I've really enjoyed the Orchid but have not had a chance to compare it with others. I'm curious to hear if anyone has things to add.
Orchid vs. Istanbul — anyone compare these MHDT DACs?
Hi folks,
I'm comparing the MHDT Orchid with MHDT Istanbul.
Here are the differences I can see (as detailed on the LTA company's website):
CHIPS
Istanbul: chip PCM56P-K R-2R digital to analog output.
Orchid: chip: TDA1541A R-2R digital to analog output.
TUBES
Istanbul: tube buffered output, tube installed is A Tesla 6CC42 military tube.
Orchid: tube buffered output, tube installed is GE5670 3 mica tube.
OUTPUT
Istanbul: Output level: 2.6 Vrms
Orchid: Output level: 3 Vrms
Finally, FWIW:
Istanbul: barely any discussion of this product
Orchid: tons of discussion
They seem very similar, but I know with DACS the details of the chip make a big difference.
Anyone with experience with both or opinions about those distinctions?
I'm comparing the MHDT Orchid with MHDT Istanbul.
Here are the differences I can see (as detailed on the LTA company's website):
CHIPS
Istanbul: chip PCM56P-K R-2R digital to analog output.
Orchid: chip: TDA1541A R-2R digital to analog output.
TUBES
Istanbul: tube buffered output, tube installed is A Tesla 6CC42 military tube.
Orchid: tube buffered output, tube installed is GE5670 3 mica tube.
OUTPUT
Istanbul: Output level: 2.6 Vrms
Orchid: Output level: 3 Vrms
Finally, FWIW:
Istanbul: barely any discussion of this product
Orchid: tons of discussion
They seem very similar, but I know with DACS the details of the chip make a big difference.
Anyone with experience with both or opinions about those distinctions?