Differences between Lexicon MC-1, DC-1, DC-2 (1 Viewer)

[Brett M]

Can someone give me a rundown on the differences between the Lexicon MC-1, DC-1, and DC-2? Assume fully loaded and v. 4.0 software on all.

I had pretty much been sold on the MC-1, but am hearing that it's the exact same unit as the DC-1 except with a few more inputs. If I don't need the inputs specifically, I could save 1k+ and put it into nicer amps, etc., etc.

So what's the story?

Also, with getting a 5-channel amp and 2-channel amp, is it best to put the 2-channel amp on the fronts, or does it matter (assuming same wattage all the way around).

Thanks much!

 

[Michael Ipp]

It does get confusing.
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[Michael Reuben]

I had pretty much been sold on the MC-1, but am hearing that it's the exact same unit as the DC-1 except with a few more inputs.

I've had both, and the MC-1 is a vastly superior unit. If you plan to use it for video switching, the MC-1 is a must. The DC-1's video circuitry was weak and, in some instances, caused significant signal loss and a poorer picture. The MC-1's video switching was completely re-engineered and is rock solid.

The MC-1 is also audibly quieter than the DC-1 (which was pretty damn quiet to begin with). It has a better signal-to-noise ratio and a lower noise "floor".

With today's sources, the DC-1 did not have enough digital inputs. I'm currently using five digital connections, which is more than the DC-1 offered.

M.

 

[Will Gatlin Jr]

IMHO "Sonically" (Logic 7/Multi ch music-movies) the MC-1,DC-2,DC-1, are the same.

 

[Philip Brandes]

Bret,

This isn't true--there were significant differences between the MC-1 and DC-1 (different DACs, audio section). The source of confusion here might be the DC-2, which was released at the same time as the MC-1 and has the same audio components. If you can live with the fewer inputs and don't need video switching, the DC-2 is a better value than the MC-1. However, with DC-1's going for under $1K, you get a lot of value there too--just make sure you get a DD or DTS version with V4 software.

Cheers,
Philip Brandes

 

[GordonL]

OTOH, if you think you might want to participate in the future trade-in for the upcoming MC-XX, the MC-1 will probably have much higher trade-in value than the DC-1/DC-2. That is, the differences between trade-in values hopefully will be much higher than the street price differences. For example, there might be a $500 street price difference between the DC-1/DC-2, but a $1000 difference when used in a trade-in.

 

[Philip Brandes]

True enough, Gordon--provided the unit has not been traded-in previously towards an MC-12 and then resold (the vast majority of used units on the market are trade-ins). Once traded in, it will not qualify for a trade-in to the "baby" MC-12.

Cheers,
Philip Brandes