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Review: VALAB 8x TDA1543 NOS DAC DA converter
I own the early 2009 version and couldn't be any happier. Mine replaced a Paradisea +. 
Kreall amp and tube pre
Thanks. This is good to know. Last, which is the best sounding Krell amp on their entry level price the FPB 200 or a later encarnation ? 
Kreall amp and tube pre
What are you using with the 700c ? I'm going to be using an Eastern Electric Minimax. I'm wondering if this little gem is up to the job. 
M-Audio Rev.7.1 and Vista 64 bits
Good to hear that, thanks Huysmans. 
Transporter for Valab Dac
I'm using my modified Toshiba DVD 3960 and to me they sound wonderful together. The VALAB is an incredible value, I love mine. 
Valab NOS USB DAC - First impression
I'm using a Valab DAC myself. Right now it has less than 20 hours of playing time on it but i'm very impressed with it. I agree with the OP, The Valab seems very extended at the frequency extremes. I'm still trying to figure out whether the spot o... 
Need dynamic DAC
Pretty good list, i'm going to check their availability in the used market. Thanks a lot. 
Need dynamic DAC
Macdadtexas,Have you ever listened to the Paradisea + ? I used to own that one and was wondering about the differences with the Havana besides the metal case. 
Left channel sounds louder
Well, Just like I thought, the preamp seems to be the culprit. I switched the cables at the amp end and the sound also switched to the right channel ( louder ). I need to contact the distributor now to set have them look at it. I'll post the resul... 
Left channel sounds louder
I'm going to look for a couple of test CDs I know I have laying around to perform a tone test. I don't know why but something tells me is the preamp. I'll get back with some results tomorrow since tonight I have my daughter. Thanks for the advise. 
Any comments on the deHavilland UltraVerve preamp?
I owned the UV for several months. It is a great preamp for the money but I thought the presentation was in line with the speakers or slightly in front of the speakers. I like my music a little forward. Also, I was looking for more speed and bass ... 
DAC recommendation
That sounds interesting, i'm going to check it out, thanks. 
DAC recommendation
I wasn't planning on buying several two channel DACs. I was hoping of a DACs that can process multiple codecs. It appears that there's no such animal. I'll keep looking, thanks anyway. 
How do you know when an older amp needs service?
Very funny and true. 
The best amp for $2k tube, solid state or hybrid
PrimaLuna Dialogue 5.