Beresford Bushmaster DAC Reviews

[jandl100]

It's amazing how popular that LED auto dimming function has turned out to be.

Good to see so many folks enjoying the Bushmaster, too.

I must admit that the longer I listen the better it gets ... I'm now hearing a LOT of 3D imaging depth, which I didn't perceive before.
Maybe the BM is running in more, but my suspicion is that it takes a while to acustom yourself and adjust to the new, superior presentation. You almost have to re-learn how to listen in order to appreciate what the BM can deliver. And that takes time.

I've a nagging and somewhat disconcerting feeling that the Bushmaster is the best digital source I have ever heard.

... and I have a Stan-recommended battery pack on the way, which he says will improve it. Now that's a scary thought!

[SPS]

Nice to see that I'm not alone with Mike in revelling in what the NS1000 bring to the proceedings Stan

I bought another two pairs of them after hearing & purchasing the first pair

i once had 2 pairs too... my lad still has one pair

i loved mine, but I moved on in the end...
but only diy speakers put me in that position to do that

[jandl100]

For those looking for a CD transport to feed the BM, I can strongly recommend an Arcam DVD player! I've had two of these now (one fell off a stool and bust ) and while the typical somewhat smooth and lazy Arcam sound comes out of the DAC section, the digital audio output signal carries a lively, detailed and well focussed sound!

[Reid Malenfant]

I've a nagging and somewhat disconcerting feeling that the Bushmaster is the best digital source I have ever heard.

... and I have a Stan-recommended battery pack on the way, which he says will improve it. Now that's a scary thought!

Battery should improve things

For those looking for a CD transport to feed the BM, I can strongly recommend an Arcam DVD player! I've had two of these now (one fell off a stool and bust ) and while the typical somewhat smooth and lazy Arcam sound comes out of the DAC section, the digital audio output signal carries a lively, detailed and well focussed sound!

Ah, now that is a source! A DAC isn't, you had me confused

[LittleTone]

You lot are a bad influence. Couldn't resist it any longer and I've just placed an order for the Bushmaster.

Tony

[NRG]

sounds lke your pleased with it neil, must say with all these good reviews i've been wondering if i should give one a go,
i'm using a passive 16 chip terra dac and was really suprised how much difference the lack of the op amp made, more of everything compared to the early version i have.. could this be similar in sound quality or even better ?

Yes Steve, Stan has made a good 'un, the lack of caps/opamps in the output really improve the SQ. I found it took me a while to appreciate this as I'd become very used to the effects of these in cct and what I though was 'accurate' was most likey not

[RoboCopper]

You lot are a bad influence. Couldn't resist it any longer and I've just placed an order for the Bushmaster.

Tony

Tony, I do not think you will regret it.

Since I got snake bite I just wish I had more spare time to spend with this poison, but due to extra hours at work and BushMaster released just now when football have to be watched too (every second year though).

I cheated I have to admit, I left Snake to be treated with burn-in special CD sources such as Densen etc... and there are huge improvements compared to few hours on the clock, when I listened my lovely BM first day.

Tony, let us know how it compares to your Rega DAC?

[DaveK]

You lot are a bad influence. Couldn't resist it any longer and I've just placed an order for the Bushmaster.

Tony

Stop it, stop it please, another brick has just fallen out of my wall of resistance .
I'm awaiting a mini audition report from a guy whose ears I trust and then ......

[StanleyB]

I am surprised by the absent of Covenant . He is normally in touch within the first week. Anyone knows if he is OK?

[Covenant]

I am surprised by the absent of Covenant . He is normally in touch within the first week. Anyone knows if he is OK?

I am fine thanks Stan. As I mentioned a while back I cannot use a BM at the moment as my Caiman serves as a pre-amp. Can you imagine how frustrating it is to read this stuff night after night?