Have given 8.1 a try since it was released and definitely did enjoy the sound and functionality
(I did like it most via USB and phono than other sources whereby all was OK)
Today morning - and out of curiosity - did load 7.1.3 to confirm my choice for 8.1 and close the 7.x topic...
After listening to the first few pieces I had the feeling to have come back to music again
In my chain and for my ears 7.1.3 is much more musical plus combining the improved control in bass and resolution in mids
(without being aggressive nor as analytical as 8.1)
Bottom line is that for the moment my FW journey is over and instead of confirming 8.1 I will stick with 7.1.3 via Ethernet
It´s a pity to loose functionality like RAM and ICM though but for the moment from a music point of view no other choice for me
(I did like it most via USB and phono than other sources whereby all was OK)
Today morning - and out of curiosity - did load 7.1.3 to confirm my choice for 8.1 and close the 7.x topic...
After listening to the first few pieces I had the feeling to have come back to music again
In my chain and for my ears 7.1.3 is much more musical plus combining the improved control in bass and resolution in mids
(without being aggressive nor as analytical as 8.1)
Bottom line is that for the moment my FW journey is over and instead of confirming 8.1 I will stick with 7.1.3 via Ethernet
It´s a pity to loose functionality like RAM and ICM though but for the moment from a music point of view no other choice for me