First new toy of 2017 - Musical Paradise MP-D2

I bought the MP-D2 with all the upgrades, but you don't have to do that to enjoy it. Is is simply outstanding. Killer for the money and will embarrass more expensive dacs. I have not tried its preamp section, opting to use my conventional active preamp and wow, the dac is great. Open, airy, 3D, sweet but not too sweet, and ballsy with wonderful vocals. For me and others who have it, it's a no brainer.
 
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Very assuring. Thanks again. Side note: I couldn't see any warranty info on the website (I'm in Canada). Is there any warranty? Sorry if this has been covered.

Hopefully I can be offering my experience with this guy very soon :)
 
I am sure there's a warranty but can not find any info on it. I never thought to look but I was all over he website looking for it and nothing. May have to send an email or inquiry about it.
 
pdg540 said:
Hey Devg. Did you happen to get an answer on this? Would it make make sense to have a dedicated DSD256 up-sampling computer in front of this DAC? Also, did the special pricing you were mentioning go anywhere?

Thanks!
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the dedicated music server doing up-sampling to DSD256 can be a good option. The DAC doesn't have the SRC, so there is no up-sampling happening within. But try it first without (i.e native sample rate) and see if you like it or not. This DAC uses Crystek clocks and should be very good starting point. As other have already noted, at this price point its a steal and gives you enough options to roll tubes/caps to tune the sound to your liking, if you ever wanted that way.
 
joeinid said:
I am sure there's a warranty but can not find any info on it. I never thought to look but I was all over he website looking for it and nothing. May have to send an email or inquiry about it.
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There is a out right 7 day return , but if you can find the warranty info that would be nice. I looking at this unit really close Joe just for the fun of tube rolling. :)
 
I do not see in the list of options, to be able to choose the voltage 125 volt or 230 volt
 
They are way different price points. The Lumin will beat the MP-D2 on features and but will be more expensive. The MP-D2 will hold it's own but ultimately, the Lumin, IMO, is better.

It's not a fair comparison but the MP-D2 being a tube dac, sounds great and is priced $1000-1400. If you can't afford the Lumin, then that's your answer.

As for voltage, you may have to contact them. I would assume it would be set correctly for the destination country but I would like to be sure first.


nonesup said:
Hi Joe. You had Lumin ?. As compared to your new DAC Paradise
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DSD with the MP-D2 is wonderful. No issues here and sounds great as long as the DSD files are great. Not all files are created equally.

allears said:
Anybody using DSD with their MP-D2?
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Re: First new toy of 2017 - Estimated Delivery: Tuesday, January 03, 2017 By End of Day

Randy Myers said:
It was the Teac UD-501 which was a BurrBrown if I am remembering correctly. :)
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I currently own the teac ud301 which is the 501 little brother with the same chip and have been looking at this amp. How much of a difference is it sonically and how is it different. I play mostly classic rock, 90's alternative, and 80's synth pop. Your perspective would be greatly appreciated as the teac is the only standalone dac ive ever used in my audio system. Thanks
 
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