Hi Mike
A dcb1has a volume control, you don't need another box.
Forgot to mention, there was a version with 6 input relays too. I never tried that version, never had the need.
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Turntable; Rega p8
Cartridge; Alpheta mc
Phono Stage; Rega Aria, Bigbottle 3 mm/mc
Amplifier; Rega Elicit
Speakers; Rega Rx3
Location: North Island New Zealand
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I'm Chris.
Turntable; Rega p8
Cartridge; Alpheta mc
Phono Stage; Rega Aria, Bigbottle 3 mm/mc
Amplifier; Rega Elicit
Speakers; Rega Rx3
IME depends on how good the match is with the power amp. I know on paper it should not matter but in practical reality it does, albeit the effect can be subtle. With a good match you don't get that but seems to be pot luck unless the power amp was specifically designed to be used with a passive. DCB1 seems to negate that issue whilst retaining (most of?) the transparency of a passive.
Current Lash Up:
TEAC VRDS 701T > Sony TAE1000ESD > Krell KSA50S > JM Labs Focal Electra 926.
Considering the Velleman 8020, valve pre.
Current system 1210 GR. CDP - Meridian G08. Amp -Sugden A21I - Sig. Wharfedale Lintons.
Location: North Island New Zealand
Posts: 1,757
I'm Chris.
Velleman on the way, also just got the Khozmo advertised on here, gonna try both in my system for a while, at £200 each, its no big deal.
Current system 1210 GR. CDP - Meridian G08. Amp -Sugden A21I - Sig. Wharfedale Lintons.