Comments on the NuPrime integrated.
It looks pretty cool, has DSD capability, and has a visible display. Power output seems to about the same as a d200. However, I still think the devialet is much more flexible with phono inputs and software upgrade capability. I have heard the previous Nuforce REF9SE (?) in my system when I was using the Rowland Model 10 and I thought the Rowland had a much better top end extension and a musical presentation. The Nuforce had really good bass but a bit clinical in its presentation. If the new Nuprime Integrated sounds similar to the older Nuforce designs, I think the devialet might be a much better product. Of course, I need to listen to it before drawing any conclusions. YMMV.
Edit: The review was pretty good. He didn't mention anything about HF extension. I presume there were no issues with HF. At the price ($2350 in the US), it should be a really good value and should sell well.
It looks pretty cool, has DSD capability, and has a visible display. Power output seems to about the same as a d200. However, I still think the devialet is much more flexible with phono inputs and software upgrade capability. I have heard the previous Nuforce REF9SE (?) in my system when I was using the Rowland Model 10 and I thought the Rowland had a much better top end extension and a musical presentation. The Nuforce had really good bass but a bit clinical in its presentation. If the new Nuprime Integrated sounds similar to the older Nuforce designs, I think the devialet might be a much better product. Of course, I need to listen to it before drawing any conclusions. YMMV.
Edit: The review was pretty good. He didn't mention anything about HF extension. I presume there were no issues with HF. At the price ($2350 in the US), it should be a really good value and should sell well.
--- JayR
Acer Aspire / Sony SCD-777ES -- Devialet D-200 -- Audio Physic Virgo 25
Acer Aspire / Sony SCD-777ES -- Devialet D-200 -- Audio Physic Virgo 25