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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
nitewulf
422 posts
 
Matt what tracks do you use to test all the gears?
mattnshilp OP
917 posts
 
Brittany Spears - Oops I did it again
Flock of Seagulls - SpaceAge Love Song
The Wiggles - Hot Potato
Abbot & Costello - Whose on First
Clint Eastwood plays the Clasics - Chopsticks 


😂😂😂

Sorry. I couldn’t help myself. 

I’ll post the real lost tomorrow. I’m too tired to think anything but silly now. 😜
mattnshilp OP
917 posts
 
Quite a few new videos up on my YouTube channel for those that are watching....

https://youtu.be/KU6FcOSJjTA
ctsooner
2,480 posts
 
Video's only on Brittany right?
mattnshilp OP
917 posts
 
I finally installed my Environmental Protection EP-2500 surge suppressor and EP-2750 ground filters. I’ve had them since I built the room just sitting in boxes,  and finally motivated myself to pull the circuit panel and re-wire it. They are hard wired into the circuit breaker box. Gonna give it all a day or two to settle and then listen. I’m hoping for an even lower noise floor and more depth of soundstage.. 👍🏻
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