MSB Analog DAC vs Totaldac d1

[mauidan]

I know Adam has heard these DACs in his system, but has anyone else compared them?

 

[dallasjustice]

I don't think Elberoth had the Analog DAC.

 

[mauidan]

I don't think Elberoth had the Analog DAC.

You're wrong, and mahalo for not responding to my PM.

 

[dallasjustice]

You are welcome.

Elberoth compared the MSB $45k DAC against the totaldac d1, if I am not mistaken. I am sure you will let me know if I am.

 

[edorr]

You are welcome.

Elberoth compared the MSB $45k DAC against the totaldac d1, if I am not mistaken. I am sure you will let me know if I am.

He definitely auditioned other MSB DAC models than the top of the line Diamond. If this also included the analog I don't recall.

 

[mauidan]

He definitely auditioned other MSB DAC models than the top of the line Diamond. If this also included the analog I don't recall.

http://www.audioaficionado.org/mbl-dcs-goldmund-gryphon-etc/17906-msb-analog-dac.html

 

[NorthStar]

http://www.audioaficionado.org/mbl-dcs-goldmund-gryphon-etc/17906-msb-analog-dac.html

Your link is dead!

 

[mauidan]

Your link is dead!

You need to log in as an AA member to view the thread.

 

[NorthStar]

You need to log in as an AA member to view the thread.

That is a total annoyance don't you think.

 

[mauidan]

That is a total annoyance don't you think.

No.

If you don't like it, talk to Ivan.

BTW, I'm not trying to promote AA, I posted the link for those who "don't think," or "don't recall."

 

[john925]

I felt MSB Analog has more attack, but Totaldac D-1 Dual more balanced. Analog plays brass beautifully while Totaldac makes Woodwind vivid in your face.

 

[Alexis]

I am also very curious. I' bought the analog, but i'am looking forward to test also the D1..
I heard the total dac system last Munich High End show and was very impressed.
In my opinion total and analog are the most hot dacs on the market now..

I also bought the total usb filter cable.

 

[Alexis]

I felt MSB Analog has more attack, but Totaldac D-1 Dual more balanced. Analog plays brass beautifully while Totaldac makes Woodwind vivid in your face.

Hi john,
You compared msb analog a) with powerebase or with the standard brick b) via usb? It makes a big difference..
Thank you very much

 

[john925]

Hi john,
You compared msb analog a) with powerebase or with the standard brick b) via usb? It makes a big difference..
Thank you very much

I listen to Analog with its standard power not the better powerbase and via AES not usb. I would say Analog is a very good dac that I've heard of. But maybe due to the synergy with the amplifier, ASR Luna 6, and speaker, Marten Django, I felt Totaldac is a little more balanced. IMHO.

 

[Elberoth]

I had both DACs at home, but not at the same time so it is difficoult to make definitive statements. I wish I could be more helpful. I ended up buying the MSB Diamond DAC.

 

[Alexis]

Tomorrow I' ll try my old debussy with dsd firmware upgrading against my new msb analog, Both via usb with the total dac filter cabel. (wow)
In my prediction deb is more forward and fast, analog indeed more relaxed and envolving. I presume a better marriage with my tad speakers.
The last firmware upgrading on the msb, last month, should have change something, since my last audition.
Let's see.

 

[Alexis]

I listen to Analog with its standard power not the better powerbase and via AES not usb. I would say Analog is a very good dac that I've heard of. But maybe due to the synergy with the amplifier, ASR Luna 6, and speaker, Marten Django, I felt Totaldac is a little more balanced. IMHO.

John, may I ask you was you mean ezactly with more "balanced"?
Thank you!

 

[john925]

John, may I ask you was you mean ezactly with more "balanced"?
Thank you!

The Django has three woofers. It definitely won't be shy on the bass. So matching with Analog, which already has enough authority on the low register, gives me a little bit to much bass. I'm not a guy hunger for bass. Totaldac suited better in this scenario. It delivered sweeter highs and more vivid woodwind. But the sound stage of the orchestra is almost the same between the two. But I guess the Analog might perform better on some piano sonata. I own neither of them and I don't think I can recall every detail correctly. You may find a dealer to compare these two. If you can do a home audition, then it would be perfect.

 

[Alexis]

I opened yesterday my brandnew msb analog, the sound is good, but I have to play some hundred hours for break-in, I suppose..
The last analog msb I tested last month ( a loan from the distributor) has a widly open soundstage...
some experience about break in time with msb?

 

[MJB]

Congrats Alexis!