PrimaLuna amplifier testing complete. The same - no clear winner that I could discern when SPL meter used. Other two listeners said the same about the McIntosh test, but were NOT there for the PrimaLuna test.
We are all in mid to upper 50s, so hearing may be affecting results.
I may bring in a cheap Schiit and Schiit Gungnir to compare against my Rega DAC. That is as far as I will take this test, if I even go that far. I may or may not post those results if and when I do such test(s).
During the tests, I listened very closely hoping to hear differences. That is NOT how I normally listen to music.
I just want to relax.
Sure I like details, but am more concerned about overall 'musicality' of the music. I would prefer a non-harsh, non-fatiguing (aka: headache inducing) sound. I could not hear any noticeable differences that made any one of the 3 DACs stand out.
As always, YMMV...
We are all in mid to upper 50s, so hearing may be affecting results.
I may bring in a cheap Schiit and Schiit Gungnir to compare against my Rega DAC. That is as far as I will take this test, if I even go that far. I may or may not post those results if and when I do such test(s).
During the tests, I listened very closely hoping to hear differences. That is NOT how I normally listen to music.
I just want to relax.
Sure I like details, but am more concerned about overall 'musicality' of the music. I would prefer a non-harsh, non-fatiguing (aka: headache inducing) sound. I could not hear any noticeable differences that made any one of the 3 DACs stand out.
As always, YMMV...