[WiR3D]

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The new jewel in my collection
 

 

is that a logitech sqeezebox acting as a source for the SX-1250? uke: need a real DAC up in there

 

[calipilot227]

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is that a logitech sqeezebox acting as a source for the SX-1250? uke: need a real DAC up in there

 
If it's anything like my vintage rig, the turntable is likely the primary source 

 

[WiR3D]

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If it's anything like my vintage rig, the turntable is likely the primary source 

I don't doubt that, but still.... shudder

 

[Elysian]

I'm looking to pick up either a McIntosh 4100 or Marantz 2325 to drive a HE-6.  I read some positive feedback on the 2325, but couldn't find anything on the 4100/HE-6 pairing.  There were some comments several years old that were moderately positive about the 4100 for headphone use, but the 2325 and 2270/2285 comments seem a lot more enthusiastic.  Based on enthusiasm factor alone, the 2325 seems the safer pick.
 
Any suggestions on the right direction to go?  Pricing is about the same for both, and I believe both are refurbished.  Thanks!

 

[BGRoberts]

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is that a logitech sqeezebox acting as a source for the SX-1250? uke: need a real DAC up in there

 
Yeah, I'm looking at DACs now.  But I find the Squeezebox is not bad as is, and is SO convenient.  I've listened to at least twice as much music since I've had it (about 2-3 weeks).
 
And yes, the turntable is the primary source.

BG

 

[Skylab]

I've never heard that MAC, but it doesn't have a great rep over on AudioKarma. I'd probably agree that you are better off sticking with Marantz, given you said the pricing is similar.

 

[WiR3D]

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Yeah, I'm looking at DACs now.  But I find the Squeezebox is not bad as is, and is SO convenient.  I've listened to at least twice as much music since I've had it (about 2-3 weeks).
 
And yes, the turntable is the primary source.

BG

for a transport its epic, I stream everything in my house, mainly to my blu-ray, but none the less. but as a source/DAC, arg...
 
Talking of DACs the ODAC... I really do wish there was a SPDIF version....

 

[BGRoberts]

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for a transport its epic, I stream everything in my house, mainly to my blu-ray, but none the less. but as a source/DAC, arg...
 
Talking of DACs the ODAC... I really do wish there was a SPDIF version....

 
My ears are "mature", so it doesn't sound bad to me at this point.
There's such a HUGE change in sound with addition of the 1250 that I'll have to give it some time to settle in before I start making more changes.
A stand alone DAC is in the future, I'm sure.
But for now I'm just savoring the sweet sounds I'm hearing from this rig.
BG

 

[WiR3D]

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My ears are "mature", so it doesn't sound bad to me at this point.
There's such a HUGE change in sound with addition of the 1250 that I'll have to give it some time to settle in before I start making more changes.
A stand alone DAC is in the future, I'm sure.
But for now I'm just savoring the sweet sounds I'm hearing from this rig.
BG

I hear you loud and clear. Enjoy each step up, thats the fun part. not getting the end all mother of stax rigs, but getting those steps up where you rediscover your music, and jsut when you think its as good as it gets, getting another step up.

 

[monoethylene]

Solala in a few days my Marantz 2325 will arrive as well as a pair of Spendors BC1
 
Then I have finished hopefully..
 
Have fun
 
Philipp
 

 

[Elysian]

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I've never heard that MAC, but it doesn't have a great rep over on AudioKarma. I'd probably agree that you are better off sticking with Marantz, given you said the pricing is similar.

 
Thanks for the suggestion.  I discovered the same feedback; a fair amount of people said the MAC didn't really impress them, but there is a lot of love for the 2325 and 2270/2285.  Some people also mention the higher-end Pioneers and Sansui, but I found your earlier posts suggesting that the Marantz has better synergy with the HE-6.
 
That SX-1980 of yours is a really beautiful piece of kit.  How does it work with the HE-6?  You'd still recommend the Marantz over the 1980?

 

[Skylab]

No, I would recommend the SX-1980 over any receiver I have ever heard. But that's just me personally. I think it's special, in many respects.

 

[wualta]

Very special indeed in its ability to load a non-moving-coil phono cartridge properly, something I confess I didn't appreciate back in the day but which turns out to be crucial.

 

[Skylab]

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Very special indeed in its ability to properly load a non-moving-coil phono cartridge properly, something I confess I didn't appreciate back in the day but which turns out to be crucial.

 
Yup, that is a big one.  Dual-stage tone controls is another.  Terrific FM tuner is another.  And then, of course, there is the massive power reserves

 

[palmfish]

The Squeezebox built-in DAC tested very well with Stereophile and sounds excellent to me.
 
I tried to do better with a DacMagic and Peachtree Nova and neither could top the Squeezebox's RCA outs. The DacMagic and Nova are gone and the Squeezebox is flying solo with no regrets.