gloom
100+ Head-Fier
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My system: D-25S -> JMT amp (two 9v batteries) -> Headphones
(Most of my listening is via HD580, though I also spend time with my other 'phones.)
I've got around $500 to spend, maybe a little more.
For sources, I'm thinking something like a Cambridge D500SE, NAD C541, or possibly stretching to a Sony 333 or C555ES (I've seen these on Audiogon for $600 or so.) I haven't made up my mind about SACD yet, though, so the Sonys aren't as likely a choice (though I hear their redbook is also really good.) There are also many other options at this price point, though I believe the CA and NAD are the only ones I could audition around here.
For amps, the field is clearer: I'm leaning toward a Corda, or possibly an MG Head. Probably Corda, as I don't want to muck around with tubes, and the 'Head is allegedly a poor match for some of my headphones (Grado.)
Anyway. Will I see a bigger gain from upgrading my source, or my amp?
(Most of my listening is via HD580, though I also spend time with my other 'phones.)
I've got around $500 to spend, maybe a little more.
For sources, I'm thinking something like a Cambridge D500SE, NAD C541, or possibly stretching to a Sony 333 or C555ES (I've seen these on Audiogon for $600 or so.) I haven't made up my mind about SACD yet, though, so the Sonys aren't as likely a choice (though I hear their redbook is also really good.) There are also many other options at this price point, though I believe the CA and NAD are the only ones I could audition around here.
For amps, the field is clearer: I'm leaning toward a Corda, or possibly an MG Head. Probably Corda, as I don't want to muck around with tubes, and the 'Head is allegedly a poor match for some of my headphones (Grado.)
Anyway. Will I see a bigger gain from upgrading my source, or my amp?