The only thing that needs upgrading if you want to go all the way is the Dac and streamer…I would get the Playback Designs MPD-8 and their streamer too…
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Overall, I am happy with my system. Have a minor case of upgradeitis. Wondering where you would upgrade. Speakers KEF reference 3 non meta. Continuum 8 amplifier. T+A dac 8dsd dac/preamp. Innuos pulsar streamer. Wireworld interconnects and speaker wires not sure of model. Room is non treated 15x18. There is carpeting and window treatments.
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I know it's been said over and over but I'll pile on for room treatments if possible. Best bang for the buck IMO. Just putting panels at the first reflection points is pretty much a game changer. At least it was for me. Very cost effective DIY panels or just hang some thick blankets to try it out. Let us know. |
+1 @jsalerno277 It amazes me how much better my gear sounded after investing in noise management. The more I invest the more the gear keeps getting better! I have a CAD GC1 and GC3 and 3 Akiko Corelli's in addition to dedicated lines and a Shunyata Denali. I also have a PS Audio P10 that runs the digital stuff. And I have taken all SMPS's off my dedicated lines. I had SMPS's on the P10 and it absolutely shredded the sound quality from my DAC and Music Server. After that upgrade you cables. If you can't remember the names of your Wireworld cables it didn't hurt enough when you bought them. I think really good cable prices are ridiculous but at the same time performance follows price. The difference between $500, $1000 and $1500 cables is evident and discernable with noise management. I believe a lot of the benefits of upgrading gear is missed without addressing the above. |
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