McCormack DNA2 Deluxe vs Sim Aud Moon W5

Hi Kr4; The DNA-2DX is considerably more dynamic and transparent than the DNA-1DX mentioned above, yet it still plays with great "finesse" at low listening levels. It will drive any load and has great, but not exaggerated bass. I have not heard the Sim, but I feel that the McCormack DNA-2DX is one of the most under rated amps in high end audio-- probably because it was never reviewed by a major high end mag. I have two 2DXs, and used a 1DX for about 3 years. I see there is a 2DX in the classifieds for $2600.-- good price. Happy Hunting. Craig

Sorry, meant to say Hi Valdee, but Hi to Kr4 anyway:>)

Go audioreview.com and look up the reviews on this amp. I agree with them and I have heard the DNA-2 Deluxe Limited Edition and I feel it is an extraordinary amp. Those amps are upgradable to higher levels by the original designer too.

Hi Valdee, I also own a McCormack DNA-2 and highly recommend it. The bass is great, midrange is smooth and detailed. I spoke to someone that heard a friends Revision A full upgrade DNA-2 from SMC (Steve McCormacks company) and he said it was unbelievable the performance Steve gets from his upgrade. Good Luck & if you don't like it it will sell very quick at Audiogon. Happy listening. Don

I have no doubt that the DNA2 is a great amp although I have not heard it. However, have any of you DNA2 fans actually compared it, side by side, with a SimAudio Moon S-5?