[Saintly]

No returns on clearance items.

 

[MorbidToaster]

I know. I wouldn't plan on returning it anyway. It's cheap enough to not be that big a deal, and from their reputation I doubt I'll be disappointed.
 
EDIT: It was more like a plug for their return policy.
 
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No returns on clearance items.

 
 

 

[wotts]

I think it compares well to other DACs in the price range. I actually pre-ordered mine., but it does look nice stack with their other gear. I have and ERC-2 and USP-1 sitting underneath mine. I use the USB in from the PC and the AES from the ERC-2. I have not tried the analog XLR in. I need to get some cables to try it.
 
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This was kind of a buy on a whim. I've been looking into 'budget friendly' companies that do almost all the parts in a speaker chain (pre, power, etc.) and Emotiva is a name I've heard a lot of buzz about. First heard about them on Head-fi, actually. 
 
Anyway, this is the only DAC they offer at the moment and it's priced at $250 (they're doing a close out. Pretty sure they'll be releasing a new model)...but I figured 'what the heck' and decided to pick it up. 
 
I've been wanting to compare my SA8004's USB to something else, I've never heard a BB chip before, and it will give me a chance to judge their build quality. 
 
If all goes well I could easily see myself buying my whole chain from them (with the exception of the CD player). If not, they have a hassle free 30 day return policy.
 
EDIT: 2 Optical ins, 2 COAX ins, AES in, Balanced and SE outs. For $250? Unless it sounds like absolute butts I'd call it a bargain. Stand by for impressions.

 

 

[MorbidToaster]

Sounds fine to me. I'm eager to test it along side my SA8004. I bought the 8004 to use as a transport more than anything else, but I've been using its USB DAC and headphone out while I wait for my LF. It's served me well, but I want to hear how good the DAC actually is. 
 
Part of me hopes it beats out the Emotiva, but part of me doesn't so I could recommend the SA8004 even more. lol
 
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I think it compares well to other DACs in the price range. I actually pre-ordered mine., but it does look nice stack with their other gear. I have and ERC-2 and USP-1 sitting underneath mine. I use the USB in from the PC and the AES from the ERC-2. I have not tried the analog XLR in. I need to get some cables to try it.

 
 

 

[Saintly]

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EDIT: It was more like a plug for their return policy.
 


 
 

 
How can you do a plug for their return policy when they won't let you return the item...? 

 
 

 

[MorbidToaster]

The plug comment was a joke...I feel like you're either just being difficult or missed the joke. It wasn't very good, I suppose. It's sometimes hard to convey tone over the internet.
 
Either way. Not really the place to discuss my sense of humor further...
 
EDIT: Just received a shipping notification with a tracking number (Via FedEx). So far I'm impressed by these guys.
 
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How can you do a plug for their return policy when they won't let you return the item...? 

 
 

 
 

 

[Saintly]

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The plug comment was a joke...I feel like you're either just being difficult or missed the joke. It wasn't very good, I suppose. It's sometimes hard to convey tone over the internet.
 
Either way. Not really the place to discuss my sense of humor further...
 


 
 

My bad, missed the joke.  Hope you like the DAC.
 

 

[MorbidToaster]

And another toy...Big boy toy this time...
 

 
A black on black set of Magnepan MMGs. The start of a new beginning for my speaker rig. Lead time is ~3 weeks. Glad I ordered sooner rather than later.

 

[Permagrin]

And another toy...Big boy toy this time...



A black on black set of Magnepan MMGs. The start of a new beginning for my speaker rig. Lead time is ~3 weeks. Glad I ordered sooner rather than later.

I'm jealous.

 

[snapple10]

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And another toy...Big boy toy this time...
 

 
A black on black set of Magnepan MMGs. The start of a new beginning for my speaker rig. Lead time is ~3 weeks. Glad I ordered sooner rather than later.

 
had that on my list for a while but the reviews lead me to ML ESL instead, enjoy

 

[MorbidToaster]

I would've looked into Martin Logans, but even the ESL is out of budget right now. I was considering a 2k speaker budget, but cut that down significantly after I realized they wouldn't see nearly as much use as my headphones.

I am considering a ML sub to pair with the MMG though. Maybe the 500. (Down the road)
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had that on my list for a while but the reviews lead me to ML ESL instead, enjoy

 
 

 

[pigmode]

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A black on black set of Magnepan MMGs. The start of a new beginning for my speaker rig. Lead time is ~3 weeks. Glad I ordered sooner rather than later.

 
What will be your amplification? 

 

[MorbidToaster]

Emotiva UPA-1 Mono Blocks. 350 into 4 Ohms. I've heard they're the most musical of the Emotiva amps, and they'll leave a lot of wiggle room for upgrades in the future. 
 
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What will be your amplification? 

 
 

 

[sachu]

 
Cary 306/200, PMD200 digital filter, 8 x PCM 1704-K DAC complement.
 
Should make a fine source to use in my bedroom rig with the electrostat setup.
 

 

[Samgotit]

Schluter-Kerdi shower system.