only wonder what is the difference between R2R and Delta-Sigma models and if an upgrade to engine-11 will make these models equal?

 

 

 

 

gabriel123 OP
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@hgeifman, thanks. Is the difference between r2r and delta huge or rather subtle in your opinion? How would you describe the difference? Is it really like: "R2R DACs are known for their natural, musical sound, preferred by audiophiles. Delta-Sigma DACs are precise but sometimes perceived as less organic"?

I will have a problem with checking how does it sound with my equipment. I'm looking for used-one DAC, there usually isn't an option to return. That's why I try to get as many info as I can before buying anything...

 

 

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