Learsfool,
It`s fine that you1re a professional musician I don`t think it gives you any more or less authority on the topic. I have several good friends who play music for a living and when listening to music together in various home systems with a digital source have expressed complete joy and emotional connection with the performances. These people have had exposure to good analog and enjoy that as well. These sources were the Well tempered table and a Linn LP12. I certainly agree with fast42 and niacin, a properly setup using high quaility digital sources can sound absolutely soulful,passionate,vital etc. We have at times listen to the same titles in both formats to compare, one is`nt consistently superior to the other. |
Raymonda,
I agree with your reply to Rockitman regarding cymbal reproduction with digital. It must be a matter of one`s system. I`ve own both a Linn LP12 TT and a Well Tempered Classic TT(better TT than the Linn). Neither of these TTs were superior to my current digital components at all. In terms of nuance, resolution of individual instruments and voice, really being able to distinguish subtle differences of inner detail. The Yamamoto DAC/PS Audio PWT is extraordinary at producing natural pure sound with uncanny realism. Digital sources , when done right can sound stunningly good. |
Rocketitman,
If cymbals sound better with analog in your system ,good for you and be happy. I and apparently others get wonderful music reproduction with our digital sources and are happy and content. You prefer analog that`s great, just stop trying to convince others about what they hear in their individual systems. It`s foolish, trust your ears and we will continue to trust ours.
Best Regards, |
Objex,
Excellent observation. Currently both mediums when implemented to a high standard can sound superb. Both also have the capacity to sound less than grand. I`ve come to the conclusion one is`nt instrinsically superior to the other. I recognize that for some defending analog has taken on a religious zeal. To each their own. |
SMPS, a great case can be made for them on paper and in theory,the problem for many is what you hear once the listening begins.Many who have compared both(Linear and SMPS) simply find linear power supplies(with good implementation) to sound superior.Those who find SMPS equal or perhaps better, well by all means buy them.People will rely on their ear/brain processing as they should.People will ultimately buy/keep what sounds better. The entire point of home audio is enjoyment of one`s music collection and long term satisfaction.
Regards, |
Grannyring is right, he recommended I try them in my Yamamoto YDA-01 DAC(the output capacitors). The sound went from already very good to genuinely superb! I 've no desire to replace it with anything else. I can't imagine any audio component not improving substantially with the addition of the Duelund CAST capacitor. |
Tbg,
One thing that's inevitable in high end audio is there's never unanimous consensus or universal agreement on anything. If someone found a better capacitor than thr Duelund CAST and for less money, more power to them.
All I can do is report my experiences and certainly for me the CAST is a terrific product. I'd recommend them without reservations. If others feel the same way concerning the Urushi that's good.
Charles, |
Tbg,
If we're happy all is well, I agree wholeheartedly. I listen to numerous analog fronted systems and really enjoy them. I don't hear the wide gap between those and first rate digital as you do, that's all. I certainly don't question your perception, I appreciate the subtle differences that exist. Night and day contrast ? No.
Charles, |
I don't listen to much large scale orchestral music so I have no opinion in that regard. For the acoustic jazz and big band I listen to and know well I find the formats very competitive and enjoyable with a 'good' set up. I've heard both formats sound poor also. |
Well said Mapman, honestly I just don't hear that "blows away digital" that some do with their turntable. I'm fortunate to have heard some wonderful analog and digital front ends in very well set up systems. Both can really sound fantastic but one doesn't outclass the other, at least this hasn't been the case for me. I enjoy both.
Charles, |
A very short list of DACs I've personally heard that possess "soul" and are natural sounding with much emotional involvement. Alphabetically,
1)Concert Fidelity.
2 ) Modwright -Oppo 105.
3) Triode Corp. CD player and DAC.
4) Yamamoto YDA DAC (both the tube and SS versions)
I know there are others like the Lampizator(much word of mouth support) for instance but I have no listening experience with them. |
I no longer except the premise that analog is inherently superior to digital as I once did. I've just heard one too many turn table setups that simply sound clinical, lifeless and artificially detailed. I've heard digital sources playing plain old redbook sound captivating and full of emotion and life. Both mediums can be musically involving and both can yield hifi sterility. Designer talent and implementation are the key for either format. I can live contently with either if done properly.
Charles, |
Tbg,
Coming from you that's quite a statement as I know how much you enjoy your BMC phono- analog set up. As I've said before, both mediums can be splendid and both can be uninspiring.
Charles, |
Tbg,
I understand your point and don`t for a moment doubt that in your current system the analog bests the digital. But on the other hand I`ve read numerous posts where someone states their digital front end (APL NWO 4.0M owners for just one example) now betters or at the very least equals "any" analog system they`ve ever used or have heard. It just goes on and on(as it always will) based on one`s latest experience with a given component. That`s why in absolute terms I can`t except the concept of "the best" in highend audio, there`re far too many varibles. |
Hi Tubegroover ,
I'll give analog a "subtle"(but noticeable) edge in the realm of relaxation and sense of organic flow and ease. This advantage only applies to the very top set ups, as some analog front ends don't possess this same ability. I've heard some select digital front ends (certainly not all) that are exceptionally natural, realistic and with much emotion conveyed (better than some turntable sources with etched, bright and edgy cartridges). Massed string sections I'll defer to your experience.
Charles, |
