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top loading cd players
In 2024 we also have the Shanling ET3 (transport only), Shanling EC3 (cd player) and SMSL PL200 (cd player).  
Anybody else get a NAD M66 yet?
The HTRM2 remote that came with my M33 is too big and has too many buttons that do nothing with the M33. So, I bought the SRM1 remote that comes with the M66. It's smaller, more elegant and most importantly doesn't have unnecessary/useless buttons... 
Passive attenuator impedance question
I just received IRC 0.1% 1/4 Watt resistors. Went with double the resistence: 2K and 9K. Will try to put together the attenuator over the weekend and report my findings. 
Passive attenuator impedance question
Wow thats a lot of responses! Thank you!Just to clarify, I do not wish to use a variable (stepped) attenuator. Currently I am using between 20dB to 35dB of digital attenuation in the DAC. All I want is to introduce fixed passive attenuation of 20d... 
D-Sonic, Wyred4Sound or NewClear Monoblocks?
I got the same advice from the folks at W4S. Unless you need the power of the SX-1000's the mAMPs are a better choice due to overall refinements in sound quality. The mAMPs are based on a newer ICE module.On a slight tangential note: If you have a... 
Wyred4Sound Dac-2 vs Preamp and separate DAC
My experience has been very similar to Agb100's. I compared the W4S DAC-2 direct to a pair of W4S mAMPs vs. with a W4S STP-SE preamp in between. I strongly prefer the direct mode - it sounds cleaner, more transparent and punchier. The STP-SE is an... 
W4S SX-500 vs. new mAmp?
Smholl, I think you posted the same question in audioasylum, so I'll repeat my response here:I auditioned my friend's SX-500s in my system. I loved them so much I got ready to order them. I was recommended the the mAMPs instead. The mAMPs are supp... 
Wyred 4 Sound STP SE and ST-1000
I tried my friend's W4S STP-SE Preamp and SX-500 mono blocks combo in my system and was amazed (they replaced a Cullen Stage IV PS Audio Trio C-100). The STP-SE is a very transparent preamp with a hint of tube like color. Their W4S amps are amazin...