MSB DSD Update
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Amir, not sure what you mean.
Lloyd, I had issues with one of the 3 update files, so I haven't been able to listen. There's a thread on Computeraudiophile where others have updated and I'm sure they'll post their impressions.
Lloyd, I had issues with one of the 3 update files, so I haven't been able to listen. There's a thread on Computeraudiophile where others have updated and I'm sure they'll post their impressions.
Thanks...look forward to your own impressions when it works. Good luck and enjoy!
I meant what the interface is. I have not looked to see if they support USB for example. But if they do, is it supported over that interface?
Bruce B
WBF Founding Member, Pro Audio Production Member
DSD is a standard input on ST/SC optical, MADI and SDIF-3. DSD can be carried over USB, but it's not a "standard".
I agree Joe. One of the reasons I went with MSB was their long track record of providing upgrades for existing products. This helps ensure the "investment" isn't left behind as technology advances. Years ago I had a full Meridian setup, but got out because they didn't offer a viable upgrade path.
Catastrofe - what other digital did you compare to? which mSB do you have? i am very focused on my next digital move, so would appreciate your advice.
I have the Signature DAC IV with volume and 384K USB input.
My digital search began in 2008 when I decided to jump into computer audio with both feet. My first high-end solution was an Esoteric D-05 with G-03X clock. Excellent sound and of course, Esoteric equipment is built like a tank. When PS Audio launched their DAC/Bridge streaming solution, I was fortunate enough to be selected as a Beta Tester. It seemed like a perfect solution with file storage elsewhere (the basement in my case with my listening room on the 2nd floor). The sound bested the Esoteric and streaming was super convenient, but I became disenchanted with a number of issues, gapless playback being the primary detractor. That's when I began looking at other solutions.
I was able to audition the following DACs in my system while I still had the PWD:
Weiss DAC202
Meitner MA-1
Playback Designs MPS-5
MSB Platinum DAC IV
The Weiss sounded good, better than the PWD, but not signficantly.
The Playback Designs was an older unit and limited to 16/48 via USB. It sounded terrible. . .after 10 minutes I removed it from my system.
The Meitner sounded fantastic and would have been a keeper, but it lacked some of the functionality (volume, phase inversion) that I wanted. I was also interested in future upgrades, and wasn't sure what would be available from Meitner.
The MSB played at a level above the Meitner, and provided the functionality I wanted. My audition was with the base Platinum version, and I purchased the "mid-level" Signature.
I posted on Computeraudiophile about this comparison last year: http://www.computeraudiophile.com/f...-ma-1-dac-review-11664-post150560/#post150560
I've never been very good at the typical audiophile terminology. The MSB just sounds "right". . .at times I'm started by the realism as it sounds like someone's in the room with me. I have acutally jumped out of my seat thinking someone was there.
Hope this helps. . .
Bob
Bruce B
WBF Founding Member, Pro Audio Production Member
Vincent... I was speaking solely about the AES standard of DSD delivery. DoP is not an accepted AES standard.... yet.
Will DSD be made available as file downloads that could be burned to DVD and played back on an MSB transport through their DAC ?
Bruce B
WBF Founding Member, Pro Audio Production Member
It already is through Blue Coast Records, Channel Classics, 2L and a host of others.
Bruce B
WBF Founding Member, Pro Audio Production Member
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