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How many switches do you have to flip the play a CD?

So it occurred to me the other day that I have to flip at least five switches to play a CD: one on each of my power amplifiers, one on my preamp, one on my digital to analog converter, one on the CD player (which I am only using as a transport) and another one on the DAC to make sure it's using the correct input.

And we wonder why high-end audio isn't a mainstream hobby? :-)

Anybody have to flip even more switches to play a CD?
rebbi
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timrhu
2,779 posts
 
Nonoise
My CDP is on all the time so it's one switch for the integrated, one for 'open tray', the insertion of the disc itself, 'close' and then 'play'.

Same sequence for me.
realremo
460 posts
 
preamp - 1, amp - 2, DAC - 3, CDP - 4, then 3 button-presses on the CDP itself - open, close, play.
It's even more of an effort to get my PC audio setup going. Have to get the laptop out and plug in 5 cables, then hit power button, then get the software up, select music, double-click to play.
Of course you must include the time required to access the fridge, grab a beer, find the opener, open the beer, and tuck the cap between my middle finger and thumb, then snap it across the room into the trash can.
plato
1,543 posts
 
I used to have to switch on a bunch of gear but then I got smart and bought a PS Audio P3 Power Plant. I programmed one outlet to be powered up at all times (for the preamp) and have the other 3 output banks set to power up my other components with a touch from the remote control. I also set different time delays for the amp and front end gear (and different for the ON/OFF sequences). How 'bout that!
palasr
525 posts
 
None. I do not play CDs at home.
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