Resolution Audio - Cantata

Long time since I have posted here! I concur with the above comments. I upgraded from the Opus 21 / s30 system to the Cantata system and could not be happier. The amp has a bit more breathing room and openness than the s30, but still retains the musicality of the DNM-based design. I use them with DNM cables and Harbeth P3ESR speakers. A great little (and beautiful) system.

Thanks for your responses. They all are very favorable. Keep them coming.

I just received my Cantata and spent several hours listening to it break in. I was using the Opus 21 prior. The BIG difference between the two while playing CD's is the fact that it actually sounds more analogue that the 21. Keep in mind it will take a bit to break in and should only get better. It accepts a CD easily and looks awesome. It is nice to be able to dim or mute the lights at night also. Awesome unit and it will probably cut down the amount bof time I spend listening to vinyl

Just to "pile on" a bit, I agree with all of the above posters regarding the Cantata. Yes, at $6000 it is not inexpensive, but I have never heard digital sound so involving and musical with detail, deep bass, and enagaing PRAT. While my analog system is very good indeed, the Cantata makes it a very difficult decision as to what to listen to every day. A terrific product, great company, and great customer service!

Don't you all think the Cantata is very noisy when swallowing and spitting out the CD... lots of whizzing & clunking... This is the only aspect that turns me off and is holding me back buying one. Can't Resolution Audio use a more "elegant and refined" drive?

Otherwise, it is a very good sounding player!
Cheers