The XA30.5 had the lifelike smoothness and purity in spades
Benchmark dac1 hdr
The DAC1 HDR is an all-in-one reference-quality stereo pre-amplifier. This stereo pre-amp brings together all the best features and performance of the award-winning DAC1 family with the convenience of an intelligent remote control solution. The DAC1 HDR combines some of Benchmark's finest engineering accomplishments into one device: the DAC1 digital-to-analog audio converter with UltraLock clock system, AdvancedUSB computer audio playback (USB DAC) interface, and the legendary HPA2 headphone amplifier. The unique remote control solution of the DAC1 HDR is built around Benchmark's new HDR-VC (high dynamic range volume control)
Sony sacd player xa9000es
Sony's third-generation flagship
Sonus Faber Grand Piano
The Grand Piano is the top of Sonus Faber's "affordable" Concerto series
Audience Au24
Au24 cable line reflect the latest thinking in state of the art, high-resolution technology.
Audience Au24
Au24 cable line reflect the latest thinking in state of the art, high-resolution technology.
Audience Au24 Jumpers
Au24 cable line reflect the latest thinking in state of the art, high-resolution technology.
Stereovox XV2
The new XV2 is a flexible, small diameter cable of unusual precision, constructed from pure tape-wrapped Full Density PTFE Teflon, a silver-plated copper woven shield, an FEP jacket and a single high-purity silver plated copper conductor.
Core MOD3
Core Audio Designs MOD3 audio rack solid walnut
Sennheiser headphones HD 800 S
It very well may be the best headphone I've ever heard.
Cardas for HD 800 S
The best after-market upgrade cable for the best headphones. 1/4" Cardas Rhodium plug
AKG headphone K701
The AKG K701s remain a top contender for "world's greatest headphones,"
I really love the simplicity and your choice of audiophile gear in this system. My past experience with a minimalist system has alway been higher quality sound, than having more than you rally need. Beautiful too.