Minimalist PMC AML1 based Setup

[hubiedubie]

I am thinking of setting up a very minimalist setup similar to others

 

mentioned here. It will consist of the following:

 

 

Speakers: PMC AML1 Active Speakers

Source: Either one of the following sources:

a. Slimdevices Transporter

b. Linn Majik DS

c. Squeezebox + Benchmark DAC-1

 

I have 2 questions:

 

1. Which do you think would be the best source(in terms of pure sound

 

quality)?

2. Do I need a preamp for any of these sources?

 

I'd also be interested to hear of peoples' experiences with the AML1s as this

 

will be my first foray into pro-audio speakers.

 

Many thanks in advance for your help.

 

Hubiedubie

 

[The Computer Audiophile]

Hi Hubiedubie - Having listened to the Transporter and the Squeezebox, but not the Linn system I really can't offer a solid opinion that I'd stand behind. I'm personally not a fan of the wireless transports, but I know tons of people who can't live without them and love the sound.