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October 12, 2020, 03:48 PM #1
Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Unboxed it and set it up a little while ago. Holy cow! It’s pretty amazing. Already full and meaty.
Details like crazy but not aggressive or harsh. Yes, definitely needs some break in but already I think it’ll be better than MSB Discrete.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 12, 2020, 06:21 PM #2
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Are you using it as CD player or a DAC?
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October 12, 2020, 06:54 PM #3
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
I’ve been swapping CDs plus I hooked up my Wyred 4 Sound modified Sonos Port. CDs are awesome and my Sonos never sounded better.
I’m running it in to put some time on it to help break it in. It’s impressive. Now I need to add a server to it or hook up my computer.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 12, 2020, 07:04 PM #4
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Congrats Joe! Glad to hear it’s a winner. Do you know the MSRP?
Ken"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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October 12, 2020, 07:07 PM #5
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Last edited by joeinid; October 12, 2020 at 07:12 PM.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 12, 2020, 07:33 PM #6
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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October 12, 2020, 07:49 PM #7
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Congratulations, it looks like an amazing machine!
Electronics: Pass Labs XP-22, Pass Labs X250.8
Digital: T+A DAC 200, Auralic Aries G1, Sony UBP-X800M
Analog: Pro-Ject X2 w/ Ortofon 2M Black, iFi Phono3 Phonostage
Speakers: Janszen Audio Valentina P8, SVS SB13-Ultra
Other: David Laboga Custom Audio/Shunyata/Audioquest cabling, PS Audio PowerPlant 15
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October 12, 2020, 07:58 PM #8
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
You don't own it yet, right, it's on loan from a dealer?
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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October 12, 2020, 08:32 PM #9
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
My guess is that the K and the N have the same implementation of digital to analog architecture. The N is outstanding so I would expect the K to be fantastic as well.
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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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October 12, 2020, 08:41 PM #10
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Congratulations! Pretty sure it’s a keeper for you.
I posted on another thread in here, recently got the N-01XD. Similar with K-01XD, but no transport, network bridge (streamer) built in instead. Slightly cheaper than K-01XD at $20K.
Same current DAC as you, MSB Discrete with dual power supplies.
The Esoteric blows the Discrete out of the water. It’s not even close. Everything MSB Discrete does, the N-01XD does it better. Then some. I am struggling to find anything the MSB does better than this N-01XD.
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October 12, 2020, 09:05 PM #11
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 12, 2020, 09:07 PM #12
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 12, 2020, 09:11 PM #13
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Mike and I were talking about the N-01XD too. I’m considering that too. I do love the ability to pop in a cd/sacd but I’m not sure long term how many times I’ll be swapping discs.
The K-01XD is extremely impressive. Once the excitement settles down, I can be more objective. So far I’m extremely happy.
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 13, 2020, 01:03 AM #14
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
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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October 13, 2020, 01:06 AM #15
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Hahahaha
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 13, 2020, 10:26 AM #16
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
The K-01XD has a big sound. It seems to just fill the room with music. Details galore without any aggressiveness. My Avantgarde disappear like never before. The music is right there in front of me but not forward at all. I’m actually amazed at the presentation - it’s intimate yet bold (in a good way) and meaty. I’m looking forward to hearing the difference after a few more days. I’ve been playing with some of the options and have a full on grin. I really enjoyed the Discrete but this is way better. I know there’s a price difference that’s closer to the Premier (?) but the K-01XD is the finest piece I’ve ever heard.
I’d love to add the clock at some point for reference, but that’s for another day.
I never expected to love an Esoteric player but here I am. I’ve been told that the K-03XD is close in sound. Could I “settle” with that at this point?, I don’t know but from what I hear now, I don’t think I want to.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 13, 2020, 11:05 AM #17
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October 13, 2020, 11:10 AM #18
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 13, 2020, 01:05 PM #19
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Peter Lie
LUMIN Firmware Lead
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October 13, 2020, 01:23 PM #20
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Hi Peter,
I did have the U1 mini but sold it thinking that the next digital source would have all that built in. Now I wish I still had it. I might have to replace it. Lumin has always been rock solid for me.
I jump and think later sometimes. I was pretty much settled on the MSB Discrete but thank goodness this opportunity came my way. Digital music is so personal and hearing other offerings has made me realize that there’s no best but only what appeals to your heart.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 13, 2020, 02:51 PM #21
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October 13, 2020, 02:54 PM #22_______________
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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October 13, 2020, 04:47 PM #23
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 13, 2020, 04:50 PM #24
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 13, 2020, 04:54 PM #25
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
I’ve been listening to it for 4 days. It doesn’t disappoint. It’s gotten a little better but it was so good out of the box.
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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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October 13, 2020, 05:00 PM #26
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October 13, 2020, 05:07 PM #27Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 13, 2020, 05:10 PM #28
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
He surprised the heck out of me. He's not usually like this, but he's been swamped with work and has already gotten some of my awesome hand me ups (he's older) that I think he realizes how good I am to him. Payback can be awesome
I am grateful.
