'Tis the season. You have been
not
so give yourself a gift.
Lampi 4+ (aka 4.5, Gen 4= all the goodies in one box instead of two). Black case.
Excellent sounding DAC: fully balanced operation plus volume control. Connect directly to amplifier or run through preamp. Plays redbook and high resolution PCM. Photos:
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?action=gallery;area=browse;album=15165Price includes both insured shipping CONUS and Paypal fee. $2,900 (all inclusive) is a fair price IMO. US Lampi service center can add USB for $150.
2 Outputs:
XLR and RCA
3 Digital Inputs (can add USB for $150):
AES/EBU
SPDIF
TOS
Special feature:
Mundorf bypass caps (silver/gold/oil) = smoother sound without loss of definition
Output Tubes:
Platinum grade Siemens E82CC / 12AU7 (excellent upgrade)
A nice feature of the lampi: if you desire a different configuration, for example adding DSD capability or USB input, the Lampizator USA service center can make the modifications.
I’m moving to a all-in-one DAC/streamer/preamp. My current system:
http://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?action=systems;system=345I don’t sell my stuff very often but you can search for my posts, etc. on audiocircle. The equipment is well cared for. Physical condition is 9/10, meaning no scratches, dents or dings.