Audio Aero Prima vs. Resolution Audio Opus 21

I will buck up for a fine pair of IC's, Warren. Because when I did for the PC, the difference was astounding. I put in the Mini Khan Plus yesterday. My wife then came home and said as she was walking up the stairs, "What did you do to the stereo? It sounds awesome!" So I'm curious to find out about what a special IC would do for me as well.

Thanks, Drew, for the comments. I'm curious to hear the RA, as I know that it is a wonderful player. My preferences tend to lean more towards the signature of the Prima/Capitole, with their inherent lush and laid back sound. I actually got a little concerned about heading in the direction of the Opus 21 only because I know that you've found a step up in the Audio Note products, and they just don't do anything for me. OK, start throwing the rocks everyone! I've actually spent a lot of time with the DAC 4, and although I would give it a 5/5 star rating for doing everything 'right', it just doesn't take me in like other players do.

So I'll play around some more with what I have, and spray myself for upgrade fleas. Because I got a baaaaaaaaad itch!

Thanks again.

Howard/Howie/Word/Bubba

Swamp...take my comments knowing that I am an RA dealer and have an obvious bias. But I'm with Fatcataudio...I strongly prefer the Opus 21 to the EMC-1UP. To my ears, the Opus 21 has a much more natural and balanced sound, whereas the EMC-1UP has a bit of a heavier (thumpier?) sound with less smoothness as you move from deep bass to the midrange.

Warren,

Just when you think you've found greatness...and then...POW!

The Audio Magic digital mini really opens up the spaciousness of the music. The tones are more resolved, and the instrument separation is more distinct, as well as sounding more confident. Is one socket for digital (marked with the diamond?) and the other for the amp?

Thank you,
Howard

No! Keep your amp, unless it is digital, outta there. Don't want your analog and digital to get aquainted that way. Keep your eyes open, and when you spot a AM Stealth Mini? Grab it. Your analog will be beholding. How did you break in your AM? How many hours did you put on it? I thought you just purchased it. Maybe broken in already? Used? Inquiring minds want to know. peace, warren

I bought the AM used, from another A'gon member. What is the second outlet for? Why do they put the little diamond symbol on one of the outlets? Doesn't this sound like a conversation on Star Trek?
Thanks, Warren.

Howard