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I dont see DSD being offered in download form...ever. 24/192 yes, but no DSD / DXD
I was disappointed that Mikey didn't compare the Scarlatti to some of the best one-box SACD/CD/DAC devices. I've only heard the Scarlatti in a very poorly run show demo at RMAF, in conjunction with some absolutely ghastly speakers, so I can't really comment on its capacity.
I DID hear the Esoteric multi-box solution compared to the Playback Designs MPS-5 and found that competition VERY close. Three sets of ICs and power cords really do muddy the waters with those multi-box set ups. Beside adding a ton to the system cost, they greatly endanger the transparency of the system. Multi-box in a digital playback system just doesn't make sense to me.
Dave
I thought I mentioned in the article that I used my MacIntosh laptop into the Scarlatti's USB input to play DVD-As....
I did try the Scarlatti without an intervening preamp but I think the results depend upon your particular preamp...I chose to review it in the context of my system. I didn't hear that great a difference either way, but I think the darTZeel preamp is reliably neutral tonally and doesn't restrict dynamics
Same here. I was hoping he would also draw comparisons against the Ayre CD5. L
Let's also not forget the new Mark Levinson No. 512 and Audio Research CD8. I'm completely puzzled as to why Stereophile has not reviewed these two pieces. In my humble opinion, these two players sound more natural and more accurate than the Meridian JA is so fond of.