System edited: Sold my Shanling CDT-100 and upgraded to a Cary 303/300

hack October 29, 2007 08:20

System edited: Added some pics of the system

hack October 28, 2006 14:56

System edited: Gallo Ref 3's replaced my ET LFT VIIIa speakers. My toes are tapping again.

hack September 28, 2005 06:14

Thanks Entrope,

I'll try to take some pics again, they don't seem to turn out too well. I have no problem at all with the bass on the ET's, they go low enough and there's no obvious integration issues with the ribbons. I feel no need to add a sub, but please bear in mind I'm no bass freak either. The ET speakers are way too good for their price tag. I am thinking about trying out the Gallo Ref 3 speaker, only problem is the many months delivery.

I like the Shanling, it sounds better with the WE tubes and the upsampling does make an audible difference. The HDCD sounds quite good, gets close to XRCD's. No, the T100 is no match for my analog rig but then again, no digital front end can compete. I think the Shanling offers great features and stunning looks for a modest price.

hack July 23, 2005 18:38

Looks good on paper-how about some pics? Seems to be a great mix of notable components.
I also have the TU-517 which I really like. Do you find any shortcomings in the ET VIIIa bass?
How do you like the Shanling CDP? Any faults?

entrope July 22, 2005 19:57

System edited: Upgraded from a Lehmann Black Cube to a Primare R20 phono preamp. For the $100 difference it sure was a helluva step up!

hack April 23, 2005 17:32