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Product Strengths
- SA-10 sets new standards for what can be derived from silver discs
- You'll get the best detail and transient attack you've ever heard from SACD playback
- Depth and ambiance are heard in spades when playing SACDs
- Marantz's SA-10 plays SACDs to their fullest capability
Product Considerations
- The availability of music on SACD may be limited compared to streaming services
Takeaway: The Marantz SA-10 is a top-tier SACD player that unlocks the hidden potential within your disc collection. If devoted to silver discs and wanting the best possible sound, this player is a great option.
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Manufacturer product description (from their site)
The reference-standard SACD 10 is crafted to be the very best using a fully Marantz designed SACDM-3 transport mechanism for maximum rejection of resonance.
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Brand highlights
We analyzed reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—and what stands out most is the following:
- Marantz distinguishes itself through its commitment to producing slim AV receiver designs that offer essential home theater functionalities at an affordable price, catering to budget-conscious consumers seeking practicality and minimalism.
- The brand stands out for its emphasis on expandability and upgradability, equipping their entry-level models with preamp outputs for all channels, allowing consumers to enhance their systems with external power amplifiers.
- Marantz products feature the HEOS streaming platform, allowing seamless integration into multi-room audio systems, while also supporting popular streaming platforms and wireless technologies.
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Product lineup breakdown
Many Marantz amplifiers use HDAM, the company's own modules in place of standard op-amps. The PM6007 gives 45 watts for a small room, the Model 50 adds a phono input for a turntable, and the Model 10 gives 250 watts to drive demanding speakers. CINEMA receivers rise from the Cinema 70s to the 11.4 channel Cinema 30 for big theaters. CD players span the CD 60 to the SACD 10 for disc collections.
- Start here. Choose the PM6007 if you are building a first system on a budget, since it is the most affordable Marantz amplifier and easy to set up and use.
- Sweet spot. The Model 40n suits a listener who wants HEOS streaming and an HDMI ARC input for a TV alongside 70 watts, features the cheaper amplifiers lack.
- All in. The Model 10 is a statement piece priced well above the Model 50, and its 250 watts per channel let demanding speakers play loudly and easily in a large room.
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$10,001-$20,000
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Founding Year
1953
Our take on the brand
Marantz is a hifi and home theater brand founded in 1953. It started in New York, and Shirakawa Audio Works has been its manufacturing home since 2002. Many of its amplifiers use HDAM, Marantz's own modules that replace standard op-amps, and HEOS streaming is built into its receivers and network products for multi-room playback. The CINEMA receivers include the slimline Cinema 70s, and entry receivers have preamp outputs for every channel so power amplifiers can be added later. The PM7000N combines a DAC, network streaming and a phono input in one integrated amplifier.
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Metronome
AQWO 2
22000
22000
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6
Reviews
Métronome give more to Audiphiles with AQWO 2 : the famous Métronome analogue sound with your CDs and SACDs, a highend converter and now a network player. Its new 7-inch 21:9 screen allows for easy monitoring of the current reading at a comfortable distance. Like many other Métronome devices, AQWO 2 can be provided with a analog tube output, installed at the factory or later by your technician. As a converter AQWO 2+ manages both PCM and DSD formats up to 512 (x8). Robust and massive, AQWO 2 is available in Silver or Black finishes.
Métronome is a French maker of digital sources that hand-builds all of its products in France. It keeps supporting CD and SACD alongside streaming, and it aims for an analog-like character it calls le son vrai, the true sound. The AQWO 2 combines a DAC, an SACD and CD player and a network streamer in one box. The c|Aqwo 2 has two conversion paths, ESS and AKM, and lets the owner switch its output between tubes and transistors. The Le DAC 2 is a converter only, for systems that need no disc playback.
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Product Strengths
- Combines CD/SACD player, DAC, and streaming client into one unit offering versatility for digital content
- Excellent build quality, featuring a solid, elegant design and high-quality materials, such as the smooth sliding CD top plate
- Has a large, clear, and intuitive touchscreen interface for easy control and access to settings
- Delivers excellent sound quality with detail, dynamics, and a touch of warmth, making music enjoyable
- Offers a modified SACD D&M transport mechanism ensuring high-quality playback
Product Considerations
- The included remote control might not match the luxurious feel of the rest of the unit
- The Delrin puck is small and could be easily lost
- Streaming updates via firmware, and the DAC cannot be upgraded
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The AQWO 2 offers SACD functionality and streaming, while the MBL is limited to CD playback
Takeaway: The Metronome AQWO 2 is a beautifully made, versatile digital source that combines multiple functions into one high-performing unit, offering flexibility and excellent sound for audiophiles who want the best from CDs, SACDs, and streaming. It is a great choice to enjoy a wide range of digital music at a very high level.
