Posts by OneMalt

I honestly don't do a lot of HP listening these days (don't hurt me!) but I've used Senn HD-600, HD-650 and Grado RS-1 with the headphone out on my MCD-500 with very satisfying results. At least comparable to using an RA-1.

Quote: Originally Posted by sterling1  Just for grins and giggles, I recently purchased The Rolling Stones "Let It Bleed" on vinyl. This is an album produced from DSD remastered material....

  Quote: Originally Posted by Black Stuart  I can't believe anyone would rec. the Rega 3. Yes it's simple but the ball bearing used has to be of the lowest quality. Take it out and roll it - it will move...

  Quote: Originally Posted by heavy_-j   the only reason your records sounded that way back then was because they were dirty, scratched or full of static....and yes, they would do the same...

Quote: Originally Posted by vcoheda MCD500 or 306 SACD? thinking about making this swap. should i . . . I've never heard the 306 but I couldn't recomend the MCD500 any more highly (YMMV). It does have the...

What about bass response in near-field listening? It would seem that the long waves wouldn't have the time or distance to form properly.

Try posting this at AudioKarma.org. There are a lot of vintage equipment "specialists" there that might be able to help you out.

Quote: Originally Posted by Bones13 Looks like something to aspire too, especially if SACD remains viable, something I am doubting. SACDs are great on this machine but it really shines on Redbook playback. Just...

Quote: Originally Posted by freakydrew will the Zero DAC suffice? I think not. While I'm not familiar with this specific device, in general a DAC converts a digital signal to analog for playback. Your TT...

I'd rate it fair for a built-in on a CDP. Not quite the equal of my Grado RA-1. I've done some fairly extensive listening with Grado RS-1 and Senn HD-650.