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My longtime friend of 65 years just turned 70. He currently has  a Classe Amp CAP-151, Magneplanar MG3.6/R, Bluesound Node X anniversary edition. He primarily streams from his phone with Bluetooth using Tidal. I was thinking of getting him a Chord Qutest as a 70th birthday present. I'd appreciate opinions on whether or not this will noticeably enhance his listening experience. He's not a tech savvy person and prefers keeping things simple. Thanks in advance for any meaningful suggestions.

beijinglarry
beijinglarry OP
10 posts
 

Thank you for this information.  I'll check it out. I'll definitely follow up with my friend to be sure he's using the network 

bassbuyer
511 posts
 

I think it’s a great idea that your friend will appreciate.  That DAC is an upgrade and he’ll think of you and your thoughtful gift when he uses it.  
You know I really don’t know you but I’ve always considered you a friend, I was thinking about a McIntosh amp for my birthday so…

devinplombier
850 posts
 

@beijinglarry 

Were I in your position, before a new DAC I would look into amplifier(s) better suited to the Maggies 3.6.

I'm a fan of Classé amps. I own a pair of Classé monoblocks which I love. But the CAP-151 was in a different product category, and it's doubtful it can deliver the kind of current big Maggies crave. I would expect a pair of big-iron monoblocks to deliver sound quality improvement far beyond anything in the digital chain.

beijinglarry OP
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Thank you. I understand your point. Unfortunately, I'm not in a position to get him a new amp.

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