music_prof
Responses from music_prof
| Configuration Questions I haven't compared my old DacMagic to the new DacMagic plus, so I can't comment on the difference (except the the Plus accommodates 24 bit USB as opposed to 16 bit). Nonetheless, even the old DacMagic gave new life to my system. | |
| Configuration Questions I've had mine for a couple of years now, so I don't know about current offerings. I absolutely love mine. I have an older CD player with a digital audio out, and the DacMagic has breathed new life into it. It goes without saying that using it with... | |
| Configuration Questions I'm sorry--I'm adding the Creek preamp solely for the remote control. The B1 is indeed an integrated amp. So the question, then, what is the best volume configuration. If the B1 is cranked full open, that would result in background noise to some d... | |
| What would you buy Sub $350 Firewire/USB DAC Did you allow the unit to have a good burn-in period before making a final judgment? After a couple of weeks, I have to say this unit sounds very good for the money. Admittedly, I have a laid back system (B&W speakers, Musical Fidelity amplifi... | |
| What would you buy Sub $350 Firewire/USB DAC Thank you very much for the information--it is very helpful. I am going to do a little research to see what is available in the budget range.The dacMagic is continuing to mellow over time. I wonder how long a typical burn in takes.... | |
| What would you buy Sub $350 Firewire/USB DAC Dear Tobias--Would you please elaborate for the ill-informed?Thank you!MP | |
| What would you buy Sub $350 Firewire/USB DAC Update:After an extended burn-in period, I'm very pleased. The sound stage and imaging continues to be wonderful beyond expectations for a product of this price. The control of the bass--both the punchiness and clarity of detail--still amazes me. ... | |
| What would you buy Sub $350 Firewire/USB DAC My wife couldn't bear to make me wait. I've received my unit in black and am breaking it in now. Details:Speakers: B&W DM 610sAmplifier: Musical Fidelity B1Sound files: .flacSoftware: JRiver Media Player / ASIO4AllUpon opening the box, I had t... | |
| Dac's? anyone tried the new Cambridge Dacmagic-B My wife couldn't bear to make me wait. I've received my unit in black and am breaking it in now. Details:Speakers: B&W DM 610sAmplifier: Musical Fidelity B1Sound files: .flacSoftware: JRiver Media Player / ASIO4AllUpon opening the box, I had t... | |
| Dac's? anyone tried the new Cambridge Dacmagic-B A package from Audio Adviser arrived yesterday. Birthday in T minus 6 days.... | |
| Dac's? anyone tried the new Cambridge Dacmagic-B I've decided on the dacMagic. My wife has ordered one for my birthday, so now it's waiting time... | |
| What would you buy Sub $350 Firewire/USB DAC I thought about buying the Valab DAC from the Pacific Valve Company as I heard so many good things about it. Ultimately, the rave reviews and the versatility of the dacMagic won me over. Were I to take the NOS route, I definitely would have purcha... | |
| What would you buy Sub $350 Firewire/USB DAC Thank you for your input Tobias.I can purchase the Canare cable for next to nothing ($14.50 US):http://www.bluejeanscable.com/store/shopbycable/L5CFB.htmGiven how modest my system is, I think that the dacMagic and and Canare should do what I need ... | |
| What would you buy Sub $350 Firewire/USB DAC I've finally decided....I'm going to go with the Cambridge Audio dacMagic. It has received favourable reviews, and I'll be able to use it with both my PC and with my HK CD player.Any recommendations for a budget RCA/RCA digital cable?Best,MP | |
| USB DAC or USB to SPDIF conv. + non USB DAC? I've been thinking about the Peter Daniel option as well. For all of my hand wringing, please see this thread:http://forum.audiogon.com/cgi-bin/fr.pl?ddgtl&1227466952&openmine&zzMusic_prof&4&5 |