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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
 
Hi all. Sorry for the forever no post.

Work has been insane and the family. Everything has been pretty stable system wise, and I haven’t had much of a chance to hear anything new other then Merrill Audio’s new 116 and 118 monoblock amplifiers; which are just sensational!

I am, weather permitting, planning on comparing the Naim Uniti Atom all in one to the Linn Majik DSM tomorrow. $3k retail and supposed to be VERY good for the money. Looking forward to that. I’ll report back after.

I also have a pair of LauferTeknic Porzilli Line Array Speakers heading my way. They are essentially the newest version of the now revered Pipedreams and Scaena speakers. Very cool design using all 1” drivers, like 40’ish per side. 2”x2”x72” aluminum towers. Yes, only 2”x2” enclosure dimensions!!!

The big news is that I am being courted by several on line Audiophile web review e’zines (no names announced yet) and may become a professional reviewer if it works out. My YouTube channel is up to a whopping 98 subscribers, which makes me sad because I think there is some truly sensational info there for audiophiles of every experience level.

I’ll absolutely report on the Naim vs Linn all in ones after I hear them.

Good to be back here.
mattnshilp OP
917 posts
 
I’m sorry but the Naim/Linn comparison never happened. Snowed in that day. 

I have solidified relationships with several print and on line audio review publications. 
I am elated to announce I will be working with Twittering Machines!

https://twitteringmachines.com/news-welcome-matt-clott-to-the-tm-review-team/

I am equally elated to announce I am also going to be a “freelance contributor” for The Absolute Sound!

Finally, I am equally equally elated to say that I am in the final stages of solidifying a relationship with Enjoy-The-Music!

So you will see me way less here and more at those fine on-line and print publications.  

And for those who want to check out my Youtube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUubHSlBDkCZ0MlaVNNbUdQ/videos?view=0&shelf_id=0&sort=dd

Thanks to all!!!! 
aolmrd1241
1,042 posts
 
Matt...you finally drank the kool-aid...8)
Congrats!
mattnshilp OP
917 posts
 
I am an admitted newb on the professional end. My hope is that I will be able to continue posting reviews with the same honesty, integrity and accuracy I have posted here all these years.

And thank you!!
neoshah
33 posts
 
All the best matt. Looking forward to your reviews the new role. 
Cheers 
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