Shanling CDT100A Owners

VR3
VR3 Posts: 28,644
edited June 2007 in 2 Channel Audio
Try the Analog Output stage..

I like it...

Lil brighter than the tube - otherwise sounds the same. I like it...

Did I say I like it? Because I do.

I think I need some silver cables in my system too -- maybe between the source and the preamp, just to add even more brightness/detail. Because I like forwardness.
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  • RuSsMaN
    RuSsMaN Posts: 17,987
    edited May 2007
    You mean the solid state output stage? The tube stage is analog also.

    Doesn't this player offer a choice of Digital, tube, and solid state output?
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    Yes, Solid State...

    Yep - digital, tube, solid state...
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  • kolyan2k
    kolyan2k Posts: 259
    edited May 2007
    which player did you have before. i have oppo dv-970hd and i am wondering if tube cdp like Original CD-A8T will be a HUGE difference or just minor ?
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  • Early B.
    Early B. Posts: 7,900
    edited May 2007
    kolyan2k wrote: »
    which player did you have before. i have oppo dv-970hd and i am wondering if tube cdp like Original CD-A8T will be a HUGE difference or just minor ?

    HUGE.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    The CDT100A was a nice upgrade to my Onix XCD 88 ---

    I think I kind of like the Solid State output better than the tube though... Just a FWIW
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  • kolyan2k
    kolyan2k Posts: 259
    edited May 2007
    ok. we are in this thread now.

    i will listen to tubes in local store. and might buy one of those chinese players.

    thanks
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    Worst case --

    You get a cool looking CDP to look at ;)
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  • BlueMDPicker
    BlueMDPicker Posts: 7,569
    edited May 2007
    That particular unit has parts upgrades in the digital signal path. I always thought all the outputs were quite good.
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  • Shizelbs
    Shizelbs Posts: 7,433
    edited May 2007
    Does the Solid State output stage have the variable output gain that can be controlled via the remote as well? I'm running sans preamp at the moment.
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  • Shizelbs
    Shizelbs Posts: 7,433
    edited May 2007
    Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote: »
    The CDT100A was a nice upgrade to my Onix XCD 88 ---

    I think I kind of like the Solid State output better than the tube though... Just a FWIW

    What tubes have you been using in the tube output stage?

    Also, FWIW, its my understanding that the headphone output is supposed to be excellent.
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  • BlueMDPicker
    BlueMDPicker Posts: 7,569
    edited May 2007
    Shizelbs wrote: »
    Does the Solid State output stage have the variable output gain that can be controlled via the remote as well?

    Yes.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    Im using the set of tubes Mike threw in with the CDP...

    I just like the Solid State outs a lil better for my taste...
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  • danger boy
    danger boy Posts: 15,722
    edited May 2007
    Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote: »
    I think I need some silver cables in my system too -- maybe between the source and the preamp, just to add even more brightness/detail. Because I like forwardness.


    careful what you wish for... silver cables can be to much of a good thing. ;)
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    Yeah... I don't think I am...

    I changed the output on the CDP, repositioned the speakers and slid the TV back about a foot or so and am digging the results...

    Has a much more forward, dynamic presentation and the soundstage is huge. :D
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited May 2007
    Well - your CDP looks really nice already, even when it's off!

    Glad to hear that the room re-arrangements helped the sound.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    Yeah, I am giving it a lil more of the display it deserves :)
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    I absolutely hate cleaning that CDP... lol
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited May 2007
    That's a nice piece of gear.

    Wonder what's next after the Stratos Extreme monoblocks, the 2nd VMPS sub, and additional Crown XTi1000 amp? You need a front projector.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    Im not going to get another Crown amp...

    I'm thinking of getting a HT processor instead of a second VMPS... just for crossover and LFE features and such.
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  • Dennis Gardner
    Dennis Gardner Posts: 4,861
    edited May 2007
    It sounds like you've reached the "tube" saturation point of your system......too much of a good thing causes a loss in detail.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    Yeah... the Candela has a heavy based tube sound. Very smooth sounding preamp.

    The Shanling's Solid State output is crystal though.
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited May 2007
    Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote: »
    Im not going to get another Crown amp...

    I'm thinking of getting a HT processor instead of a second VMPS... just for crossover and LFE features and such.

    I'd recommend something from Outlaw or Emotiva. There are some good offerings from Rotel, Parasound, Krell, McIntosh, too.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    Probally will go with Emotiva LMC 1 just because it is 13" deep and I can put it in my side cabinet and it gives me all of the processing power I will need.
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited May 2007
    Good choice. I think you're headed in the right direction. I like the components you choose, too.

    However, I've stopped upgrading a while ago. I'm like 100% content with my system right now.
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited May 2007
    BTW Trey, can you chime in on the "Auto Repair dishonesty" thread? I've got a few questions I think you can answer over there.
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    Heck, I'm 100% satisfied with my system... a month ago.

    Before it is over, I will get that other VMPS... the processor... add two more panels... and cables..

    I dont really know what to do - don't really need to do anything.

    But I did make room for my Mono blocks by putting the CDP up on top of the TV stand. Thats good news.

    And I did stay at a Holiday Inn Express last night.
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited May 2007
    Cool. When are you getting the monoblocks?
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  • VR3
    VR3 Posts: 28,644
    edited May 2007
    Probally mid/end of June.
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  • Serendipity
    Serendipity Posts: 6,975
    edited May 2007
    Good luck with that. I know you will enjoy the monos - they provide more power than you will ever need!

    Nice upgrades man.
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  • Shizelbs
    Shizelbs Posts: 7,433
    edited June 2007
    Vr3MxStyler2k3 wrote: »
    Try the Analog Output stage..

    I like it...

    Lil brighter than the tube - otherwise sounds the same. I like it...

    Did I say I like it? Because I do.

    Okay, I tried it, and Sid is right, the SS output stage is pretty impressive. I certainly like it better than the tube stage, and its probably not going to be going back to tubed for a while.

    Not sure if its the synergy, or that I just like the first SS only setup I've ever had, but whatever the rig has right now is working.

    Good rec' Sid. Glad I switched over and gave it a try.
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