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January 26, 2019, 09:15 AM #51
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Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
Now that is a much more helpful description! Thank you, Mike. Why hasn't someone come up with that much earlier? Now an MSB will be on my audition short list.
A question: at least in my system and configuration, with the Yggy being fed from high quality CD transport through high quality AES/EBU cable (see my signature), the DAC shows extreme timbral micro-detail, even though it is not 'digitally hyper-detailed', as you point out. This extreme detail resolution, which, as I hear it, makes it compete with top-level vinyl playback, makes it an ideal string quartet DAC, for example. It is just uncanny in its ability to resolve subtle detail of bowing friction and resonances of strings/instrument body (and I have recent live experiences to compare). How does the Discrete, or Premier, compare in that area?Simaudio Moon Neo 260 DT CD Transport / MIT SL-Matrix Plus AES/EBU digital cable / Schiit Yggdrasil Analog 2 DAC / Octave HP 700 preamp / Octave RE 320 stereo amp with Super Black Box / Reference 3A Reflector monitors on Sound Anchors Signature Stands / dual JL Audio Fathom 112 v2 subwoofers on ASC SubTraps / ZenWave Audio D4 and SMSG cables / Acoustic treatment: tube traps, Tri-panels, window plugs, ceiling diffusers (all ASC), large absorbing panels (Acoustics First), diverse carpets chosen for acoustic properties: wool, polypropylene basket-weave
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January 26, 2019, 09:24 AM #52
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Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
Simaudio Moon Neo 260 DT CD Transport / MIT SL-Matrix Plus AES/EBU digital cable / Schiit Yggdrasil Analog 2 DAC / Octave HP 700 preamp / Octave RE 320 stereo amp with Super Black Box / Reference 3A Reflector monitors on Sound Anchors Signature Stands / dual JL Audio Fathom 112 v2 subwoofers on ASC SubTraps / ZenWave Audio D4 and SMSG cables / Acoustic treatment: tube traps, Tri-panels, window plugs, ceiling diffusers (all ASC), large absorbing panels (Acoustics First), diverse carpets chosen for acoustic properties: wool, polypropylene basket-weave
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January 26, 2019, 09:32 AM #53
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Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
Were you able to try the Yggy with the vivaldi upsampler? If I remember correctly, MadFloyd on wbf had that set up on his mpro's for a bit. Also, I don't want to derail the thread so my question about the upsampler is more to understand if it's making a big diff with other dacs and can possibly be an interesting transport for the msb or if it only plays nice with the vivaldi dac.
Maybe it's totally unnecessary...I got a chance to talk with Mike recently about the roon renderer for msb - sounds like an amazing piece of tech and a great way to avoid the wire spaghetti that a good/great digital playback system can become
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January 26, 2019, 09:33 AM #54
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
My Systems: http://www.audioshark.org/showthread...481#post158481
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January 26, 2019, 10:22 AM #55
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Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
No, the Upsampler was used only on the Vivaldi.
Maybe it's totally unnecessary...I got a chance to talk with Mike recently about the roon renderer for msb - sounds like an amazing piece of tech and a great way to avoid the wire spaghetti that a good/great digital playback system can become
An MSB would run with the same configuration.Simaudio Moon Neo 260 DT CD Transport / MIT SL-Matrix Plus AES/EBU digital cable / Schiit Yggdrasil Analog 2 DAC / Octave HP 700 preamp / Octave RE 320 stereo amp with Super Black Box / Reference 3A Reflector monitors on Sound Anchors Signature Stands / dual JL Audio Fathom 112 v2 subwoofers on ASC SubTraps / ZenWave Audio D4 and SMSG cables / Acoustic treatment: tube traps, Tri-panels, window plugs, ceiling diffusers (all ASC), large absorbing panels (Acoustics First), diverse carpets chosen for acoustic properties: wool, polypropylene basket-weave
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January 26, 2019, 10:31 AM #56
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
Al, I have only used the MSB Ref transport via ProISL into the S2. Sounds amazing. Really amazing.
