Musical Fidelity X-10 Tube Buffer Stage


Could this actually:

"add the warmth and musicality you crave" for only $399.00?

Or is it just another quirky, overhyped piece of UK voodoo gear?

I have to admit this caught my eye on amusicdirect.com as I still try to tame the high end of my SCD-1, but a recommendation would sure make me feel a bit better before placing the order.

Has anyone tried it? Or any thoughts?
cwlondon

Showing 1 response by clio09

Decware makes an item like this as well. It's called the ZBOX. I just bought a phono stage from them on a 30 day trial and saw the ZBOX while surfing their pages. I used to own the X-10 and it worked well with my Quad 77 CDP. When I upgraded my digital components I found I did not need it anymore.

Some differences I noted in the ZBOX include the use of a 12AX7 tube mounted externally so you could tube toll with it. It also has an IEC so you can use an upgraded PC if you like. The X-10 uses a wall wart, something I wasn't crazy about. The MSRP on the ZBOX is a few hundrd more, but Decware is offering an intro price of $399, same as the X-10. 30 day trial applies as well. I'd give Steve Deckert a call (his number is listed on the site) if you need more information. Might be worth a test drive.