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Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD

Hi All.

Putting together a reference level system.
My Source is predominantly standard 16/44 played from a MacMini using iTunes and Amarra. Some of my music is purchased from iTunes and the rest is ripped from standard CD's.
For my tastes in music, my high def catalogues are still limited; so Redbook 16/44 will be my primary source for quite some time.

I'm not spending DCS or MSB money. But $15-20k retail is not out of the question.

Upsampling vs non-upsampling?
USB input vs SPDIF?

All opinions welcome.

And I know I need to hear them, but getting these ultra $$$ DAC's into your house for an audition ain't easy.

Looking for musical, emotional, engaging, accurate , with great dimension. Not looking for analytical and sterile.
mattnshilp
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ctsooner
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Guys, sorry about that post. I have MS and often have some congnitive stuff when I post. Hard to explain it, but thanks for understanding.

I heard it on the Vandy 5's too and it was still HOLY CRAP. Heck it should be for the price. All of your DAC's should sound pretty awesome for the price point. Like anything else, there are some differences that each person likes or doesn't like. That's what makes this thread so much fun.

Matt, if you are going to head over there to check it out in the store, let me know and maybe we can coordinate it so I can come down too. that could be fun. Just love listening to good music.
kana813
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"I myself am desperate to hear the DHT based Lampi Big7. From what I am getting as feedback, this is the new DAC standard. The lucky 20 people who own one need to stop keeping this secret to themselves." - Wisnon

There's one for sale over on Audio Circle.
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ctsooner
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and US Audiomart. Is that yours Matt?
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Wisnon
Theres one for sale over on Computeraudiophille
joecasey
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07-19-14: Abruce
Wisnon
Theres one for sale over on Computeraudiophille
I've seen 3 for sale so far. That's what happens when you lose a shootout. All returning to a CD player ... computer audio is a bust! LOL!

I myself am desperate to hear the DHT based Lampi Big7. From what I am getting as feedback, this is the new DAC standard. The lucky 20 people who own one need to stop keeping this secret to themselves.

If desperate, buy a use one? "Lucky" if they don't take a bath selling them. There's also Agon listing for Big 5 and Big 6. Cycling through as if yesterday news. Next!
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