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Métronome is a French maker of digital sources that hand-builds all of its products in France. It keeps supporting CD and SACD alongside streaming, and it aims for an analog-like character it calls le son vrai, the true sound. The AQWO 2 combines a DAC, an SACD and CD player and a network streamer in one box. The c|Aqwo 2 has two conversion paths, ESS and AKM, and lets the owner switch its output between tubes and transistors. The Le DAC 2 is a converter only, for systems that need no disc playback.
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Accuphase
DP-770
26575
26575
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2
Reviews
The high-rigidity, high-precision drive traverse mechanism equipped with an outer rotor brushless DC motor drive rotates discs smoothly and delivers accurate data reading, while the 8MDSD (DSD signal) / 8MDS++ (PCM signal) type D/A converter driving the ES9028 PRO (ESS Technologies) processor in 8 parallel channels converts the inputs into highly precise analog signals. The DP-770 also incorporates numerous noise suppression technologies like ANCC* to create an unparalleled musical experience.
Accuphase is the Japanese amplifier maker with the champagne-gold faceplates and meters, founded in 1972 and based in Yokohama. Its signature is AAVA, a volume control that changes the amplifier's gain so the music never passes through a variable resistor, and the larger models use a dual-mono layout with careful shielding between the circuits. Reviewers describe the sound as natural and lifelike. The power amplifiers come in two families, the A series running in Class A and the more powerful P series in Class AB.
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Product Strengths
- Exceptionally well-made and accurately constructed
- Versatile player that professionally handles all types of media and files
- Excellent resolution and dynamics
- Super-quiet background with zero electric hash
- Bass performance is well-controlled, firm, and finely articulated
Product Considerations
- New buttons have a low stroke, and it is hard to feel when they are pushed
- Front panel print looks a bit like a cheap screen print with too much paint used
- Sensitive to power cables
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The DP-770's bass is better controlled, firmer, and more finely articulated; it moves the soundstage a bit further behind the speakers, creating a deeper soundstage, while the Accuphase DP-720 presents vocals more upfront
- The DP-770 provides punchier transients, grippier and tighter kicks, better textures, and lower noise
Takeaway: The DP-770 is a digital player masterpiece that provides better sound from CDs and SACDs. It is resolving, dynamic, differentiating, and versatile in playing all types of media and files.
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Accuphase is the Japanese amplifier maker with the champagne-gold faceplates and meters, founded in 1972 and based in Yokohama. Its signature is AAVA, a volume control that changes the amplifier's gain so the music never passes through a variable resistor, and the larger models use a dual-mono layout with careful shielding between the circuits. Reviewers describe the sound as natural and lifelike. The power amplifiers come in two families, the A series running in Class A and the more powerful P series in Class AB.
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dCS
Rossini Apex CD/SACD Transport
26500
26500
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1
Reviews
dCS is a British maker of digital playback equipment, founded in 1987. Its work began in radar and moved from recording studios into homes. The DACs are built around the Ring DAC, a converter dCS designs in both hardware and software, with selectable filters, mapping and upsampling. Firmware updates and APEX hardware upgrades bring new features to existing units. The Bartók Apex puts a DAC, streamer, preamplifier and headphone amplifier in one box, and the Vivaldi splits DAC, upsampler, clock and transport into separate units. The Lina Network DAC is on our Best DACs list.
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Product Strengths
- The dCS Rossini Transport can handle both SACD and CD silver discs
- The Rossini DAC doubles as a network audio machine, with the ability to play from local storage and online streaming services
- The Rossini DAC can be used as a preamplifier, connected directly to a power amp or active loudspeakers
- The Rossini DAC is compatible with Spotify Connect, Deezer, Tidal, and is Roon-ready
Product Considerations
- The Rossini Transport is a purely digital device, with no onboard DACs
- The Rossini Transport relies on the DAC for its upsampling capabilities
- The various pictograms on both units take some familiarization
- When using the Rossini Transport with the DAC to play SACDs, the transmission is carried in an encrypted DSD format
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The Rossini Player is a one-box CD-only player, while the Rossini Transport/DAC v2 is a two-box CD/SACD-playing package
Takeaway: The dCS Rossini (Transport and DAC) offers flexibility with disc playback and network audio capabilities. It is a high-end system that provides a range of features for those invested in both physical media and digital audio sources.
