System advice


Haven’t been in forums in years. Previous audiophile that got burned out from audio fever of chasing the grail of audio nirvana. Previous system was Merlin VSM MXE with Ars sonum filharmonia with cardas golden ref cables. Interested in getting a quality 2 channel system. Requirement are full range speakers, integrated amp which can be tube or SS, and high end streaming device. No hard media will be used. I want this to be simple with fewer components/cables. Dac in amp or streaming device. Will be used in dedicated room that shares my HT. Will buy preowned from here. Typically listen to classical, jazz, crooners, acoustic. Budget 12-15k. 

jhurst

I just finished auditioning a Linn DSM in my system. This was configured as a streamer and their mid-level DAC. It was priced at $12K. The sound quality was definitely worthy of the price tag. It can be configured as a complete system and include preamp and amp… as well as phono stage if you want.

I have spent a fair amount of time listening to various combinations. I have to say that Linn has done a great job of breaking out of their niche of tutrntable maker. Their top level DSM is very impressive. They have used their model of being able to upgrade by swapping internal components. So for instance there are three levels of DAC.

I would seriously look at this, especially one box solution and upgradability.

 

What sound characteristics are most important to you?  Tough to make meaningful recommendations without that info as the possibilities are endless.