No, because the sound signal needs to go through the components within the ZROCK.Of course, unlike the previous ZROCK2, it could be bypassed with a switch. That feature REALLY needs to be re-implemented!
In my situation, I have a vast collection of premium recordings which absolutely do not need this unit in the signal path. I only bought this to help rectify the overly compressed standard issue recordings which I can't replace with premium recordings which do not use compression limiters or filtering to destroy the original master recording during the transfer process. Telarc audiophile offerings from the 80's were a good example of this. I have many Classical recordings under the Telarc label.
Today, I am purchasing every HDCD, BSCD2, SHM-CD format disc that I can find, many direct from Japan where they are mastered. I have quite a few LPCD direct from master recordings as well.
Obviously, there is zero need for any additional signal processing or "correction" factors necessary. My current tube DAC is as about as pure and natural sounding as digital can possibly get. I just want to inject the signal with lesser quailty recordings that need help. HQ discs need to pass straight through to the amplifier to hear the DAC without any extra processing.
What I have done is to order all HQ audiophile grade parts to build a purist BYPASS box to do just that. I have some very high grade silver contact NKK DPDT (ON-ON) toggle switches with LED indicators coming. I have a small metal enclosure to create this with. I ordered several sets of HQ Manley Labs gold plated/teflon RCA jacks for this also. The internal wiring will be done with high purity silver wire and silver solder.
This will allow quick and easy bypass and insertion when needed at the flick of a switch.
Like stated, yes, I can simply break in the unit for now with just a source feeding a signal to it, leaving it on continuously for a couple of weeks to get it seasoned properly. OR, just insert it in the system now, simply bypassing the signal when I am actually listening.
I will be doing extensive reviews concerning the use of this new ZROCK3 using various grades of CD quality. There will be a great deal of A/B testing if you will concerning this. I will be providing extensive in-depth details about the performance of the ZROCK3 in my system with a great deal of comparative listening.
The ZROCK3 should have shipped out from Decware today, so I hope to get it by next Tuesday.
As soon as I get it, it begins the break-in period. I will be sure to listen to it in the fresh green stage for future comparisons as to how it improves over time. Then it shall remain quiet in the system until it gets a good 200 hours on it. (just a couple of weeks continuous play in loop)
You could try using a Y-splitter to split the output from the ZROCK3 to a secondary amp (or dummy load) while keeping the main system muted. This would still allow burn-in without affecting the current sound quality
Yes, that is a good suggestion, but it won't be necessary with my bypass switch box coming soon. Thanks for that suggestion.
Okay, well I have this under control. I do appreciate the feedback. Keep an eye out in the near future for continuous reviews coming from me concerning the ZROCK3. You may find it interesting.
I will be starting a new thread in the digital section which pertains to my new tube DAC builds in the works. These will be the premium components used for the comparative testing. I will get started on that new thread in the next week or so.
I have many new HQ Audiophile discs, and many more coming. I shall see how these compare with standard Redbook CD's rectified by the ZROCK3.
Later.
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