McCormack DNA 0.5 vs. DNA 2.0 Deluxe


Requesting opinions & advice. Is this likely going to make a noticeable difference?

I am considering an upgrade from my DNA 0.5 to a DNA 2.0 Deluxe.

Setup: Kef 104.2, Manley Jumbo Shrimp pre, Cambridge 851N streamer/DAC

Music source: Spotify premium

Music Genre: Jazz, Blues, classic Rock

Room size 18x20

Thank you.

Ray

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Showing 1 response by ozzy62

I agree with @soix on this one.

 

But here's my take on the DNA 2. Years ago I had a pair of DNA 1 Deluxe monoblocks driving some magnepans. On a whim I bought a DNA 2 thinking it might be better. Compared to the monos, it was rolled off on the top end and soft on the bottom. I didn't care for it at all, and I have owned several McCormack amps in the past. That one was the least favorite.

There is also the consideration of age with these amps and the known issues that arise.