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Almost equality

Through much trial and error, and with help from this forum, I’ve finally got a digital system that compares to my analog setup.  I never thought it possible, and I know there are those who say it’s impossible. And, of course, I’m comparing my unique systems to each other. YMMV.

My digital setup includes a Cambridge streamer  with Qobuz and Idagio, a Cyrus transport and a Benchmark DAC . This all feeds into a re-capped vintage Conrad Johnson preamp (PV 11) and a Benchmark amplifier. 
‘The analogue setup includes a heavily modified Rega RP3 turntable with two power units, and Clearaudio Virtuoso cartridge.

I’m really happy with the sound of both digital and analog for the first time, with analog having the slight edge.

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audioguy85
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Do you have the Cyrus Cdt? That is what I bought. Have not installed yet, still using my Marantz hdcd1 as transport. 

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mijostyn
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Good for you RV. I am a big Benchmark fan. I have their ADC 1.  It is a beautifully built unit and a great performer.

So many audiophiles are digiphobes and I do not understand why. I have many amazing digital files and you certainly can not argue with the space efficiency. 

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rvpiano OP
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elliottbnewcombjr,

it’s taken about three or four years.

audioguy85,

I do have the CDt. It’s an excellent transport, and a very good value.

It really benefitted from the addition of a $300 Audioquest power cord.

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rvpiano OP
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mijostyn,

Yes, my system just blossomed when I added Benchmark.

it’s amazing how good hi res files from Qobuz sound.

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yeti42
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Just don’t get tempted to upgrade the turntable, unless you feel it needs an edge to be worth the bother of using it and taking care if all those records.

 

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