I too wanted to share my experience with my Wolf server. I have an Alpha 2. I was in the middle of seriously considering having Joe upgrade it to an Alpha 3x before the virus hit. But, now alas have decided to reign things until this passes. On that note I hope you all are safe and well.
I am a 60+ year old audiophile so my computer skills are not what I would call my strength. This has been a non-issue given the absolutely incredible support I have received from Joe. I send an e mail to Joe looking for assistance and without fail, Joe has been there for me. That he can access my system remotely makes things very easy for me.It has made my enjoyment of the server one of ease and free of any concerns.
As far as the performance, it is outstanding. I went from an Auralic Aries, now in a second system, to the Wolf. The upgrade in sound was obvious from the first moment I had it up and running. Bass is taut, deep and impactful. The middle fill is all the more present, as is the sound stage. I have read reviews where reference has been made to a wall to wall and wrap around sound stage. Never had that in my system; now I do! Similarly, detail is that much better as are transients.
Botton line, although I did not audition any other servers, I could not be happier; well unless and until I step up the Wolf line.
I am a 60+ year old audiophile so my computer skills are not what I would call my strength. This has been a non-issue given the absolutely incredible support I have received from Joe. I send an e mail to Joe looking for assistance and without fail, Joe has been there for me. That he can access my system remotely makes things very easy for me.It has made my enjoyment of the server one of ease and free of any concerns.
As far as the performance, it is outstanding. I went from an Auralic Aries, now in a second system, to the Wolf. The upgrade in sound was obvious from the first moment I had it up and running. Bass is taut, deep and impactful. The middle fill is all the more present, as is the sound stage. I have read reviews where reference has been made to a wall to wall and wrap around sound stage. Never had that in my system; now I do! Similarly, detail is that much better as are transients.
Botton line, although I did not audition any other servers, I could not be happier; well unless and until I step up the Wolf line.