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dCS is a British maker of digital playback equipment, founded in 1987. Its work began in radar and moved from recording studios into homes. The DACs are built around the Ring DAC, a converter dCS designs in both hardware and software, with selectable filters, mapping and upsampling. Firmware updates and APEX hardware upgrades bring new features to existing units. The Bartók Apex puts a DAC, streamer, preamplifier and headphone amplifier in one box, and the Vivaldi splits DAC, upsampler, clock and transport into separate units. The Lina Network DAC is on our Best DACs list.
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TAD
TAD-D1000TX
20990
20990
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Listening to recordings exactly as the artists intended. Made possible by an improved and refined design inside and out.
TAD, short for Technical Audio Devices, is a Japanese speaker maker with a background in professional audio engineering. Its central technology is the CST, or Coherent Source Transducer, which mounts the tweeter concentrically inside the midrange so both radiate from one point for coherent phase and stable imaging. TAD forms its beryllium diaphragms by vapor deposition. The Bi-Directional ADS port keeps port noise low and lets owners place models such as the TAD-E1TX closer to a wall, while the TAD-R1TX flagship suits large rooms.
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Product Strengths
- Precise, clean, and articulate sound
- Excellent as a digital preamp
- Superb build and finish
- Connectivity options
Product Considerations
- Some may find the presentation a little too cultured
- Rhythmic drive doesn't quite capture the energy of the music, sacrificing some fun in the process
- Prefers to err on the side of politeness, which can be a loss on more aggressive forms of music
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Chord DAVE: Chord DAVE captures more of the verve and drive of the track
Takeaway: The TAD DA1000TX is a capable and beautifully engineered unit, providing precise and clean audio. It's a great choice if sophistication and refinement are valued in a listening experience.
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TAD, short for Technical Audio Devices, is a Japanese speaker maker with a background in professional audio engineering. Its central technology is the CST, or Coherent Source Transducer, which mounts the tweeter concentrically inside the midrange so both radiate from one point for coherent phase and stable imaging. TAD forms its beryllium diaphragms by vapor deposition. The Bi-Directional ADS port keeps port noise low and lets owners place models such as the TAD-E1TX closer to a wall, while the TAD-R1TX flagship suits large rooms.
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Metronome
Le Player 4+
10800
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Released
2022
The Player 4+ is the affordable premium DAC and CD player for all audiophiles, characterized by fabulous sound reproduction. The converter part is accessible through the USB or S / P DIF input and decodes all audio file formats up to DSD 512.
Métronome is a French maker of digital sources that hand-builds all of its products in France. It keeps supporting CD and SACD alongside streaming, and it aims for an analog-like character it calls le son vrai, the true sound. The AQWO 2 combines a DAC, an SACD and CD player and a network streamer in one box. The c|Aqwo 2 has two conversion paths, ESS and AKM, and lets the owner switch its output between tubes and transistors. The Le DAC 2 is a converter only, for systems that need no disc playback.
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Product Strengths
- Exceptional build quality
- Superb sound in a single box
- Recreates music effortlessly and naturally with reference-level clarity, coherence, and transparency
- Offers a digital streaming option
- Commendable connectivity
Product Considerations
- The streaming app functionality was found to be sub-optimal, specifically the mconnect player
- The remote control doesn't match the same quality as the unit itself
- If the existing system is lean/analytical, the Metronome might not be the first choice
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Performance is a little more on the lively side of neutral, but still very well composed, and not so far from the Gryphon's performance
Takeaway: The Le Player 4+ offers superb sound and build quality with the added bonus of a digital streaming option, which is great for audiophiles still interested in CD collections. It functions as a complete digital hub, negating the need to purchase separate components.
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Our take on the brand
Métronome is a French maker of digital sources that hand-builds all of its products in France. It keeps supporting CD and SACD alongside streaming, and it aims for an analog-like character it calls le son vrai, the true sound. The AQWO 2 combines a DAC, an SACD and CD player and a network streamer in one box. The c|Aqwo 2 has two conversion paths, ESS and AKM, and lets the owner switch its output between tubes and transistors. The Le DAC 2 is a converter only, for systems that need no disc playback.
