I've been discussing this quite a bit with user Adamzuf. Adam tried this rig with his upgraded DI/O and thought it sounded bad. However, I'm under the impression that the cd3000 + a good solid-state amp (xp-7, or why not the Corda HA-1 mkII?) would be a pretty nice setup for most kinds of music...

A couple of days ago I received my first tube amp, an Earmax Pro, bought from Adamzuf. He told me that I could have the amp turned on all the time, but I can't help but wonder if the tubes become damaged or "used up" in some way when the amp just sits there without a load to drive. So...

Hi, I need advice on a purchase. I have been looking to buy my first real good CDP, and now I've found what I think is a good deal on the above mentioned player. The price is about $570 + shipping, it's used but in mint condition and it has warranty left on it. The other equipment to be used...

I'm thinking about buying a pair of DT880s rather cheaply and hooking them up to my computer's soundcard (M-audio Revolution). I'm also planning to buy a Corda HA-1 MkII for use with this setup. I'll be using the setup mainly for lossless audio and such... Would this whole idea be an overkill...

Check this out: http://www.techspot.com/index.php#5277 Might be worth checking out, but I'm reluctant since it's Creative... What are your thoughts about it?