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Spectral SDR 2000SL about
I wish the moderators would change the strange heading they put on this thread to: Oppo 105D and Alpha Dac 1. 
Spectral SDR 2000SL about
My point: does the Alpha DAC, using the eminently practical Oppo 105D as a transport, provide a significant upgrade to the sound of the 105D? Is it worthwhile? Would that combination improve the sound of online radios and other downloads? Thanks. 
oppo 105d mod or look for a new cd player ?
Have you considered buying a used Alpha Dac 1 for under $2000? 
Spectral DMA 400 initial impressions
Very interesting about the inability to hear the reverse phase error. It amazes me that many avid music lovers live without a phase reverse switch. I wouldn't. I'm 65 and I know my hearing is not like when I was in my teens--and I have serious tin... 
WILL THE NEW 60,000 AVALON ISIS BE THE BEST YET?
Perhaps : ) 
oppo 105d straightup
How about buying a Berkeley Alpha Dac for Cd? They're getting cheap. 
Beautiful Classical Smaller Pieces, duo,trio,etc
Frogman, I'm presently enjoying the exquisite tension in the opening movement of Mendelssohns' Octet Op. 20 played by Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields with Neville Marriner,Hugh Maquire,Ilona Brown recorded in 1968 ! (I'm playing the Decca 96kh... 
Beautiful Classical Smaller Pieces, duo,trio,etc
Frogman I so appreciate your contributions from a players perspective. I like learning from your different level of concentration,sensitivity and appreciation. Peter 
Beautiful Classical Smaller Pieces, duo,trio,etc
Larryi, just read your 6-11 post. Not only do I agree about Schuberts D. 956; I feel just the opening bars are worth the price of admission. As I write I am listening to the effort by the State Borodin Quintet and am too entranced to write more. I... 
Beautiful Classical Smaller Pieces, duo,trio,etc
Isochronism, thank you. I feel many artists most intimate,personality revealing works are in these delights. Who'd have guessed about Beethoven quiet genius, humor and playfulness from his "grand" efforts. 
Beautiful Classical Smaller Pieces, duo,trio,etc
Larryi, we are so lucky for Brilliant. They provided some wonderful values in big sets. I have a number and would buy more. I was astounded by their value to provide significant overviews of composers at truly nominal cost. 
Beautiful Classical Smaller Pieces, duo,trio,etc
Schubert, nice to hear of Villa-Lobos. I met a high-rise window washer,Cullen, at a record swap who introduced me to him and others. Cullen has passed; my joy remains. I think Villa-Lobos will live on. 
Is DEQX a game changer?
P.S. Al. Dad was a civil engineer--great guy, unbelievable memory. Gave me a wonderful start and although passed in the early 90's is with me near daily. My luck. 
Is DEQX a game changer?
Thanks Al. I enjoy and appreciate your posts :) In 20's I took a degree in accounting. No math; just use of an adding machine. I enjoyed Philosophy and logic and appreciate yours. KUTGW. Cheers :) Pete 
Is DEQX a game changer?
Almarg. Quick question. Do you have a maths or philosophy background?