Morning all...thoughts appreciated here...
Having recently moved house, I'm going to get a 2nd system. I am thinking of either going 272/250/XPS or KDS1/Supernait 2/hicap. I already have the KDS1 btw, so the first option could see it traded in.
I'm going to to take the KDS1 along and have a listen to the various combinations. However what am dithering on is whether to keep my Rega P9/apheta for use in the 2nd system. What I'm not sure about is the solo options that might be available. I am currently using an Aria in the main rig with my RP10 and it works beautifully with the Apheta, which I have found to match poorly with a Prefix in the past. I assume that this was an impedance issue.
Simply getting another Aria is clearly an option, but I wondered if anyone else has any alternative ideas and/or any experience of the Rega turntables into the 272 in particular. I've done a fair bit of searching but I haven't seen very much about people's experiences of running analogue through one of these.
All thoughts very much welcomed!
Posted on: 07 January 2016 by Frank Abela
How's this for an expensive option? Buy a Rega IOS Reference for the main system and relegate the Aria to the 2nd system along with the P9. The IOS Ref is extraordinary...
Regards,
Frank.
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Posted on: 07 January 2016 by Hmack
Oscars keeper,
Your 1st system must be pretty good if you are considering using a KDS1 in your 2nd. Could I ask what you plan to use in the 1st?
Both of the options you outline sound exceptionally good. Although I have't personally heard the 272, I have not seen a single bad review, so it must be extremely good. I have however heard the KDS1, which I think is exceptional.
I would be surprised if the streaming/DAC components of the 272 are better, given the difference in relative cost. However, the overall balance of the system based on the 272 may be better. I suspect that few people on the forum will have spent a lot of time with both the 272 and KDS1, and that only you will be able to decide.
I would emphasise the advantage of a home demo if at all possible. I have found this to be the only way to ensure I end up with no doubts about the wisdom of my choice.
Good luck.
