Signature SACD vs dCS Paganini Transport
The Paganini Transport's dsd support is DSD256 against the Signature SACD's DSD128 and its weight 11.5 kg (25 lbs) against 13.7 kg (30 lbs). Both share bit depth (24-bit) and max sample rate (192 kHz).
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The PMG Signature SACD Transport is PS Audio's most advanced optical disc transport, designed to unlock the full potential of your CD and SACD collection. For the first time in the company's 43-year history, founder Paul McGowan has signed his name to this flagship component. The transport features a revolutionary galvanically isolated output stage that physically and electrically separates the delicate digital audio stream from its noisy environment, dramatically lowering jitter and noise. When paired with any DAC, it revitalizes CD playback with enhanced dimensionality and musicality. Through I²S connectivity, it uniquely unlocks the raw DSD master layer of SACD discs, delivering what was previously restricted to PS Audio's own DACs. This represents a major breakthrough for SACD owners, providing direct access to the master-quality source that mastering engineers originally enjoyed. The PMG Signature SACD Transport is a statement piece defining state-of-the-art disc playback.
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