randerson3024 Posted December 11, 2009 Report Share Posted December 11, 2009 I'm too lazy to read 20 pages, so if anyone owns one, is it worth it? I never use my computer as a source, but would like to try out here on Das Boot. Pardon the laziness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreadhead Posted December 11, 2009 Report Share Posted December 11, 2009 I'm too lazy to read 20 pages, so if anyone owns one, is it worth it? I never use my computer as a source, but would like to try out here on Das Boot. Pardon the laziness. Stereophile A+ so probably. Too bad it doesn't have any other inputs than USB because then I would likely want one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hopstretch Posted December 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 11, 2009 It's not worth it unless you use a computer as your primary source. I really like the sound, though others here have been less impressed. But from a utility perspective, you'd be far better off buying a used C5xe if you want to try an Ayre and still mostly spin CDs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randerson3024 Posted December 11, 2009 Report Share Posted December 11, 2009 It's not worth it unless you use a computer as your primary source. I really like the sound, though others here have been less impressed. But from a utility perspective, you'd be far better off buying a used C5xe if you want to try an Ayre and still mostly spin CDs. Well, I got itchy and ordered one anyway. It's cheap, so what the hell....... I have never used any computer as a source. If this thing sounds halfway decent, I may look at Linn DS or Berkeley. I have over 3000 CD's on the ship, and I am running out of space to keep them all, and worry about shipping them home eventually. Right now, I am using an Esoteric DV 60 feeding a Reimyo DAP 999, as well as a Linn Unidisk 1.1, so I'm OK in the spin department. I sent my P-03/D-03/G-0Rb combination safely home. Thanks to all for the tips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusty Chalk Posted December 11, 2009 Report Share Posted December 11, 2009 It's cheap, so what the hell...(looks at wallet) Not when you can't stop buying watches, it isn't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spritzer Posted December 11, 2009 Report Share Posted December 11, 2009 I'd just switch to FLAC (or ALAC if you prefer that) Bob. I used to be a hardcore CD guy but now I do almost all of my listening with the computer feeding a DAC. To supplement the Ayre you could also just buy a USB transport so you can keep using the Reimyo. Some of them even have async. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randerson3024 Posted December 11, 2009 Report Share Posted December 11, 2009 I'd just switch to FLAC (or ALAC if you prefer that) Bob. I used to be a hardcore CD guy but now I do almost all of my listening with the computer feeding a DAC. To supplement the Ayre you could also just buy a USB transport so you can keep using the Reimyo. Some of them even have async. No shit? School me more, Obi-Wan. I just bought it because I am pissed about not being able to go home this month and felt like spending some money. The only other serious considerations I have had have been the Linn DS's (probably the Akurate) or a Berkeley DAC, which I did hear at Goodwin's on a business trip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randerson3024 Posted December 11, 2009 Report Share Posted December 11, 2009 (looks at wallet) Not when you can't stop buying watches, it isn't. I think I am giving up on watches for some time. The Daytona is basically a pretty twelve thousand dollar turd. In retrospect, I should have spent that money on my audio, or some mods to my car. The watch I wear the most is a simple stainless Omega Constellation. It runs great, is comfortable, and looks good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guzziguy Posted December 11, 2009 Report Share Posted December 11, 2009 Why not sell it? Whatever you get for it will be a lot better than having a turd, $12K or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spritzer Posted December 11, 2009 Report Share Posted December 11, 2009 No shit? School me more, Obi-Wan. I just bought it because I am pissed about not being able to go home this month and felt like spending some money. The only other serious considerations I have had have been the Linn DS's (probably the Akurate) or a Berkeley DAC, which I did hear at Goodwin's on a business trip. Given how much you like the Reimyo then a USB transport would be a good idea and the simplest solution. I use a Trends UD10.1 which has a wide range of connectors but something like this would work just fine for testing the technology. A generic 75ohm coax to the APL and that's all there is to it. Foobar streaming files from the server located in the other room. I'm going to build something like the Sooloos with a touchscreen and a small PC (a cashiers PC would do the trick) and then drop CD's as a whole. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randerson3024 Posted December 12, 2009 Report Share Posted December 12, 2009 Why not sell it? Whatever you get for it will be a lot better than having a turd, $12K or not. I plan to whenever I get home again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randerson3024 Posted December 12, 2009 Report Share Posted December 12, 2009 Given how much you like the Reimyo then a USB transport would be a good idea and the simplest solution. I use a Trends UD10.1 which has a wide range of connectors but something like this would work just fine for testing the technology. A generic 75ohm coax to the APL and that's all there is to it. Foobar streaming files from the server located in the other room. I'm going to build something like the Sooloos with a touchscreen and a small PC (a cashiers PC would do the trick) and then drop CD's as a whole. Thanks - I'll check out the links. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windows X Posted December 12, 2009 Report Share Posted December 12, 2009 It doesn't worth it. Maybe you should look for something like Weiss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hopstretch Posted December 12, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 12, 2009 High quality first post. Keep it up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aardvark baguette Posted December 12, 2009 Report Share Posted December 12, 2009 you is good joke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Monkey Posted December 12, 2009 Report Share Posted December 12, 2009 It doesn't worth it. Maybe you should look for something like Weiss. Bad works it. Look for turntables. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randerson3024 Posted December 13, 2009 Report Share Posted December 13, 2009 It doesn't worth it. Maybe you should look for something like Weiss. I'll check it out. The one I requested through my dealer is back ordered. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randerson3024 Posted December 13, 2009 Report Share Posted December 13, 2009 Bad works it. Look for turntables. I be havin' plenty o' turntables, just none at sea, and yes, I actually thought about it, but there is just no fucking way with all the motion out here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spritzer Posted December 13, 2009 Report Share Posted December 13, 2009 Build a floating base of some sort tied to a gyro. Well that or work on a carrier which has this system in place already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
randerson3024 Posted December 13, 2009 Report Share Posted December 13, 2009 Not on this 220 ft flat bottomed boat! We get the shit beat out of us constantly. That is why the Esoteric VRDS transport is so cool. It will track through an explosion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spritzer Posted December 13, 2009 Report Share Posted December 13, 2009 A solid state HDD would fare even better though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreadhead Posted December 13, 2009 Report Share Posted December 13, 2009 I'll check it out. The one I requested through my dealer is back ordered. Thanks. I would highly recommend that if you're going the Weiss route you go with their commercial units since the internals are identical (according to the manufacturer and all internal photos I've seen). They don't look as nice though. I tried out a DAC2 and it was very nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hopstretch Posted December 13, 2009 Author Report Share Posted December 13, 2009 In the same-ish price range as the Ayre, I'd also consider the new Naim DAC, which gives you a lot more options for managing digital music. Naim Audio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Monkey Posted December 15, 2009 Report Share Posted December 15, 2009 'stretch, do you know of any online retailers selling the Naim? I can't find a price. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Voltron Posted December 15, 2009 Report Share Posted December 15, 2009 My local Naim dealer doesn't have it listed yet, either, so I don't know the price. This is a gross generalization, but in my experience Naim gear sounds best with Naim gear. There is a distinct house sound and approach to gear. Whether that applies at all or to the same extent in the case of a DAC is a good question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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