One more thing. The K-01XD is built like a freaking tank. I love that.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 13, 2020, 06:56 PM #29
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Would love to hear Mike's opinion on the K-01XD Esoteric vs the T+A PDP 3000HV - I think they are comparably priced.
Studio/Study:
Mojo Audio Deja Vu Evo Universal Music Server > or McIntosh MVP-901 > Mojo Audio Mystique Evo Dac > Raven Audio Osprey Integrated Tube Amp > Harbeth P3ESR
Main Listening Rig:
Shunyata Denali D6000/SV2>Mojo Audio Deja Vu Evo Universal Music Server > or Jay's Audio CDT2-Mk3 > TotalDac D1-Tube > VAC Master Preamp > VAC Master 300 > JM Reynaud Orfeo Jubile
Home Theater:
Xfinity Cable Box or Oppo BDP105D > McIntosh C2300 Preamp > McIntosh MC302 Amp > JM Reynaud Offrande Supreme
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October 13, 2020, 07:14 PM #30
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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October 13, 2020, 07:18 PM #31
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
My Systems: http://www.audioshark.org/showthread...481#post158481
"We can hear everything we measure, but we can't measure everything we hear. Let your ears be your guide."
Dealer for: Aqua Hi-Fi, Aurender, AudioQuest Cables & Power Products, Berkeley Audio, Block Audio (distributor), Boulder Amplifiers, Bowers & Wilkins (B&W), Bryston, Clarisys Audio Loudspeakers (distributor), Classe’ Audio, Degritter Record Cleaning Machines, Esoteric, Finite Elemente, FirstWatt, Focal Loudspeakers and Headphones, GigaFoil, Harbeth Loudspeakers, Hegel, HiFi Man, Innuos, ISO Acoustics, Keces Power Supplies, Kharma Loudspeakers and Electronics, Kuzma Turntables, Lumin, Luxman, Magico Loudspeakers, MBL Speakers & Electronics, MSB Technologies, MySonicLabs Phono Cartridges, Nordost Cables, Ortofon, Pass Labs, Quadraspire, Rega Turntables and Electronics, Shunyata Research, STAX, Stein Music Products, Stillpoints, Soulution, VAC, Vicoustics, Viva Audio, VPI Industries, WireWorld Cables.
https://suncoastaudio.com/
Phone: 941-932-0282
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October 13, 2020, 10:36 PM #32
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Two more things:
- Since Esoteric marketing material has always emphasized electrical current transmission, I have a suspicion that Esoteric player would work particularly well in a direct-to-amp setup when used together with the Lumin Leedh Processing Volume.
- It takes time for the N-01XD to become Roon Ready. With the suggested combo above, you don't need to wait for Roon Ready.Peter Lie
LUMIN Firmware Lead
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October 14, 2020, 10:30 AM #33
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
FYI....MSB just posted a bunch of firmware updates....maybe their sonics will be affected??
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October 14, 2020, 10:47 AM #34
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
"No summit worth climbing is easily attained."
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Source: MSB Select II DAC with Two Mono Powerbases and Femto 33 Clock; Renderer V2 Digital Input Module and Roon Nucleus Plus; MSB UMT V Signature Transport
Amps: Vandersteen M7-HPA Mono Amps; MSB M204 Mono Amps
Speakers: Vandersteen Model 7 Mk2
Power: Two AudioQuest Niagara 5000’s with AudioQuest Dragon and Hurricane Power Cords
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October 14, 2020, 10:58 AM #35
Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
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Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ProMy Systems: http://www.audioshark.org/showthread...481#post158481
"We can hear everything we measure, but we can't measure everything we hear. Let your ears be your guide."
Dealer for: Aqua Hi-Fi, Aurender, AudioQuest Cables & Power Products, Berkeley Audio, Block Audio (distributor), Boulder Amplifiers, Bowers & Wilkins (B&W), Bryston, Clarisys Audio Loudspeakers (distributor), Classe’ Audio, Degritter Record Cleaning Machines, Esoteric, Finite Elemente, FirstWatt, Focal Loudspeakers and Headphones, GigaFoil, Harbeth Loudspeakers, Hegel, HiFi Man, Innuos, ISO Acoustics, Keces Power Supplies, Kharma Loudspeakers and Electronics, Kuzma Turntables, Lumin, Luxman, Magico Loudspeakers, MBL Speakers & Electronics, MSB Technologies, MySonicLabs Phono Cartridges, Nordost Cables, Ortofon, Pass Labs, Quadraspire, Rega Turntables and Electronics, Shunyata Research, STAX, Stein Music Products, Stillpoints, Soulution, VAC, Vicoustics, Viva Audio, VPI Industries, WireWorld Cables.
https://suncoastaudio.com/
Phone: 941-932-0282
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October 14, 2020, 12:07 PM #36
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
I’ve owned and liked a few Esoteric products. Following Scotty, maybe a comparison of the K01XD to the T+A MP3100HV.... Similarly priced....
