The technical performance of current DAC’s and universal players is pretty stellar already. I guess I don’t understand the need to add what is essentially a tube noise and distortion generator to their outputs.
This could be done as easily and much lower cost with an outboard tube stage that provides the same objective degradation and subjective improvement.
I’m not slamming anyone here as sound preference is a very personal choice. I happen to own a bunch of tube gear, along with a UDP-205. It is a stellar performer.
Tom
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Amati Futura Mains
Amati Homage VOX Center,
Proac Response 1sc Rears,
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MC 602 for the rears
C 1100, MX 151, MCD 1100, MR 80
Nottingham Dais with Wave Mechanic
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