@tksteingraber Did you try FMC set between macbook and dac with FMC set between router and macbook removed?
I'd look to dedicated server vs macbook for next upgrade.
Cheapest way to enhance SQ with digital streaming
@tksteingraber Did you try FMC set between macbook and dac with FMC set between router and macbook removed?
I'd look to dedicated server vs macbook for next upgrade.
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@sns Yes I tried removing the FMC set between the router and macbook and had the same poor result listed above using the usb FMC set only between the macbook and DAC. Back to just using the original FMC setup which sounds great! |
I tried the FMC-optical-FMC tweak in my second system in my basement - nothing more than a Powernode driving Elac Debut Reference speakers. The improvement was startling. More air and detail, and improved dynamics. While this system was always musical and enjoyable, the soundstage was always a bit flat. Now there is more air and space around voices and instruments, and percussion and transients seem much more realistic. I immediately placed an order for the parts to install in my main system (about 6x the cost of the basement system). I'm having a hard time discerning any noticeable difference. I have different brands of switches going into each system. Maybe the basement switch was more of a problem. |
I gave up on this mod. I decided to pull the optical gizmos out and plug the A10 directly into my mesh node with vodka cable and it sounds a bit more resolving and natural than with the optical stuff, and obviously makes for less clutter. If anyone wants to try this out, feel free to send me a message and I can box up and send you the stuff at a discount. |