Assemblage 3.1 or MSB platinum

Thanks guys. Guess I'm going to order myself a 3.1 platinum. Did you feel the d2d-1 was a substantial upgrade? My understanding is that it doesn't actually re-dither to a 24 bit word length, because it doesn't have dsp.

I guess I should've asked if either of you have had the chance to hear the d2d-1. If not, what are your thoughts?

I think that so far, the D2D-1 is a good value. It does not do all the software stuff that the P-1A aspires to, but I hear a noticable improvement with it. It's a dependable and predictable upgrade and very well constructed. However,it does not support RCA digital I/O without a BNC adapter - I am not sure how badly the adapter degrades the signal. Be sure to get the I2Se interface if pairing with a 3 series DAC. While TPC has a standard $100 off special when purchased with their DAC, they also have a moving sale going on this weekend, and they've been known to cut some generous deals on packages.

The Saturday sale Sat March 17 is a good time to buy gear.I live five minutes from the factory and will be there to see what goodies are up for grabs.Call and ask for Frank he will cut you a good deal.

Tried the 3.1 for about 100 hours. Through my B&W802's(North Creek Mod), the 3.1 was noticably too bright-compared to my EAD. Am using an Assemblage D2D upsampler in the chain and never tried the 3.1 without the D2D(why would I want to?) The 3.1 never achieved the soothness of the EAD. Sent it back for full refund. Parts Connection very good and professional company to deal with.