[siles1991]

Would this be a good upgrade from the ODAC? Also I can use the non-tube output right? So I won't have to worry about the tube burning out?

 

[Argybargy]

Would this be a good upgrade from the ODAC? Also I can use the non-tube output right? So I won't have to worry about the tube burning out?

I'm still waiting for my d2 to be delivered so I can't compare directly, but I thought the odac sounded dry and brittle.
There are 2 outputs on the back panel, one for tube and other non-tube.
I wouldn't worry about the tube expiring, good NOS 5670 and equivalents are cheap.

 

[siles1991]

I'm still waiting for my d2 to be delivered so I can't compare directly, but I thought the odac sounded dry and brittle.
There are 2 outputs on the back panel, one for tube and other non-tube.
I wouldn't worry about the tube expiring, good NOS 5670 and equivalents are cheap.

 
alright do let me know when you get it, I really cant decide what to upgrade from the ODAC with my budget other than the Tubemagic D2

 

[myipless]

great,this was a major factor for me when I decided to buy.thank you

 

[Argybargy]

I'm still burning in the D2, but compared to the odac (from memory as it has been sold) the d2 (tube out) has a better soundstage with more depth; it seems smoother and warmer, but the treble is nicely extended with a touch of sparkle.

The d2 is feeding a stax 717 to an o2 mk1.

I did change the cheapo power cord as suggested by dumpingground in the previous page. I plan to later add the bypass caps to the opamps and do a few other mods.

 

[hemipowered007]

Wondering if this would be a good match for a vintage pioneer sx727 and an he4, anyone have any thoughts? Never heard the "tube sound", but have always been very interested. 

 

[Shini44]

Getting this one tomorrow hope they ship it asap :3 

 

[CADCAM]

  Getting this one tomorrow hope they ship it asap :3

Please let us know how you like it!

 

[Shini44]

  Please let us know how you like it!

i gave it to my friend who got M-Stage amp and HD650, for me it was too warm :< not Neutral , yes the SS output RCA not the tube one, the Treble were smooth yet rolled of a bit, i was using Pico Power amp and UM Mentor CIEM with Silver Widow cable. 
 
still this DAC with M-Stage and HD650 is Magic, in the end it does depend on the setup XD

 

[CADCAM]

Check my signature below and see if you think this would be a good piece to add to my setup.
thanks

 

[Shini44]

  Check my signature below and see if you think this would be a good piece to add to my setup.
thanks

Getting Schit Bifrost Uper with USB Gen 2. 

 

[CADCAM]

Due to my current cans being said to slightly emphasizing treble, ATH-AD900, Takstar HI2050, etc. maybe this is just what I need...

 

[Shini44]

  Due to my current cans being said to slightly emphasizing treble, ATH-AD900, Takstar HI2050, etc. maybe this is just what I need...

I guess Concero HD isn't a bad option too  

 

[CADCAM]

Well I just ordered up a D2 with upgraded tube and op-amps! Looking forward to hearing this unit. Will post back after receiving it
 and letting it burn-in...

 

[soldiersinx]

Any updates?