I've run a number of searches on the Art DI/O, but I'm still a bit hesitant about the improvements I might hear compared to my current setup: sony ce775 --> Corda HA-1 --> Etys w/fixup 4s adapter. Redbook cd's sound decent right now, but the SACDs sound amazing in comparison. Will the DI/O...

So, the anniversary deal on the HA-1 looked too good to pass up. Jan Meier said it would be shipped out today. My ultimate decision came down to its upgradeability to "blue" down the road, and the highly praised crossfeed. Thanks for everyone's comments. One other question: since this amp...

Okay, I hear what you guys are saying, and I'm inclined to go with the Corda HA-1. I am interested in the good crossfeed, and many posts have said that it sounds very natural. Does anyone else want to put in a strong word for the meta42 before I go spend this money? Seriously, I'm intrigued...

I appreciate all of your comments. The upgrade path of the Corda HA-1 is certainly important to me. I'm not sure what the "blue" differences are, but the reviews seem favorable. Does anyone have anything to say about their maxed out meta42s?

This is my first public post, though I've been a visitor here now for a couple of years. I saw the Corda HA-1 on sale, and thought about upgrading my ety-4p with 4s adapter with TAH setup. I've also read a lot about the Meta42 as well. In the $300 price range, non-portable, which system...