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January 26, 2019, 12:20 PM #57
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January 26, 2019, 12:21 PM #58
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
Jim
D'Agostino Momentum M-400's MxV’s & HD Pre-amp
Wilson Alexandria X2 Series 2 speakers
Digital: dCS Vivaldi APEX DAC, Clock & Upsampler
Analog: SME 20/3 with Esoteric E-03 Phono
Transparent Opus Speaker Cable & Interconnects & Opus Power Cords
Power Cords on Digital: Shunyata
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January 26, 2019, 12:23 PM #59
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
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Jim
D'Agostino Momentum M-400's MxV’s & HD Pre-amp
Wilson Alexandria X2 Series 2 speakers
Digital: dCS Vivaldi APEX DAC, Clock & Upsampler
Analog: SME 20/3 with Esoteric E-03 Phono
Transparent Opus Speaker Cable & Interconnects & Opus Power Cords
Power Cords on Digital: Shunyata
Power Conditioner - Shunyata Everest
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January 26, 2019, 12:25 PM #60
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
System #1................................................ System #2
ROON Nucleus + server ...............................SME 20/3A
MSB Reference DAC / V2 Renderer ...............SME V arm
VAC Signature MkII SE Preamp .....................Dynavector TE Kaitora Rua
MSB S202 Stereo Amp.................. ..... Sutherland current gain phono stage, Phono loco
Wilson Audio Sasha II................................ Stenheim Alumime Three
REL G1 Mk II (pair) Subs............................ Bricasti M1 SE DAC
Transparent Audio Gen 5 Reference........... T+A PA3000HV Integrated
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January 26, 2019, 12:25 PM #61
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January 26, 2019, 12:30 PM #62
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
---Quote (Originally by still-one)---
Because it is a figment of your imagination. That dead horse you keep beating. Yada Yada Yada.
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Off course it could be those shitty Magico speakers you own.
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Well there it is
Any bit of micro credibility you had is gone......."We all know real when we hear it"
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January 26, 2019, 01:04 PM #63
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Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
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January 26, 2019, 01:05 PM #64
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
Al, I changed from Yggy to MSB Discrete, but I’m afraid it isn’t as simple as replacing Yggy with MSB in my case. I do prefer my current setup by quite a lot.
I had Yggy fed by Aurender N100C through a spdif reclocker. Digital cables used are Siltech Golden Ridge II BNC to Yggy and AQ Diamond Ethernet to Aurender. AC cable is AQ Hurricane.
Then I switch to Discrete and Roon Nucleus (which runs Roon Core). AQ Diamond Ethernet now goes to MSB renderer module. I will tell you that it is not cigar right away. I felt, similar to what Ken mentioned above, I could now hear more “noise” in music (not buzzing or hissing sound) despite apparent improvement in immediacy, transparency, refinement and bass performance. So, I added a Teddy Pardo LPS to the router that feeds MSB. Things got cleaned up a bit and it becomes much more enjoyable. I also just ordered Gigafoil v4 hoping it’ll take it up a notch or two more. In the future, I may also try Aqvox SE Ethernet switch and Wavelength Ethernet reclocker when it becomes available.
I’m mentioning all these because if you are like me, not only changing the DAC, but also change the way the signal is fed, I’m afraid it isn’t as simple as replacing Yggy with MSB. I feel the best way to use MSB is via its Ethernet Renderer module and you must also be in it to improve your Ethernet situation as well (if it hasn’t been done so already).
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January 26, 2019, 01:32 PM #65
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Thanks for the detailed info. That is why I am wary of server configurations. My experience suggests that going from transport avoids all those computer/server noise issues.
I am convinced that a server configuration can be made to work well, but it takes quite a bit of effort, as also your experience indicates.Simaudio Moon Neo 260 DT CD Transport / MIT SL-Matrix Plus AES/EBU digital cable / Schiit Yggdrasil Analog 2 DAC / Octave HP 700 preamp / Octave RE 320 stereo amp with Super Black Box / Reference 3A Reflector monitors on Sound Anchors Signature Stands / dual JL Audio Fathom 112 v2 subwoofers on ASC SubTraps / ZenWave Audio D4 and SMSG cables / Acoustic treatment: tube traps, Tri-panels, window plugs, ceiling diffusers (all ASC), large absorbing panels (Acoustics First), diverse carpets chosen for acoustic properties: wool, polypropylene basket-weave
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January 26, 2019, 02:14 PM #66
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
My Systems: http://www.audioshark.org/showthread...481#post158481
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January 26, 2019, 02:25 PM #67
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Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
guys, i finally ditched the 15ft long usb cable and set up a metrum ambre this morning. wireworld gold-platinum-meteroite-or-whatever aes digital cable. FINALLY running roon. i was happy enough ditching the cable for aesthetic reasons but the sound quality is a massive upgrade. the soundstage is just huge - it's on par with the soundstage i was getting out of my old raidho and dyn monitors.
this whole time i thought i was just hearing a more accurate portrayal of soundstage and figured that if it sounded narrow and was a more recent recording then it must have just been the usual terrible mastering. but i was wrong - so so wrong. this is a revelation. welcome to 2019 i guess. wild things going on. with the new dac coming this week, i'm looking forward to next saturday's session
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January 26, 2019, 03:26 PM #68
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January 26, 2019, 04:56 PM #69
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
I think you will be extremely happy with what adding the GigaFoilv4 does for the sound quality of your system. For me, it was the equivalent of when I added a power conditioner to my system. Since virtually all the noise is contained at the GigaFoilv4, the quality of its power supply and the Ethernet cable following it are of the utmost importance.
