Regarding the T+A DAC200.. I don't think the preamp is defeatable and I have no use of a preamp (the MasterSound Compact 845 is an integrated amp).
New DAC, what should I look for?
I currently have a PSA DirectStream Mk1 (modified with APS output transformers and external power supply). Nothing wrong with it at all, but it's the oldest components I have and I'm thinking I may want to try something different. Budget is ~5k used
The sound profile that I'm looking for is smooth and spacious. Yes, details are nice, but I can compromise somewhat on that to gain smoothness and spaciousness.
The rest of my system consists of PureAudioProject Trio15Classic driven by MasterSound Compact 845. Streamer is Holo Audio Red and Small Green Computer i7 is taking care of the Roon/HQPlayer duties. All cables are Silversmith
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@audiojan We are in agreement. The phrase bugs me because the phrase "I’m entitled to my opinion" is a fallacy; it is used to preempt or dismiss arguments against their position; the phrase is asserting they have a right to hold their own particular viewpoint. This is a truism. The only interesting issue is whether one has a right to think something based on evidence or justification. In other words, saying someone has a "right to their opinion" excuses them from the rational obligation of justifying their belief. It's perfectly reasonable to avoid debating with people, of course. It may be too conflictual and unpleasant. But just to be clear, there is no "right" they are actually asserting. Often when people claim a "right to their opinion" they are trying to hold a factually indefensible position or even suggest that everyone has an equal right to be heard on a topic when only one of the two parties has the relevant expertise to determine what is correct. |
@audiojan Actually it is. You can set the output to FIXED and use your amplifier to control the volume. Alternatively you can set the output to VARIABLE, if you want to use the preamp functionality. |
Like I said, "this guy says" jeez reading comprehension here is non existent.
@texasblues1959 Just like there's people saying you can't hear the difference between cables, or between amps for that matter... everyone's entitled to their opinion. |
@kofibaffour did not say I agree with that knucklehead.
@texasblues1959 that is the right mindset but apparently we have super human hearing every time we spend more |
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