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Thread: Esoteric N-01XD
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May 6, 2022, 07:03 PM #251
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Re: Esoteric N-01XD
Perlisten S7t speakers with two Perlisten R212s subwoofers | T+A PA 3100 HV integrated amp with PS 3000 HV power supply | Esoteric N-01XD DAC & Streamer| Esoteric G-05 Master Clock | Jay’s Audio CDT3-MK3 Transport | Innuos ZENith MK3| Shunyata Everest
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May 21, 2022, 02:16 PM #252
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May 22, 2022, 04:10 AM #253
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Re: Esoteric N-01XD
Speakers: Magico M3, ACC, S-SUB | Electronics: Esoteric Grandioso stack | Amplification: Halcro |
Analog cables: Crystal Cable | Digital cables: Shunyata Sigma | Rack: YG Acoustics Rack 1.8
| Source: Kaleidescape Premiere (4 x 6TB) | Power: Shunyata Typhon-QR, Everest and Denali
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May 22, 2022, 09:49 AM #254
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May 22, 2022, 05:41 PM #255
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Re: Esoteric N-01XD
Perlisten S7t speakers with two Perlisten R212s subwoofers | T+A PA 3100 HV integrated amp with PS 3000 HV power supply | Esoteric N-01XD DAC & Streamer| Esoteric G-05 Master Clock | Jay’s Audio CDT3-MK3 Transport | Innuos ZENith MK3| Shunyata Everest
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March 20, 2023, 11:30 AM #256
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Re: Esoteric N-01XD
In your opinion how much time need to arrive a new version of current N01XD? I seem it launched about 4 years ago...
Rockport Atria mk2, Gryphon Pandora + Antileon Evo Stereo, Esoteric N01XD, Mutec Ref 10, all cables Siltech Royal Signature
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March 20, 2023, 12:07 PM #257
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I have the feeling that all Esoterics with the Master Sound Discret Dacs and due their software updates will delay the appearance of new versions. K1X was launched even before the N01XD, and nothing has been announced yet.
In my case was a strong decision point to eventually get into de XD series.
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March 20, 2023, 12:53 PM #258
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March 21, 2023, 01:19 AM #259
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Re: Esoteric N-01XD
Let me just say this about Master Sound Discrete. Be careful what you wish for.
It's stunning.
It's incredible.
And it's terrifying.
All at the same time.
I'm hearing the best sound I've ever heard...it's just stunning, it's incredible, and it's terrifying.
OK, so it's a Grandioso stack, but I reckon a clocked N-01XD would be close.
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Screen Shot 2023-03-21 at 12.54.07.pngSpeakers: Magico M3, ACC, S-SUB | Electronics: Esoteric Grandioso stack | Amplification: Halcro |
Analog cables: Crystal Cable | Digital cables: Shunyata Sigma | Rack: YG Acoustics Rack 1.8
| Source: Kaleidescape Premiere (4 x 6TB) | Power: Shunyata Typhon-QR, Everest and Denali
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April 18, 2023, 07:32 PM #260
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Re: Esoteric N-01XD
question: for those who stream (something like qobuz), do you still need an external streamer (a good one, thinking aurender n20) if you have the n01xd? --it sure would be nice to have an all in one box solution that is not compromised.
im thinking next steps for my rig, and while n01xd would be a big budget buster, its not so big when ancillaries get removed from a 2nd box.Jays CD3Mk 2 transport + stillpoint ultra 6s
Aurender W20Se streamer + stillpoint ultra 6s
Playback Designs Edelweiss DAC + stillpoint ultra 6s
Luxman C900
Luxman M900 + stillpoint 5s
Estelon X Diamond mk2 on townshend stands
Custom ICs / AC from TG Audio, Synergistic Research Galileo SX Speaker Cable
AC: Custom power conditioning & AC cables
Symposium Foundation Ultra rack
Tube traps
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April 18, 2023, 07:43 PM #261
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The N-01XD is all in one. This means it’s a streamer as well as a DAC. It accepts digital signals via a number of inputs including Ethernet, USB, RCA. It outputs in analog and digital. So no need to purchase an Aurender or a Lumin.
