davidbea

Having started with an Mhdt Havana and progressed to and Orchid and then Orchid SE I was advised to look to check out higher resolution in light on upping my game with higher level Stax ear speakers and a Mjolnir KGST amp. I picked up a Denafrips Pontus 15 and there was possibly some improvement but no clear winner. Then I splurged and picked up a LTA Aero DAC. Not thinking of the money as I listen. I have them set up for switching and easy comparison and it's night and day. I briefly listen to the others and always go back to Aero. Very pleased.

I primarily listen to classical and jazz and recently purchased a Blue Tack modified pair of Stax SR007A's. I have a KGST amplifier on the way to drive them. My old SRM-1/Mk-2 is doing duty until the new amplifier arrives. I'm considering upgrading my front end. I have Brennan B2's upstairs and down feeding an Mhdt Havana, and an Orchid and an Orchid SE. Will the Soekris 2541 or Denafrips Ares 15 or Pontus 15 provide a significant improvement? Has anyone heard all these options? Thanks.