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Hi,
I’m looking to upgrade my 2-channel system sources. I’m considering Denon DP-S1 CD Transport ($8000 list), DA-S1 DAC ($7000 list) and Benchmark DAC1 ($975). Both DP-S1 and DA-S1 were first released in 1993.
How does the 12-year old 20-bit DA-S1 compare with the contemporary 24-bit Benchmark DAC1 in terms of sonic performance?
I’m thinking of several permutations in my option:
Option 1: DP-S1 + DAC1
Option 2: DP-S1 + DA-S1
Option 3: Sony NS-755V DVD Player + DAC1
Which option would you recommend?
Rest of my system config:
Sony DVP-NS755V DVD SACD Player
McIntosh C200 Preamp
McIntosh MC501 Monoblocks
Denon 5803 Receiver
B&W N802 Speakers
Thanks,
John
I’m looking to upgrade my 2-channel system sources. I’m considering Denon DP-S1 CD Transport ($8000 list), DA-S1 DAC ($7000 list) and Benchmark DAC1 ($975). Both DP-S1 and DA-S1 were first released in 1993.
How does the 12-year old 20-bit DA-S1 compare with the contemporary 24-bit Benchmark DAC1 in terms of sonic performance?
I’m thinking of several permutations in my option:
Option 1: DP-S1 + DAC1
Option 2: DP-S1 + DA-S1
Option 3: Sony NS-755V DVD Player + DAC1
Which option would you recommend?
Rest of my system config:
Sony DVP-NS755V DVD SACD Player
McIntosh C200 Preamp
McIntosh MC501 Monoblocks
Denon 5803 Receiver
B&W N802 Speakers
Thanks,
John