Best,
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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January 26, 2019, 05:08 PM #70
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
"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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January 26, 2019, 05:16 PM #71
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Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
The only streaming that I do is YouTube over my $ 30 headphones. For hifi listening I buy CDs, and I have too many anyways. I listen to pieces over and over again in order to internalize them in detail (classical, jazz, avant-garde, Zappa...). If I wanted to have an ever changing diet I'd certainly want to go into streaming. It all depends on listening habits. I have mine, others have theirs.
Simaudio Moon Neo 260 DT CD Transport / MIT SL-Matrix Plus AES/EBU digital cable / Schiit Yggdrasil Analog 2 DAC / Octave HP 700 preamp / Octave RE 320 stereo amp with Super Black Box / Reference 3A Reflector monitors on Sound Anchors Signature Stands / dual JL Audio Fathom 112 v2 subwoofers on ASC SubTraps / ZenWave Audio D4 and SMSG cables / Acoustic treatment: tube traps, Tri-panels, window plugs, ceiling diffusers (all ASC), large absorbing panels (Acoustics First), diverse carpets chosen for acoustic properties: wool, polypropylene basket-weave
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January 26, 2019, 05:44 PM #72
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
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January 26, 2019, 05:57 PM #73
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
Jim
D'Agostino Momentum M-400's MxV’s & HD Pre-amp
Wilson Alexandria X2 Series 2 speakers
Digital: dCS Vivaldi APEX DAC, Clock & Upsampler
Analog: SME 20/3 with Esoteric E-03 Phono
Transparent Opus Speaker Cable & Interconnects & Opus Power Cords
Power Cords on Digital: Shunyata
Power Conditioner - Shunyata Everest
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January 26, 2019, 06:13 PM #74
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January 26, 2019, 06:24 PM #75
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
"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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January 26, 2019, 08:08 PM #76
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Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
I was just looking at the MSB DACs a bit more. They have only balanced outputs?
Simaudio Moon Neo 260 DT CD Transport / MIT SL-Matrix Plus AES/EBU digital cable / Schiit Yggdrasil Analog 2 DAC / Octave HP 700 preamp / Octave RE 320 stereo amp with Super Black Box / Reference 3A Reflector monitors on Sound Anchors Signature Stands / dual JL Audio Fathom 112 v2 subwoofers on ASC SubTraps / ZenWave Audio D4 and SMSG cables / Acoustic treatment: tube traps, Tri-panels, window plugs, ceiling diffusers (all ASC), large absorbing panels (Acoustics First), diverse carpets chosen for acoustic properties: wool, polypropylene basket-weave
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January 26, 2019, 08:12 PM #77
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
look at MSB site and under DACs it has a pricing tab. You choose rca or xlr
System #1................................................ System #2
ROON Nucleus + server ...............................SME 20/3A
MSB Reference DAC / V2 Renderer ...............SME V arm
VAC Signature MkII SE Preamp .....................Dynavector TE Kaitora Rua
MSB S202 Stereo Amp.................. ..... Sutherland current gain phono stage, Phono loco
Wilson Audio Sasha II................................ Stenheim Alumime Three
REL G1 Mk II (pair) Subs............................ Bricasti M1 SE DAC
Transparent Audio Gen 5 Reference........... T+A PA3000HV Integrated
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January 26, 2019, 08:33 PM #78
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Simaudio Moon Neo 260 DT CD Transport / MIT SL-Matrix Plus AES/EBU digital cable / Schiit Yggdrasil Analog 2 DAC / Octave HP 700 preamp / Octave RE 320 stereo amp with Super Black Box / Reference 3A Reflector monitors on Sound Anchors Signature Stands / dual JL Audio Fathom 112 v2 subwoofers on ASC SubTraps / ZenWave Audio D4 and SMSG cables / Acoustic treatment: tube traps, Tri-panels, window plugs, ceiling diffusers (all ASC), large absorbing panels (Acoustics First), diverse carpets chosen for acoustic properties: wool, polypropylene basket-weave
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January 27, 2019, 02:18 PM #79
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January 27, 2019, 07:41 PM #80
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Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
Simaudio Moon Neo 260 DT CD Transport / MIT SL-Matrix Plus AES/EBU digital cable / Schiit Yggdrasil Analog 2 DAC / Octave HP 700 preamp / Octave RE 320 stereo amp with Super Black Box / Reference 3A Reflector monitors on Sound Anchors Signature Stands / dual JL Audio Fathom 112 v2 subwoofers on ASC SubTraps / ZenWave Audio D4 and SMSG cables / Acoustic treatment: tube traps, Tri-panels, window plugs, ceiling diffusers (all ASC), large absorbing panels (Acoustics First), diverse carpets chosen for acoustic properties: wool, polypropylene basket-weave
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February 19, 2019, 06:12 PM #81
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
This is a follow up to my original review of the Premier DAC. I did buy the Femto 93 clock and Powerbase. MSB asked me to leave them with my impressions as I did the upgrades individually and collectively for comparison sake. I will also include in part the MSB response to my conclusions. I do want to reiterate that the Premier DAC without the upgrades is still pretty dam awesome.
