I have owned a Denon 2900 and considered to mod but I do not know how it sounds after that. Does any audiophiles and/or music lovers have any suggestion who is the best to do the mods and how many level of modifying?
Given the high resolution of the Exemplar/Denon, you will have to work at isolating it, finding the best powercord, and the best interconnects. It is a pain in the ass, but what rewards.
I agree about the Exemplar/Denon. I compared it to my Philips SACD moded player- not even close! The detail and naturalness of the sound is amazing. Typically these are contrary to each other.
Has anyone had any experience with isolation devices. My best luck has come from using Nordost Titanium Pulse Points. Really tightened and extended the bass, added a bit more transparency.
Anyone try the Neuance paltform with the Exemplar? I've heard good things.
Has anyone tried Dan Wright's (ModWright's) modifications to the 2900? I had originally looked to have him mod a Sony DVP-NS999ES for me (based upon all the glowing reviews of ModWright Sony's), but after talking with him, Dan believes that after similar modifications, the 2900 exceeds the 999ES, so that is the route that I intend on taking. I would be looking at the Signature Truth tube mod, with the MCH option.
Yes, I use the Neuance with the Exemplar/Denon. With one exception, I have found feet between the unit and the Neuance shelf hurt the sound. I recently tried a special isolation device from K-Works in NYC. It too hurt the sound under the Denon but did wonders under my H-Cat which is on a Neuance shelf.
Unless you have reached 200 plus hours on the Exemplar, it is not yet at its best.
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