This lack of a basic feature, is also present in high-end SACD players. A fundamental feature of SACD is multi-channel. Even Esoteric has done this. Could it be most audiophiles are intimidated by the multi-channel setup? And if you don't care, then set the player for 2 CH and be happy. To think you pay lots more for a high-end player but get lots less is absurd. I guess I'll be sticking with my Oppo 105D for a long time.
No Tape/Processor Loop????
While tape recorders are of little interest for most users these days, the need for a Processor loop is still with us. If you want to take advantage of an Equalizer, DSP room correction, Phono noise reduction, and of course, a tape recorder, you'll still need a classic tape monitor function. I was using a DEQx processor, and today I use a Sweet Vinyl SC-1 Mini.
There are many high-end preamps which have dropped this essential function: Nagra HD; Luxman C900, C1000; VAC Signature SE (some replaced the Monitor with a logo dimmer!!!) and on and on. The lack of a monitor immediately removes their unit for consideration.
Placing the SC-1 mini in line with the low level phono is compromised on two levels: very low signal, and multiple extra connections when not in use.
Placing a processor between the pre and power amps is unacceptable because the signal out of the preamp may be very low, inhibiting the full range digitial signal processing capability or low-noise performance of the processor.
There are many high-end preamps which have dropped this essential function: Nagra HD; Luxman C900, C1000; VAC Signature SE (some replaced the Monitor with a logo dimmer!!!) and on and on. The lack of a monitor immediately removes their unit for consideration.
Placing the SC-1 mini in line with the low level phono is compromised on two levels: very low signal, and multiple extra connections when not in use.
Placing a processor between the pre and power amps is unacceptable because the signal out of the preamp may be very low, inhibiting the full range digitial signal processing capability or low-noise performance of the processor.
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