A Year of Firsts: Recalling the Unforgettable 1989 Moments

The year 1989 is often referred to as a "magic moment" in history. It was a year filled with significant events and changes that had a profound impact on the world. From political revolutions to cultural milestones, 1989 was a year that shaped the course of history. One of the most memorable events of 1989 was the fall of the Berlin Wall. On November 9, 1989, the barrier that had divided Berlin for nearly three decades finally came down. This symbolic act of unity marked the end of the Cold War and the beginning of a new era.

We hook the Cambridge up to a Macbook Pro via USB type-B, feed it Arab Strap’s Fable Of The Urban Fox (16-bit/44.1kHz) and are instantly impressed by the articulacy of Aidan Moffat’s trademark poetic storytelling through the 200M. It not only communicates his unmistakable Scottish accent but also the masterful cadence of his delivery.

High-resolution file support goes beyond what most people will need the USB-type B goes up to 32-bit 768kHz and DSD512, above the bitrate of most commercially available music files, while the opticals and coaxials top out at 24-bit 96kHz and 24-bit 192kHz respectively. Don t let the compact design of this DAC fool you, it can handily adapt to nearly any system, from a headphone listening setup to a fully-balanced HiFi system, the capability is there.

This symbolic act of unity marked the end of the Cold War and the beginning of a new era. The fall of the Berlin Wall represented the triumph of freedom and democracy over oppression and division. Another significant event in 1989 was the Tiananmen Square protests in China.

Cambridge Audio DacMagic 200M - review/comparison?

Hi, just wondering if anyone can let me know from specs if this is likely to be better than something like the SMSL M400?

I'm sure someone here will review this unit properly when it's release, but I've got my custom Purifi 5chan amp from Apollon turning up in a week and I want to decide on DAC to pair with it, and this is cheaper than the M400 I already have upstairs!

raistlin65

Major Contributor

You might want to specify what features you need with a DAC, as there are $100 units that are easily considered to be noise and distortion free within the range of human hearing.

Sg86

Member

raistlin65

Major Contributor

Sorry. I can't help with that. I ignore MQA as a feature for these reasons

Sg86

Member

Sorry. I can't help with that. I ignore MQA as a feature for these reasons

I don't care about what you think about MQA, that isn't why I created the thread.

Take you feelings about a technology elsewhere, and don't comment if you have no advice on the hardware.

ahofer

Major Contributor

Cambridge doesn't use measurements, which is a huge strike against them. But in terms of streaming functionality, I find their streamer/DACs excellent - full Roon integration, Chromecast support, airplay support, seamless switching between them. Really top notch.

• “Beliefs are hypotheses to be tested, not treasures to be guarded." - Philip Tetlock
• "Scientifically improbable claims require scientifically impeccable evidence" - Me.
• ”We have been drawing attention….to the absolute necessity to separate the quantitative judgement of audio from the qualitative judgement by removing loudness as a bias. It has been ignored, and the audiophile business carrys on its own merry way. Those who work in sound professionally know that this is lesson 1 semester 1 in audiology: the very core of the science. So we have given up trying to educate on this point, as every audio engineer has eventually done over the last half century, as the usual audiophile has an emotional need which cannot be reached by logic, reasoning and science.” - Alan Shaw

Sg86

Member

Cambridge doesn't use measurements, which is a huge strike against them. But in terms of streaming functionality, I find their streamer/DACs excellent - full Roon integration, Chromecast support, airplay support, seamless switching between them. Really top notch.

I was going to connect an Intel NUC to this/M400 via USB, NUC has Roon bridge on it.

If this 200M has Roon bridge software on it then no brainer for me, didn't think that was the case though?

Aldoszx

Active Member

I don't think will have any software in it. I t is only a DAC, an improvement over the respectable DacMagic Plus.
They changed the DAC chip inside from Wolfson 8740 to ESS 9028Q2M
Maybe we'll see some measurements sometimes.

murraycamp

Senior Member

I don't care about what you think about MQA, that isn't why I created the thread.

Take you feelings about a technology elsewhere, and don't comment if you have no advice on the hardware.

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CCA (Qobuz)/CD transport>MiniDSP SHD>Quirk Audio/NAD 2200>JBL 590s
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raistlin65

Major Contributor

I don't care about what you think about MQA, that isn't why I created the thread.

Take you feelings about a technology elsewhere, and don't comment if you have no advice on the hardware.

Don't be an ass. I was trying to help by asking you what features you needed, and then offering the reason why I couldn't help with that feature. And I don't know what you know about MQA. A lot of people don't know about why they might not want to care about it.

How about if you don't like the free advice you are getting, you either (a) ignore it or (b) hire a consultant who is paid to deal with your attitude?

Wes

Major Contributor

You might start by not confusing feeling with data.

BDWoody

Chief Cat Herder

I don't care about what you think about MQA, that isn't why I created the thread.

Take you feelings about a technology elsewhere, and don't comment if you have no advice on the hardware.

There ain't no Coupe deVille hiding at the bottom of a Cracker Jack Box. - Meat Loaf

When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time. - Maya Angelou

ahofer

Major Contributor

I was going to connect an Intel NUC to this/M400 via USB, NUC has Roon bridge on it.

If this 200M has Roon bridge software on it then no brainer for me, didn't think that was the case though?