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Accuphase
DP-570
13975
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Released
2021
Equipped with quiet and smooth disc loading, the high rigidity and low center of gravity of the SA-CD/CD drive vastly improves readability, while the MDS+ type D/A converter with four parallel circuits accurately reads disc information and converts analog signals. It also supports a digital connection with a voicing equalizer and provides a programmable playlist feature that lets you enjoy listening in the order you prefer.
Accuphase is the Japanese amplifier maker with the champagne-gold faceplates and meters, founded in 1972 and based in Yokohama. Its signature is AAVA, a volume control that changes the amplifier's gain so the music never passes through a variable resistor, and the larger models use a dual-mono layout with careful shielding between the circuits. Reviewers describe the sound as natural and lifelike. The power amplifiers come in two families, the A series running in Class A and the more powerful P series in Class AB.
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Product Strengths
- Plays CDs and SACDs
- Lower noise floor than the DP450, resulting in a darker sound
- Bass notes are richer sounding compared to the DP450
- More soundstage in terms of width and height compared to the DP450
- More three-dimensionality in sound compared to the DP450, with better placement of instruments
- More texture and detail to the sound
Product Considerations
- Not the cheapest option for a CD/SACD player
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs DP450: DP-570 has a lot lower noise floor, so it was quite a lot darker sounding, and also the bass notes were particularly richer sounding
- Vs DP450: DP-570 has more detail, better positioning of elements, and sound stages
- Vs DP450: DP-570 offers a wider soundstage
Takeaway: The DP-570 is a great CD/SACD player if you are looking for richer sound and detail. It offers great improvements in soundstage and dimensionality compared to other models.
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Accuphase is the Japanese amplifier maker with the champagne-gold faceplates and meters, founded in 1972 and based in Yokohama. Its signature is AAVA, a volume control that changes the amplifier's gain so the music never passes through a variable resistor, and the larger models use a dual-mono layout with careful shielding between the circuits. Reviewers describe the sound as natural and lifelike. The power amplifiers come in two families, the A series running in Class A and the more powerful P series in Class AB.
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T+A
MP 2500 R G3
14990
/
Released
2024
The MP 2500 R G3 stands as one of the most meticulously crafted multi-source players ever conceived by T+A. While it shares its conceptual and technological lineage with the MP 2000 R, this device elevates the experience of high-resolution audio to new heights. Replacing the CD drive with a high-end SACD mechanism, the MP 2500 R G3 offers an even more refined rendition of this timeless medium. Coupled with an array of external SP-DIF devices, a high-performance tuner featuring FM/FM-HD, DAB+, and Internet radio, alongside the latest streaming services and connect functionalities like Apple AirPlay 2, the MP 2500 R G3 becomes the heart of any music system—a centrepiece whose prowess is matched only by its understated elegance.
T+A is a German hifi company in Herford, founded in 1978, whose name stands for Theorie und Anwendung, or theory and application. It designs and produces its own amplifiers, players, speakers and headphones. The HV-Series and R-Series use high-voltage power supplies to give solid-state circuits a tube-like response, and select DACs and players use a True 1-bit converter that keeps DSD native instead of converting it to PCM. The Caruso series puts streaming, CD and radio in one box with a touchscreen, and the Solitaire P is on our Best Planar Magnetic Headphones list.
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Product Strengths
- Equipped with the same SACD drive as T+A's high-end SACD player, the MP 3100 HV
- Developed to reproduce high-resolution audio files without any trace of compromise
- Equipped with both symmetrical (XLR) and asymmetrical (RCA) analogue outputs, it features a jitter-free digital output
- As a source controller, it is equipped for pretty much every contingency
- The built-in digital tuner offers FM, FM-HD, and DAB+ capabilities
Product Considerations
- The Music Navigator app refused to acknowledge the presence of the MP 2500 R, a message appearing that the app was only compatible with T+A's Cala CDR/SR and MP8 network devices
- There was no sign of the player on the Roon network, so clearly this will come in a future update
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs MP 3100 HV: The MP 2500 R comes equipped with the same SACD drive as T+A's high-end SACD player—the MP 3100 HV
Takeaway: The MP 2500 R is a versatile multi-source player that can play SACDs, stream music, and tune into radio. It has high-resolution audio capabilities and offers many connectivity options, making it a convenient addition to any hifi system
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T+A is a German hifi company in Herford, founded in 1978, whose name stands for Theorie und Anwendung, or theory and application. It designs and produces its own amplifiers, players, speakers and headphones. The HV-Series and R-Series use high-voltage power supplies to give solid-state circuits a tube-like response, and select DACs and players use a True 1-bit converter that keeps DSD native instead of converting it to PCM. The Caruso series puts streaming, CD and radio in one box with a touchscreen, and the Solitaire P is on our Best Planar Magnetic Headphones list.