Vince ,
Thank you very much for the opportunity to review the different options available to the MSB Premier DAC. The Premier DAC in it’s standard configuration is incredible and was confirmed as we converted back to stock for this review purpose.
The results are much like anticipated :
- Switching the Standard Premier clock to the upgrade Femto 93 clock added a level of detail and smoothness ( using Discrete Power Supplies)
- Switching out the 2 standard discrete power supplies for the Premier Powerbase added weight and bass definition (Using stock Premier Clock)
On a rating of 1 to 10 of added benefit :
- Change to Femto 93 Clock 4
- Change to Premier Powerbase 3
- Change both Clock and Power Supply 10
In our opinion the clock would be the first upgrade but this is a case without question that the whole is greater than the sum of the parts
I would make a strong suggestion that the Premier be offered from the factory in two levels , current base configuration and Master Series that packaged upgraded clock and power supply at a cost savings.
Partial MSB response
In addition to the apparent synergy in the sound with the 93 clock and the Premier Power Base, there is a technical synergy also. Clock performance is hyper critical in digital audio. Clocks run on power and they perform best on something approaching perfect power. It is one thing to have a very accurate clock but it is just as important to maintain that accuracy across the mother board for the various functions including the inputs with their associated formats. CD 16/44.1, as an example, is risen to the same resolution that we expect from the best hi res. All of this runs on DC power and is improved with the quietest and best possible power.System #1................................................ System #2
ROON Nucleus + server ...............................SME 20/3A
MSB Reference DAC / V2 Renderer ...............SME V arm
VAC Signature MkII SE Preamp .....................Dynavector TE Kaitora Rua
MSB S202 Stereo Amp.................. ..... Sutherland current gain phono stage, Phono loco
Wilson Audio Sasha II................................ Stenheim Alumime Three
REL G1 Mk II (pair) Subs............................ Bricasti M1 SE DAC
Transparent Audio Gen 5 Reference........... T+A PA3000HV Integrated
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February 19, 2019, 07:05 PM #82
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
And I certainly saw it took u 5 hours to come back with this dribble. You must have been all preoccupied with your dCS MAP and Upsample choices try to get that stack to sound good. Or was it the constant reboots to keep roon from locking up..... oh I love the real irony. LOL"We all know real when we hear it"
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February 19, 2019, 08:05 PM #83
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
Jim
D'Agostino Momentum M-400's MxV’s & HD Pre-amp
Wilson Alexandria X2 Series 2 speakers
Digital: dCS Vivaldi APEX DAC, Clock & Upsampler
Analog: SME 20/3 with Esoteric E-03 Phono
Transparent Opus Speaker Cable & Interconnects & Opus Power Cords
Power Cords on Digital: Shunyata
Power Conditioner - Shunyata Everest
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April 30, 2019, 11:35 AM #84
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I just placed an order for the MSB Premier with Pro USB input module and Premier Powerbase. I will be using it in a system consisting of Audio Research Ref 6 pre, Audio Research GS150 amp and Wilson Audio Sasha DAWs. This will complement my analog front end consisting of SME 20/3 with Grado Aeon cartridge and Audio Research Ref 3 phono pre. I am looking forward to reporting back after I receive the units and long in some listening time!
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April 30, 2019, 09:49 PM #85
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
Welcome to the forum tikkenator, congratulations and thank you for joining.
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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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May 1, 2019, 04:54 PM #86
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
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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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I had to cancel my order for these units due to lack of funds. I look forward to working with Alex and Fabio at Alma Audio in San Diego later this year to sort out my digital front end. It will have to be all vinyl for the time being...
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May 8, 2019, 12:35 PM #88
Re: The MSB Premier review I didn't write
Sorry to hear about that but at least you still have them to look forward to buying soon. Time flies and it won’t be that long.
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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I or anyone interested should see if FEDEX offers a domestic "LAST MINUTE RATE" for shipping heavy items within CONUS. Have no clue at this point - but when I have some time, I'll check. ...
Shipping Overseas 498 pounds w/3...