Moon 390 Network Streamer

I owned Moon 390 and multiple Moon products. 
 

I view it as an excellent piece of equipment - I initially looked at it’s features as a streaming DAC. I replaced my McIntosh C 2600 with it and viewed it as an upgrade.

Lots of excellent equipment out there and I wouldn’t look past the 390 without listening to it. 

@singere 

I used two M400s to drive my 390. Two things to consider:

1. 330 is the stereo version, buy 1 and if you desire more power get s second and the bridging cables
2. If you are buying new and have a relationship with dealer inquire about purchasing refurbished 330 or M400 traded in with Moon’s trade up program. 

@singere M400s were awesome- I got an offer I couldn’t refuse to trade them in for 860A V2. 
 

I used to have a McIntosh amp and when I was auditioning -I thought 330 blew an M462. So I decided to go for M400s. 
 

I think 390 & M400s are an excellent combo with ability to add a turntable and the power and finish for virtually any speaker. 

The 860A V2 is a significant leap.

More dynamics and finesse simultaneously.  The increased ability to control of the speakers is noticeable.  The biggest surprise for me was the 860A v2 never gets hot, it keeps control of the speakers.  I've never got the amp warm even playing for hours on end listening 80-85 dbs.

I still think the 390/M400 is an excellent value.  The 860A (and the new North series) is a significant step up.

@singere There's a program called "Over the Moon' where you can purchase your first moon gear and get 100% on trade in 12 months or 75% in 24 months if you upgrade in the product line.

I'd strongly consider verifying it still exists and purchase the 330 then upgrade to the 791 in twelve months if you aren't satisfied.  There's a big difference between the two pieces - and the 330 is an excellent value.

@singere I owned the M400s -I loved them.  I'd recommend them in a heart beat.

Prior to the M400s I was using McIntosh MC-302 (300 watt/ch) and considering upgrading to the MC-462 (450 watt/ch).  I listened to the 330a and I preferred them to the MC-462 hands down and listening at similar volumes.

I decided to purchase two M400s versus 330A in order to provide improved control of my speakers because I like higher listening volumes than most (85+dbs).  The decision was easy because 2 M400s cost less than the MC-462.

I expect their sound to be virtually identical when the volume is 75 to 80 dbs - chassis is the same and the only real difference you'll see is number of inputs and outputs  At higher volumes ability to manage musical peaks and impedance variations would favor having the M400s.  (It is twice the power supplies, capacitors, etc.).

Considering the cost and future proofing your system, my decisions would be buy the M400s and 3 quality power cables for 390 and the M400s.  This will be less than the 761 and is an excellent system (I know because I've done it).   

There is a significant difference between the M400s and 860Av2. The space between notes is extremely apparent. 

I personally would step up the model line since the cost is still the same. I’d even consider see if there are 860Av2 available and their price.