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Stetra21
28-08-2018, 15:40
I've recently acquired a used SBT and am finding it to be a real step up from my trusty Classic.
Currently running via coaxial out into a Rega DAC thence to a Brio amp.
I keep hearing that the Touch's inbuilt DAC is no slouch , so can anyone comment as to whether it would be worthwhile running it direct to the amp ? (Just asking before I spend an hour fiddling with cables!)
Thanks
Steve

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Stratmangler
28-08-2018, 15:52
The Touch analogue outputs are noticeably better sounding than The Classic, but there again, The Touch is also noticeably better over coax into an external dac.
What are using power wise?

Stetra21
28-08-2018, 15:57
The Touch analogue outputs are noticeably better sounding than The Classic, but there again, The Touch is also noticeably better over coax into an external dac.
What are using power wise?I'm using a Mark Grant linear power supply , the same as I had with the Classic

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Stratmangler
28-08-2018, 16:05
I'm using a Mark Grant linear power supply , the same as I had with the Classic

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The SBooster?
Looks like you've got that aspect covered.

Stetra21
28-08-2018, 16:08
The SBooster?
Looks like you've got that aspect covered.That's the one !
I may leave the set up "As is" then
Thanks for your input


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Stratmangler
28-08-2018, 16:11
Which coax S/PDIF are you using?

Stetra21
28-08-2018, 16:24
Which coax S/PDIF are you using?Mark Grant digital coax and also a QED graphite optical lead , can't decide which is best tbh

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Stratmangler
28-08-2018, 16:39
Belden 1694A with the Canare plugs?
I use that myself.

Stetra21
28-08-2018, 16:47
No , the G1000HD
Belden 1694A with the Canare plugs?
I use that myself.

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Stratmangler
28-08-2018, 17:08
No , the G1000HD

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Mark's a telecomms guy (as am I) - he knows that appropriate cable and connectors matter.

Covenant
28-08-2018, 18:39
I have used a Touch since they first came out and have always used a Dac with it. On the odd occasion that I have used it without it has sounded dull and uninteresting.
Not recommended IMHO.

Stetra21
28-08-2018, 19:45
I have used a Touch since they first came out and have always used a Dac with it. On the odd occasion that I have used it without it has sounded dull and uninteresting.
Not recommended IMHO.Thanks for your opinions , I will be sticking with the current set-up it seems !

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