Cambridge Audio 840c DAC

Hi,

I'm contemplating doing what you're doing--Sonos from a NAS streaming lossless into the dac input on an 840C. Could I ask what your thoughts are regarding the sound quality vs. the 840C playing CDs?
Thanks, and nice sys!

Kristian

I am currently using Apple lossless files with Sonos system with a direct digital coax into 840C. I have done many A/B comparisons and have only noticed difference between files with a lower rate 192khz. If you are happy with the 840c sound as a cd player you will be pleased at its ability as a stand alone DAC. With all the great reviews and versatility of this player its surprising more people are not taking advantage of this player as a dac. Have fun with the sonos its allowed me to listen too stuff that I hadnt dusted off in years.
Brad

I just hooked up the Wadia 170 Ipod dock to my 840C, and it sounds incredible. I am actually a bit shocked how good the Ipod sounds as a transport.

Don't know if you guys have already seen the articles, but I intentionally paired the Cambridge Azur 840C player with the Sonos Digital Music System for the express purposes which are being discussed here. The Cambrdidge review was published on Dagogo.com a short while back, and the Sonos review was just put up this month.

http://www.dagogo.com/CambridgeAzur840C.html

http://www.dagogo.com/SonosZonePlayer80.html

The Azur works will with a variety of sources. Cambridge's new DAC, though I have not heard, looks to be another good solution.

Thanks all; Douglas, do you prefer digital from the M24 as opposed to the 840C?

Best,

Kristian