• “Beliefs are hypotheses to be tested, not treasures to be guarded." - Philip Tetlock
• "Scientifically improbable claims require scientifically impeccable evidence" - Me.
• ”We have been drawing attention….to the absolute necessity to separate the quantitative judgement of audio from the qualitative judgement by removing loudness as a bias. It has been ignored, and the audiophile business carrys on its own merry way. Those who work in sound professionally know that this is lesson 1 semester 1 in audiology: the very core of the science. So we have given up trying to educate on this point, as every audio engineer has eventually done over the last half century, as the usual audiophile has an emotional need which cannot be reached by logic, reasoning and science.” - Alan Shaw

bigx5murf

Addicted to Fun and Learning

Cambridge doesn't use measurements, which is a huge strike against them. But in terms of streaming functionality, I find their streamer/DACs excellent - full Roon integration, Chromecast support, airplay support, seamless switching between them. Really top notch.

What do you base that on? The few of their products Amir has reviewed have shown to meet or exceed their listed specs.

ahofer

Major Contributor

What do you base that on? The few of their products Amir has reviewed have shown to meet or exceed their listed specs.

Fair - they have published Frequency response, S/N, crosstalk. I don't think I've seen the Cambridge reviews here. I've been a bit turned off by the opacity on what sort of DAC is running in the Edge NQ, and that they claim to have "tuned" the whole Edge line by ear. I own one (NQ) btw. They offered it to me at a decent discount with a service return of my prior Cambridge DAC,back when it first came out.

The only thing I could get out of them - via direct email contact - was "we can confirm it is a NOS DAC".

It's nice DAC with great streaming and balanced outputs. Probably not worth a dime more than the CXN tho.

• “Beliefs are hypotheses to be tested, not treasures to be guarded." - Philip Tetlock
• "Scientifically improbable claims require scientifically impeccable evidence" - Me.
• ”We have been drawing attention….to the absolute necessity to separate the quantitative judgement of audio from the qualitative judgement by removing loudness as a bias. It has been ignored, and the audiophile business carrys on its own merry way. Those who work in sound professionally know that this is lesson 1 semester 1 in audiology: the very core of the science. So we have given up trying to educate on this point, as every audio engineer has eventually done over the last half century, as the usual audiophile has an emotional need which cannot be reached by logic, reasoning and science.” - Alan Shaw

Sorry. I can't help with that. I ignore MQA as a feature for these reasons

In the spring of that year, students and other activists gathered in Beijing's Tiananmen Square to demand political reform and freedom of speech. The protests were met with a violent crackdown by the Chinese government, resulting in the loss of hundreds of lives. The events in Tiananmen Square captured the world's attention and became a symbol of resistance against authoritarian regimes. In the realm of popular culture, 1989 was a groundbreaking year. It saw the release of iconic albums such as Madonna's "Like a Prayer" and the debut of the "Simpsons" television series. These cultural milestones helped shape the music and entertainment industry for years to come. Furthermore, 1989 marked the beginning of a new era in space exploration. The Voyager 2 spacecraft made a historic flyby of Neptune, providing valuable insights into the outer reaches of our solar system. This achievement expanded our understanding of the universe and inspired future missions. In conclusion, 1989 was a year filled with magic moments that had a profound impact on the world. From the fall of the Berlin Wall to the Tiananmen Square protests, it was a year of significant political and cultural changes. The events of 1989 shaped the course of history and continue to resonate with us today..

Reviews for "Pop Culture Icons of 1989: From Madonna to Michael Jackson"

1. Emma - 2/5 - I was really looking forward to watching "Magic Moments 1989", especially since I heard so many great things about it. However, I was incredibly disappointed. The plot was confusing and all over the place, making it hard for me to follow and stay engaged. The characters lacked depth and I didn't feel a connection to any of them. The acting was also subpar, with the dialogue feeling forced and unnatural. Overall, "Magic Moments 1989" did not live up to the hype and left me feeling unsatisfied.

2. Ryan - 1/5 - I have never been more bored watching a movie than I was during "Magic Moments 1989". The pacing was incredibly slow and dragged on, making the film feel like it lasted an eternity. The storyline was predictable and uninspiring, offering nothing new or exciting. The acting was mediocre at best, with most of the cast delivering wooden performances. The whole film felt like a cheap imitation of other, better movies. Save yourself the time and skip "Magic Moments 1989".

3. Sarah - 2/5 - "Magic Moments 1989" had so much potential, but it fell flat in several areas. The cinematography was lackluster, with poorly framed shots and underwhelming visuals. The soundtrack was forgettable and did not enhance the overall experience. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked depth, making it difficult to care about their journey. The script felt cliché and unoriginal, relying on tired tropes and predictable plot twists. Overall, "Magic Moments 1989" failed to deliver an engaging and captivating film.

4. Michael - 2/5 - I had high hopes for "Magic Moments 1989" as a fan of the genre, but unfortunately, it did not meet my expectations. The film lacked originality and felt like a rehash of similar movies from the past. The pacing was uneven, with slow and uneventful moments followed by rushed and confusing scenes. The dialogue was uninspiring and the acting left much to be desired. "Magic Moments 1989" may appeal to die-hard fans of the genre, but for me, it was a forgettable and disappointing experience.

Rewinding the Tape: Iconic Music Videos from 1989