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How many switches do you have to flip the play a CD?

So it occurred to me the other day that I have to flip at least five switches to play a CD: one on each of my power amplifiers, one on my preamp, one on my digital to analog converter, one on the CD player (which I am only using as a transport) and another one on the DAC to make sure it's using the correct input.

And we wonder why high-end audio isn't a mainstream hobby? :-)

Anybody have to flip even more switches to play a CD?
rebbi
plato
1,543 posts
 
I used to have to switch on a bunch of gear but then I got smart and bought a PS Audio P3 Power Plant. I programmed one outlet to be powered up at all times (for the preamp) and have the other 3 output banks set to power up my other components with a touch from the remote control. I also set different time delays for the amp and front end gear (and different for the ON/OFF sequences). How 'bout that!
palasr
526 posts
 
None. I do not play CDs at home.
zoot45
78 posts
 
It takes me about 25 steps to make a great paella... so 5 steps is nothing for great music. Learn to play a tenor sax !
kenyonbm
141 posts
 
Just two.

Open tray also brings the CD player and the linked amp out of standby..

Add the CD, hit play and I'm done, if I don't need to adjust the volume or pick a track.

Ken
rebbi OP
1,326 posts
 
RCPrince:

As far as I can tell thus far, you win the prize.

Congratulations! :-)
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