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Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD

Hi All.

Putting together a reference level system.
My Source is predominantly standard 16/44 played from a MacMini using iTunes and Amarra. Some of my music is purchased from iTunes and the rest is ripped from standard CD's.
For my tastes in music, my high def catalogues are still limited; so Redbook 16/44 will be my primary source for quite some time.

I'm not spending DCS or MSB money. But $15-20k retail is not out of the question.

Upsampling vs non-upsampling?
USB input vs SPDIF?

All opinions welcome.

And I know I need to hear them, but getting these ultra $$$ DAC's into your house for an audition ain't easy.

Looking for musical, emotional, engaging, accurate , with great dimension. Not looking for analytical and sterile.
mattnshilp
mattnshilp OP
917 posts
 
Actually, I'd settle for a pint of Guinness.....

:)
agear
1,362 posts
 
The Everest speakers are huge. Yeow.

Matt, Isis set up?
mattnshilp OP
917 posts
 
1 speaker is downstairs, the other is still in the garage. My 14 year old helped me get one down but he had to leave for a school function. I'm hoping he can help me get the other down tonight. I should have everything set up by Saturday. Fingers crossed.
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abedirov
63 posts
 
Matt, try to get MSB with the new Quad DSD USB input module. I have read the new module is better with all music, not just DSD.
vyokyong
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JBL DD6700 specification.

Description Dual 15″ (380mm), three-way, floorstanding speaker designed for a superlative listening experience
Frequency Response 29Hz – 60kHz (half space); 45Hz – 60kHz (anechoic)
Recommended Amplifier Power 500 watts
Sensitivity (2.83V @ 1m) 96dB
Nominal Impedance 8 ohms; 5.0 ohms @ 80Hz; 3.0 ohms @ 40kHz
Crossover Frequencies (Hz) 150Hz (LF1 6dB/octave) 850Hz (LF2 24dB/octave) 20kHz (UHF 24dB/octave)
Ultrahigh-frequency Drive Components 1″ (25mm) pure-beryllium compression driver
High-frequency Drive Components 4″ (100mm) pure-beryllium compression driver
Low-frequency Drive Components Dual 15″ (380mm) three-layer, pure-pulp sandwich/foam core cone woofer
Height 43.7” (110.9 cm)
Width 38” (96.5 cm)
Depth 18.5” (47 cm)
Weight Weight: 313 lb (142.1 kg) / Shipping Weight: 383 lb (173.9 kg)
Finishes Rosewood or Maple

The lowest bottom frequency is 45Hz (anechoic). It is like bookshelf bottom end!
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