Network Switches

Antigrunge2:  are you suggesting using the ethergen behind my current switch as opposed to upgrading the switch?

Pardon my ignorance, but what is the effe - 01 and how does this fit into the above recommendations

I do wonder if the incremental improvements would keep up with the exponential cost increases.  On the lower end of the cost spectrum the LAN silencers might be worth a try ( as long as they can be returned ).

Has anyone compared the IFI Lan Silencer to the Stack Audio or even the Pink Faun Lan Silencer.  None of these options would break the bank.

I love the ECM.  Its very natural sounding, perhaps a touch warm ( which I like ).  Vocals are so lifelike ; its a bit spooky at times.  It does need a good 50- 100 hours break in.   I had several prior DACs including Bricasti and Linn; and this is much more natural and organic sounding.  Its definitely a keeper.  Rob at Audio Art sells them now and he is great to work with.

Couple of questions for you regarding your post.  Would I be better served with an LPS for the network switch or my router/modem?

And where would the Network Acoustics ENO be positioned?

I am quite impressed with the extent of responses my question has stimulated.  Drilling down a bit it looks like perhaps an optical power isolator may be the most cost efficient way to go.  Again, in my analogue brain it looks like the iFi Silent Power 2 is a similar device, in theory, to the effe isolator.  Any chance anyone has had a experience with both?

Also, a respected dealer/ friend who used to sell Network Acoustics products found them to compress dynamics in his system.  As much as he enjoyed working with them he ultimately stopped carrying their products.  Has anyone had a similar experience?