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| Classe's New CP-800 Pre-amp/DAC. Impressions? I agree that funtionality is paramount with this unit and going forward its connectivity, and applications are many. As I mentioned previously, I only compared it's sound with the previous units that I have owned and know well. There are many prod... | |
| Classe's New CP-800 Pre-amp/DAC. Impressions? No, only the Wyred 4 Sound dac. A friend of mine that owns the Wyred for Sound dacII and he feels that the CP800 dac is a rival and does sound a little more natural, not as hard sounding. As far as the other DACs you mentioned I haven't had any ex... | |
| Classe's New CP-800 Pre-amp/DAC. Impressions? Yes, they don't hide it, its marked all over the box and I belive its a good thing. With the reputation for quality that Classe is known for, there isn't anything to be concerned about. My unit is perfect! I would be more concerned if it was made ... | |
| Classe's New CP-800 Pre-amp/DAC. Impressions? I had a PS Audio PWD and this is a full fledged preamp. The overall sound is quite dramatically different and I use only digital sources. I do not for a second miss the PS PWD, this is a far superior sounding unit and it should be. As a preamp its... | |
| Classe's New CP-800 Pre-amp/DAC. Impressions? I see this thread has slacked off since April. My 800 arrived a week ago and its is becoming a real game changer. I must suggest that you audition this unit in your home. Make sure it has at least 100 hours on it (makes a huge difference). IT is q... | |
| Survey-What is your most used source? Actually, the best $230 I have spent has been for an Apple TV. When not listening seriously, there is nothing better then listening to you entire libray in the shuffle mode. While it may not be the untimate sound quality, it is fairly good if your... | |
| Preamp suggestions Audition an Audio Research LS-17. Although these are rare, used you may find one if you can extend your budget just a little. It is a different world and provides a great glimpse into the stratesphere costs of their Reference Series. If you are lo... | |
| Next step after B&W 802D I have a pair of Eggleston Nines that I throughly enjoy and have had for a few months. I am familiar with the 802 as well and there is no comparison. The Egglestons are much more extended and their sound is truely holographic when used with the ri... | |
| Bluenote Reliability I have had a Koala for a about a year now and I must say that it has perfromed flawlessly. I am not a big fan of the .50 cent remote that it came with, a player of this cost should have come with a decent remote. One thing I must say is that it so... | |
| Opinions on Audio Research LS17 & LS26 It doesn't depart any signature of its own. I am not saying that the Calypso is less of a product but this is (LS17) truly wire with gain. I always advocate that you must try everything with your own system before passing your thoughts along. Yes ... | |
| Opinions on Audio Research LS17 & LS26 I just broke in my Audio Research LS17 and it is amazingly good. I have had many so called reference preamps in my system but this unit is truely light years ahead of any preamp I have heard. These incude BAT, Cary, Audible and Mcintosh, Calypso (... | |
| What tube amp for starting out? Depending on your budget I would recommend a McIntosh MC275IV as your #1 value Excellent sound, built like a tank and great resale value over the years, they can be bought used at good prices. Cary V12, there are plenty around used. Conrad Johnson... | |
| Mcintosh C220 pre My C220 is has just about 50 hours on it and it keeps getting better. I am most amazed at the sound stage and the total disapperance of my speakers in the room. Even off access imaging remains to a large degree. I don't know what fairy dust they p... | |
| McIntosh C220 tube pre-amp Thoughts or advise vs.? I recently purchased a C220, replacing a Cary SLP98. I like the ease of use and the whistles and bells quite frankly. No minimalist approach here. But the sound is amazing, it reminds of the days in my youth when I became fascinated by the sound o... | |
| Make fun of me...I destroyed my amplifier. ID10T. Bro, Not to worry. We have all done at least this or worst and I feel for you. My suggestion is to try and buy another unit that is working and when it goes down you may have spare parts or contact the good folks over at Pioneer in Longbeach and a... |