Gyroscopics
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I should put some numbers around my statements and clarify what I'm trying to piece together related to this thread.
How can I build a high SINAD stereo+sub setup with separate simple pieces for a reasonable price? So I can see and experience what a well engineered high SINAD system actually sounds like and see what all the audiophile fuss is about.
I have a reasonably priced system similar to what you described:
RPi/Sonos ==> D70(XLR) ==> in-line attenuator ==> Hypex NC500MP x2 ==> speaker
D70(RCA) ==> Massdrop THX789 (RCA-out) ==> Rhytmik L12
Massdrop THX789 amp ==> headphones
I used to have a Rolls SX45 between the DAC and sub. I recently removed the SX45 from the signal path to minimize clutter. I also used a Nobosound XLR volume control between the DAC and amp before, but replaced that with a -20db in-line attenuator. This allows me to operate the D70 at optimal digital volume level (between -10db to 0db) and use the D70 remote to adjust the volume. The THX789's RCA-out is a pass-through line-out (not pre-outs). Therefore it is not affected by THX-789's volume knob which make them great for this setup.
If the Pre90 is reasonably priced, I'll probably buy the D90+Pre90 combo.