It does not have internal storage. But, you can use the LUMIN L1 seamlessly or a Qnap or Synology properly configured.
Lastly, it has easy connect to both Tidal and Qobuz.
Highly recommended as it is super easy to setup. And, sound wonderful. I have one and would buy it again (maybe I’m a little biased! )._______________
Mike
Amplification: MBL 6010D, MBL 9008A Monos
Analog: Kuzma R, Kuzma 4Point (11”), MSL Ultra Eminent EX
Phono Pre: Pass XP-27
Digital: Esoteric N01XD Esoteric K05
Speakers: MBL 101E MKII
Subwoofers: REL Carbon Specials
Conditioner: Shunyata Triton 3
Power Cables: Shunyata Sigma 1 & 2, Alpha 2, Delta and Venom
ICs and SCs: Wireworld Platinum 8
Rack: Artesania Exoteryc
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April 18, 2023, 07:43 PM #262
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Re: Esoteric N-01XD
No. The N-01XD is a DAC/streamer. You don't need another box.
Speakers: Magico M3, ACC, S-SUB | Electronics: Esoteric Grandioso stack | Amplification: Halcro |
Analog cables: Crystal Cable | Digital cables: Shunyata Sigma | Rack: YG Acoustics Rack 1.8
| Source: Kaleidescape Premiere (4 x 6TB) | Power: Shunyata Typhon-QR, Everest and Denali
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April 18, 2023, 07:45 PM #263
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Re: Esoteric N-01XD
....argh....Ritmo beat me to it. Yeah, do yourself a favor and buy N-01XD. You won't regret it.
Speakers: Magico M3, ACC, S-SUB | Electronics: Esoteric Grandioso stack | Amplification: Halcro |
Analog cables: Crystal Cable | Digital cables: Shunyata Sigma | Rack: YG Acoustics Rack 1.8
| Source: Kaleidescape Premiere (4 x 6TB) | Power: Shunyata Typhon-QR, Everest and Denali
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April 18, 2023, 07:53 PM #264
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Re: Esoteric N-01XD
It still surprises me that people are either incapable or simply unwilling of doing their own basic product research on a Manufacturers website.
Or, you can call a Dealer and get the answer in 3 seconds rather than risk getting bad advise from strangers.
You will probably also be surprised that as long as youre using the Ethernet input, “Streamer” function of the N-01XD Dac then it will also allow you to have full volume control and feed directly to your amp(s).
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April 18, 2023, 10:22 PM #265
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Re: Esoteric N-01XD
ok people i understand the misinterpretation of my question. my bad. allow me to restate:
do you need an external streamer for good sound quality or is the one in the n01xd on par w/ the aurender higher end stuff?Jays CD3Mk 2 transport + stillpoint ultra 6s
Aurender W20Se streamer + stillpoint ultra 6s
Playback Designs Edelweiss DAC + stillpoint ultra 6s
Luxman C900
Luxman M900 + stillpoint 5s
Estelon X Diamond mk2 on townshend stands
Custom ICs / AC from TG Audio, Synergistic Research Galileo SX Speaker Cable
AC: Custom power conditioning & AC cables
Symposium Foundation Ultra rack
Tube traps
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April 18, 2023, 11:09 PM #266
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Re: Esoteric N-01XD
Where are you trying to go with this? In my opinion, you would have to spend double for a 2 piece set up to clearly beat the N-01XD. And that system may not be as easy and intuitive to use as the Esoteric.
Example… an Antipodes K50 into a Playback Designs Dream Dac is better. However, Youll never know that until you own both. And in your room, your speakers and your ears you may actually still prefer the Esoteric.
So, either get ready to spend a bunch of time and money… or just get the Esoteric.
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