I can certainly echo Phd on this from my own experience. Having had a DNA-1 originally, then replacing it, successively, with two different competing amps, before going back to a DNA-1 Deluxe (rest of system was static throughout). To my ears, the Deluxe was clearly an improvement and has clearly reflected any subsequent change to my system. Best of all, it has always made beautiful music. I recently took the fuses out (had it a number of years), cleaned the corrosion off of them and the fuse holder contact points and had an instant and really dramatic "amplifier upgrade" (-:. Good Luck With Your Choice!
McCormack DNA-1 or DNA-1 deluxe?
I am looking for a new amp and see several forums which speak highly of McCormack DNA-1 amps. In the used market the average price for a DNA-1 appears to be in the $600-$650 range. The deluxe is going for around $750-$800. Question? Is there enough difference in the sound quality to justify the extra $150-$200 for the Deluxe version?
If I went with a standard DNA-1 now what are my options to upgrade later? Does McCormack offer an upgrade package? How much?
If I went with a standard DNA-1 now what are my options to upgrade later? Does McCormack offer an upgrade package? How much?