How's the analog volume control on the Opus 21?

Thank you guys for your informative responses. I think I'm sold. Tom, your test using your neighbor's preamp was especially helpful, and eases my hesitiation to buy a product that I am unable to demo. Yes, I'm aware Resolution Audio's use and return offer for 5%. I'm currently using a Cary 306/200 and a Rotel preamp. I'm eager to get the Opus 21 into my system based on all the positive posts. Fred

Hey Fred,

I too am interested in the Opus 21. I currently run my Cary CD-308 direct to amps and would do the same with the RA.

Question: What is the ETA for new Opus 21. RA website states "Out of stock" call to order. Have you talked to the RA folks. Are they out of stock while converting to the new transport?

Just curious. I'll call them when I'm ready to jump!!

Enjoy,

TIC

I am getting an Opus 21 that should be arriving next week. I hope to post a review!!

For the ETA, I was told all the shipments will be coming in the end of April, so you should be able to get one shortly thereafter.

TIC-

I emailed Resolution Audio a week ago. They indicated that once I order, it'll take 1 month for me to receive the machine. Fred

One more weighing in on the direct route to the amp. I have had my Opus 21 for many months and extensively compared it to several other CD players (some with volume controls). I had paired a Krell KRC 3 preamp with my Krell FPB amp. After listening with and without the preamp in the system I ended up selling the preamp and have no regrets. PS: For midfi home theater integration, I use an analogue to digital converter between my Yamaha surround receiver and the digital input to the Opus 21. Thus, my two channel system converts to run my front R & L speakers in Home theater duty.