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The only thing i want to do to this component wise is to find a DAC. I can live with.

The best so far I have tried is an AUdio Note Dac 1.2.

Have used Assemblage 3.1 Platinum. Too Digital sounding.

Msb various combos' My Nak on its own is preferable,Adcom same as the MSB.

What should I try and listen to in the 1 ti 1.5K Range. Looking for a rich Analog sound.. Tube DAC prefered.

I want a multi disc player for convinience.

When I want true best fidelity posible I spin Viynl.

At some point dedicated lines will be added to this sysytem.
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    • Nakamichi MB-2
    musicbank
    • Well Tempered Labs Classic
    belt, 33, 45, with arm
    • Benz Micro Glider
    Medium out put .9 mv
    • Rogue Audio 66 Magnum
    larger power supply, blue LED
    • Rogue Audio M-120
    120w monoblocks, KT88
    • Coincident Speaker Tech Super Conquest
    pair, 10in woofer, 3way
    • Coincidet CST-I
    1 Meter Interconnect 2 pairs both on sources to Pre amp
    • Audioquest Quartz
    1.5 M Amp to Speakers
    • DIY Bob Crump Asslum Cord
    Made by me.
    • Kenwood KT-8300
    Mid 1970's Model
    • Encom AC line filters
    Plug into wall out let.

Comments 8

Owner
Buck I have had the Bel Canto Dac and it took less than a few hours to decide it was not a good fit. I have had the 120's for 2 years.
I will give a Jitter reducer a try.Thanks.

natalie

Hi, Natalie. I also have a Nak changer, the MB2s, not quite as well built as yours. I use a Monarchy DIP Mk II antijitter in front of the DAC ( A Dan Wright modified MSB Link III with monolithic power supply). Have you tried using the DIP or other anti jitter device? It did make the system more analog sounding, the Wright mods improved the weak bass. It certainly is cheaper than the other solutions.

Good luck.

upstateaudio

I recommend the Bel Canto DAC 1 or 2. Also, I've heard nothing but good things about the new Kora Hermes if you want something a little pricier. BTW, when did you pick up the Rogue M120's?

buckingham

Owner
thanks I have had both players,Sonically the CD 1 is the better of the 2. I think the 7008 is the better transport.

natalie

Kora Hermes DAC - works great with my Mcintosh 7008 CD changer - the 7008 has the music bank system. The Anthem CD 1 has the system but is no longer made. The new Mcintosh changer is 2500. A refurbished 7008 could be what you need. Holds 6+1.

ljgj

Owner
I need a multi Disc Player. One box players wont do. One two Channel system is enough.

natalie

If it's a tube DAC that you're after, consider a California Audio Labs Alpha. It's a discontinued item, so only available used (typically $400-$500, or a couple hundred more with the 24/96 upgrade). I've also heard Bel Canto's DAC, which is also very good (but no tubes).

Maybe instead of just a DAC you should consider a whole new player, such as the Shanling T100 or some of the offerings by Cary and Meridian. That way you could save your existing player for a second system.

Good luck!

Michael

sufentanil

Owner
Any suggestions for a better Multi Disc player are also welcome.

natalie

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