JR1911
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Argh, this is so frustrating! The Marantz would otherwise be a perfect device for my needs, but I'm afraid the clicking could drive me insane
Argh, this is so frustrating! The Marantz would otherwise be a perfect device for my needs, but I'm afraid the clicking could drive me insane :mad:
Argh, this is so frustrating! The Marantz would otherwise be a perfect device for my needs, but I'm afraid the clicking could drive me insane
So there's no clicking when the audio signal simply starts or stops, like when starting or pausing a YouTube video?
I've had my HD-DAC1 for a few weeks now. Yes there's a click, but it's barely audible, especially when you're wearing the headphones. I wouldn't let that put you off the Marantz.
Yeah, I'l probably buy the Marantz. Other dac/amps that I've considered are Teac UD-503, Audeze Deckard, Schiit Jotunheim and Oppo HA-1. They all have their pros and cons but the Marantz seems like the best choice and it should be a good match for my HD800.
Edit: Well, I just placed an order on a silver HD-DAC1, should receive it in a few days.
Yeah, all things being equal I would have loved a silver one, but on eBay all of the silver ones are north of $1,000. I got a minty fresh black one for $425... for that price difference I'll live with the black.
Nice. We only get the black version in north am
Got the Marantz today. First impressions are very positive. The unit looks stylish and feels very solid. Haven't really had much time to test it yet, but atleast the headphone output seems excellent, currently listening to it with my HD598. Going to properly test it later with my HD650 and HD800. Should also receive my Fidelio X2 in a few days so I'll have lots of testing to do this weekend
Edit: Also, the clicking luckily doesn't seem to bother me, it's soft and faint. I'm sure I can completely ignore it once I get used to it.
Welcome to the club! I was downsizing my entire headphone rig and I was glad to have tried out this unit. It is well worth its price!
I do find that its SPDIF input sounds considerably better than USB.
I do find that its SPDIF input sounds considerably better than USB.
Interesting info regarding USB vs SPDIF. Are you connecting a computer via optical spdif?