Thanks a lot for your comments. I had some problem with my speaker which is fixed now. In addition, I think the XLR output is too high for my Pathos Logos amplifier. They are investigating into this issue. Cheers!

Are there any MDR-CD3000 replacement drivers available? I'm currently refurnishing it with new pads and headband but the local Sony service center doesn't seems to be able to find the drivers part. In addition, would the MDR-SA5000 be a natural upgrade path? Cheers!

Recently notice some distortion especially when listening to some female vocal or piano music. Switched to the RCA output and to my surprise, the distortion was gone. Anyone experienced this or have any idea on the problem?

Quote: Originally Posted by Matias Bostonears, analog outs and headphone jacks both. bsckwan, I said that too some time ago. Correct bit-transparent SPDIF sound better/cleaner then the USB implementation. I've been comparing the following 2 configuration: 1.) Mac OS X...

Is it possible that the 2 input could sound different with coaxial sounding a little bit louder or better?

Quote: Originally Posted by milkpowder The main surprise comes only because they've started doing native DSD decoding on their lower end players, even offering the option to do PCM->DSD. So why the step backwards? By going DSD->PCM, don't you effectively lose out on the benefits of the...