bjackson Wrote: > Here's what I'd like to see > > but in an audiophile version I'd like: > > 1. 1/4 headphone jack with good headphone section behind it > > 2. Modular design: > Here's what I think would be cool. A small box that composes the > actual slimdevices software and hardware with changable DAC box, and > output stage box, and power supply box, so if I wanted to change out > the DAC, it'd be as simple as pulling out the BB1741 section and > replacing it with an AD section, etc. Or if I wanted a tube output > section I could take off the output section, and snap in a 12ax7 tube > section, and all of this would be open so I could design and build one > myself :) > > Atleast I'd LOVE it, but I'm sure it'd cost too much and be very > impractical. > SB.
I like the thought of modular design. Magnum Dynalab is doing this now, (although on a product that is far too high priced for mankind). Today the SB2 is a very good sounding unit. It offers unique value in Squeeze Network and the open source model. However, investing in better packaging or purchase model options is something Slim Devices is going to have to do or grow no further in the marketplace than where they sit today. (note: never stop offering wireless and wired only models!). This offering is starting to creep into other product lines and will grow into a mainline offering with other "Squeeze Networks" along with getting bundled into common priced receivers. Onkyo and Integra is already trying with their "NetTune" offering. I would have to think Slim devices is aware of this. I say "SB2 owners - throw your ideas out" so Slim Devices hears, and hopefully, reacts. I like the product. Sadly I have trouble debating my wife. It does appear to be a $250.00 clock radio. I would be happy to pay $400.00 to $500.00 if it came in a nice case with only a few improvements. We all would benefit. Slim devices earnings go up, the company does not get pounded out of existance by the big wallet based companies, and we end up with a refined nicer looking unit. My 2 cents: - single box, (f you going to worry about Pwr Spl interference just build the proper shielded box) - thick faceplate, (this simply looks good and sells) - black or brushed options - 1/4 headphone jack with good headphone section behind it (YES! make that section descrete pure class A or tubed) - basic controls on front, (know you can use it with a lost remote; caution though, keep the front simple) - fixed or variable output option on the analog out - analog out, (descrete pure class A or tubed : at a minimum use opamps, but drive them single ended class A) - link light on the Ethernet jack on the back, (you should be scolded for not doing this in the first place) Thanks for listening, JazzFan -- jazzfan _______________________________________________ audiophiles mailing list [email protected] http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/audiophiles