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ESOTERIC
K-05XD
12000
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Released
2023
Uncompromising quality refined with flagship technology. Beautiful styling. High-quality sound worthy of the term "high-end".
Esoteric is a Japanese hifi company, founded in 1987, best known for its CD and SACD players. Its players are built around the VRDS Atlas transport, a rigid disc-clamping mechanism designed to minimize disc vibration and improve reading accuracy. The company designs its own Master Sound Discrete DAC in place of off-the-shelf chips. Inside, power supplies are kept physically apart from the audio circuits, and multi-layered chassis reduce internal vibration. The K-05XD uses the same VRDS Atlas transport as the players above it, and the Grandioso K1X SE is the flagship player.
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Product Strengths
- Impressively pristine sonic presentation with exceptional clarity and detail resolution
- Solid aluminum block construction, crafted with precision
- The VRDS-ATLAS 05 drive ensures undisturbed readout and smooth rotation of discs
- Exceptionally open, transparent sound
Product Considerations
- Price puts it beyond the means of most
- The floating top plate can be disconcerting upon unpacking
Takeaway: The Esoteric K-05XD is a beautifully built and high-performing SACD/CD player that plays back music with integrity. It is filled with top-notch electronics and mechanics to portray the emotional facets of music in all its nuances.
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Esoteric is a Japanese hifi company, founded in 1987, best known for its CD and SACD players. Its players are built around the VRDS Atlas transport, a rigid disc-clamping mechanism designed to minimize disc vibration and improve reading accuracy. The company designs its own Master Sound Discrete DAC in place of off-the-shelf chips. Inside, power supplies are kept physically apart from the audio circuits, and multi-layered chassis reduce internal vibration. The K-05XD uses the same VRDS Atlas transport as the players above it, and the Grandioso K1X SE is the flagship player.
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Metronome
Le Player 4
10800
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Released
2022
Le Player 4 is the high-end "top-loading" CD Transport that all audiophiles were waiting for, with its classic design and high-end sound reproduction. Without an integrated DAC, Le Player 4 reads and upsamples your CDs up to DSD 128, for optimal listening pleasure.
Métronome is a French maker of digital sources that hand-builds all of its products in France. It keeps supporting CD and SACD alongside streaming, and it aims for an analog-like character it calls le son vrai, the true sound. The AQWO 2 combines a DAC, an SACD and CD player and a network streamer in one box. The c|Aqwo 2 has two conversion paths, ESS and AKM, and lets the owner switch its output between tubes and transistors. The Le DAC 2 is a converter only, for systems that need no disc playback.
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Product Strengths
- The CD transport on Le Player is considered a pleasure to use, with a satisfying mechanism and tactile experience when loading CDs
- Le Player and Le DAC have a clean, detailed, and dynamic sound signature
- Le Player's top-panel capacitive-touch controls are elegant and avoid fingerprints
- Metronome products are known for impeccable build quality
- Le Player offers both CD playing and streaming capabilities, providing versatility
Product Considerations
- The remote included with Le Player is functional but not as appealing as the electronics themselves
- Le Player was not Roon Ready at the time of the reviews
- The CD player functionality on Le Player 4+ was considered a bit sparse
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Lampizator Big 7 with Stack Audio streamer—the Lampizator has a more 'pleasing' sound, while the Metronome is considered less colored and more hifi
- Le Player 4+ is considered to have a closer allegiance to the Denafrips Terminator +, characterized by density and minor warmth
Takeaway: Metronome Le Player and Le DAC offer a blend of detailed and dynamic sound with high-end build quality. With both CD playing and streaming capabilities (on some models), it provides a versatile option for enjoying both physical and digital music.
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Our take on the brand
Métronome is a French maker of digital sources that hand-builds all of its products in France. It keeps supporting CD and SACD alongside streaming, and it aims for an analog-like character it calls le son vrai, the true sound. The AQWO 2 combines a DAC, an SACD and CD player and a network streamer in one box. The c|Aqwo 2 has two conversion paths, ESS and AKM, and lets the owner switch its output between tubes and transistors. The Le DAC 2 is a converter only, for systems that need no disc playback.
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