UMC-200 and XDA-2 Gen 2 for 2 Channel

Loop 7
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UMC-200 and XDA-2 Gen 2 for 2 Channel Nov 9, 2015 23:53:57 GMT -5

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Post by Loop 7 on Nov 9, 2015 23:53:57 GMT -5

I know this has been discussed or at least mentioned in context but I'm a very satisfied UMC-200 owner and use an external Peachtree DAC which is also great. However, I have a chance to buy a Gen 2 XDA-2 for $140 and am seriously considering it for sonic and, unfortunately, for vanity reasons. I essentially need someone to talk me out of it.

For 2 channel (requiring USB output from my Mac Mini), I'm extremely curious how different the XDA-2 connected to the UMC-200 would sound compared to both the UMC-200 standalone or to the UMC/Peachtree DAC.

With all the challenges in life, I can't believe I'm obsessing about this. I do realize that an XMC-1 purchase would make all this mute and offer a dramatically superior 2 channel experience.

Sigh...

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jasong7319 Sensei Posts: 164	UMC-200 and XDA-2 Gen 2 for 2 Channel Nov 10, 2015 0:54:23 GMT -5 AudioHTIT likes this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by jasong7319 on Nov 10, 2015 0:54:23 GMT -5 You need someone to talk you out of it...well, personally as a fellow UMC-200 owner I'd be all over the XDA-2 Gen 2 at $140. I wouldn't even debate it. Seems like a logical purchase and a deal.
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jasong7319 Sensei Posts: 164	UMC-200 and XDA-2 Gen 2 for 2 Channel Nov 10, 2015 22:04:05 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by jasong7319 on Nov 10, 2015 22:04:05 GMT -5 Curious if you took the plunge and added the XDA-2?
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Loop 7 Protean Force Posts: 3,038	UMC-200 and XDA-2 Gen 2 for 2 Channel Nov 11, 2015 16:45:59 GMT -5 jasong7319 likes this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by Loop 7 on Nov 11, 2015 16:45:59 GMT -5 Yes, thanks to this thread and one or two reviews, I went ahead and put down the $140 and am now the proud owner of an XDA-2 Gen 2 including boxes. Immaculate it is.
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jasong7319 Sensei Posts: 164	UMC-200 and XDA-2 Gen 2 for 2 Channel Nov 11, 2015 19:13:37 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by jasong7319 on Nov 11, 2015 19:13:37 GMT -5 I intend to do the same thing once I find one available. I think you made a smart decision. Enjoy the XDA-2.
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brutiarti Protean Force Posts: 1,924	UMC-200 and XDA-2 Gen 2 for 2 Channel Nov 11, 2015 19:24:42 GMT -5 via mobile jasong7319 likes this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by brutiarti on Nov 11, 2015 19:24:42 GMT -5 I think that the xda-2 is now gone in emo's website. Used market is the way to go
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jasong7319 Sensei Posts: 164	UMC-200 and XDA-2 Gen 2 for 2 Channel Nov 11, 2015 23:43:14 GMT -5 novisnick likes this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by jasong7319 on Nov 11, 2015 23:43:14 GMT -5 I just found one local. I intend to take my own advice and hope for a quick and painless transaction. I've PM'd the seller, awaiting a response. Wish me luck.
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jasong7319 Sensei Posts: 164	UMC-200 and XDA-2 Gen 2 for 2 Channel Nov 12, 2015 1:38:05 GMT -5 Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by jasong7319 on Nov 12, 2015 1:38:05 GMT -5 The Emo XDA-2 is gen1 with silver sides (match my current setup) and shall be mine, arrangements have been made for pickup.
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UMC-200 and XDA-2 Gen 2 for 2 Channel

Post by Loop 7 on Nov 9, 2015 23:53:57 GMT -5

Post by jasong7319 on Nov 10, 2015 0:54:23 GMT -5

Post by jasong7319 on Nov 10, 2015 22:04:05 GMT -5

Post by Loop 7 on Nov 11, 2015 16:45:59 GMT -5

Post by jasong7319 on Nov 11, 2015 19:13:37 GMT -5

Post by brutiarti on Nov 11, 2015 19:24:42 GMT -5

Post by jasong7319 on Nov 11, 2015 23:43:14 GMT -5

Post by jasong7319 on Nov 12, 2015 1:38:05 GMT -5