T+A MP3100HV, T+A PA3100HV. Custom made Furutech cables with ETP-609 distributor with NCF outlets, Harbeth 40.2 Anniversaries.
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October 14, 2020, 03:52 PM #37
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December 28, 2020, 01:06 PM #38
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Awarded from High Fidelity monthly online magazine (Poland)
STATEMENT AWARD - these are prizes awarded to "best of the best" products.
| SUPER AUDIO CD Player
ESOTERIC ⸜ K-01XD
The sound of the Esoteric K-01XD player is exceptionally refined. It offers everything that we expect from a top sound source, whether analog or digital one. It is both warm and precise, and such a combination is extremely rare. It’s performance is very high end turntable-like. This is literally one of the best, that is: the best sounding and best-built digital players I have heard in my life.
REVIEW: № 200 | January 2021
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January 4, 2021, 09:33 PM #39
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Any more updates? I ordered one and want to know if it broke in further and how long it takes
Boulder 2160 and 2110, Esoteric K01XD, Magico S3s mk2s, 2 REL carbon special subs, Authentic Audio Images Assoluto cables, Stromtank 2500 mk2, HRS M3x isolation pads, Stillpoint ultra ss v2 footers, Dedicated sub panel in the room and dedicated sound room with ASC tube traps and Vicoustics treatments
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January 4, 2021, 09:44 PM #40
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Congratulations!!!
I really haven’t kept track of hours but I think I’m there. The K01xd sounds fabulous. Unbelievably great with a CD, superb with everything else.Fleetwood Deville by Oswald Mills Audio, Vienna Acoustics Haydn Jubilee, Wharfedale Linton w/ stands, Klipsch RB-75, Klipsch RP-160M.
Job INTegrated. Luxman L-595aSE
NAD C 658 streamer.
First Watt SIT-3, Job 250 Monos, NuForce STA200, AkitikA GT-102 amp, ASL Wave monos, Dennis Had 45 monos. Absolute Audio Labs PCF 25 amp (improved First Watt F7 super clone)
Topping D90, RME Audio ADI-2 DAC FS, ModWright Ultimate Sony XA-5400ES.
Burmester 948, McIntosh MCLK12, Kimber Kable, Siltech, Cardas, Avanti Audio cables.
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January 5, 2021, 09:47 AM #41
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Thx joeinid!
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January 14, 2021, 01:05 AM #42
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Built like a tank , very nice
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November 11, 2021, 03:43 AM #43
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
I am also a very happy owner of K01XD. I bought mine about 1 month ago, excellent sound for both as CD/SACD player and DAC. I am using K01XD with an external clock from Cybershaft, very noticable improvement over the internal clock.
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November 11, 2021, 05:02 AM #44
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
What OP Cybershaft? And what clock cable?
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November 16, 2021, 12:41 AM #45
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November 16, 2021, 09:28 AM #46
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
I would have thought the Grandioso Custom VCXO II clock in K-01XD would be a higher specification than Cybershaft OP17.
Speakers: Magico M3, ACC, S-SUB | Electronics: Esoteric Grandioso stack | Amplification: Halcro |
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November 17, 2021, 05:04 AM #47
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Grandioso clock likely is better. However, I had the opportunity to acquire the Cybershaft OP17 from a friend at an attractive price.
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November 17, 2021, 06:00 AM #48
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
You would need an OP19 or OP20 to match the performance of the clock in K-01XD. And at that performance level you really need to be using one of the Shunyata clock cables or you're just introducing a weak point into the timing signal path. I think if you're going to clock these Esoteric XD devices you really need OP21 or Grandioso G1X level otherwise you're just wasting your time and money.
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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November 17, 2021, 10:10 PM #49
Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
We have used OP16 and get good results. After all, you have to believe to your ears to make the judgements.
Speakers: Wilson Audio Alexia 2 | Digital Sources: Esoteric Grandioso K1X + Cybershaft OP21A, Modified OPPO 205 | Amplification: Boulder 2110 + Dan D'Agostino M400 | Analog cables: Jorma Prime, Transparent Reference XL | Digital cables: Kimber KS2020 | Power cords: Transparent OPUS
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December 2, 2023, 06:15 AM #50
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Re: Impressive first listen - Esoteric K01XD
Hello,
Are you still satisfied by your K01XD?
Maybe i'm going to replace my SACD player luxman D08u by a new one...
is K01-XD still one of the best? full bodied, dynamic, detailled, with a large and deep soundstage...etc
As good as Playback design mps6, luxman D10X, Metronome technologies ...etc?
what is the duration of the break-in of K01XD?
Thank you
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