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Colin.......That is interesting information about the Auto-Off feature. I just checked both of my K-03's and neither have the APS display as you cycle through the setup options, so evidently the software for U.S.A. models is different than the UK models.
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By the looks of the A-02/03 there are no logic circuits anywhere which is typical of power amps, even the majority of integrateds in high end audio. I would imagine it would require a total redesign of the architecture to add a feature like this. It would also mean that in the future amps will have to be a lot more complicated than needs be. |
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I'm also away from the uk for a while but on my return in a few weeks time I'll rent a container for my stuff and I might just bring back an esoteric rig with me if it's worth it. |
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hfchoi,
I cannot answer your question on how much Paul paid for his A-02, but as it was the last one in Europe to that specification then it's probably irrelevant anyway. Prior to April 30th this year the K-01 was listed at £14,995 and the K-03 was £9,995. They are currently listed at £19,995 and £11,495 respectively. The last listed prices of the C-03, A-02 and A-03 were £7,995, £12,995 and £8,495 respectively. Although none of those have been available for quite some time. Currently the C-02 and C-03x are listed at £21,995 and £10,995 respectively. The A-02 and A-03 are not listed, what they will cost when, or if, they are back on the European market is anyone's guess. I hope that this information is of use to you. |
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Thanks Colin. Those price rises are steep!
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Hfchoi,
The A02 cost £12,995 from an authorized esoteric dealer in Devon. Interesting what Colin says about the auto-off feature. I will check my k01 for this when I get home in a few weeks and report back but it seems like a plausible explanation. |
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Is there any esoteric DAC that comes with a remote control for volume and input selector?
If not does anyone know a comparable DAC to grandioso D1 that has such remote? Thanks in advance. |
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K-01 is an all-in-one transport and DAC. Not at the level of the D1 but very good and has volume control.
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Thanks Mcnydro, but k1 doesn't have input selector as I have multiple sources?
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What kind of sources?
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