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What's a really great Streamer/DAC box for just streaming Tidal?
Is Lumin going to update the D2 soon? I know the T2 was updated over the last few months. The D2, I believe has been around a while (maybe i'm wrong) 
Wondering why...
Any updates on ML? 
FirstWatt J2 on its way
sorry Nuforce STA200 
FirstWatt J2 on its way
Nyluforce sta209, B&K st1400, pioneer elite a/v receiver. Nothing with the zu’s at the level of the J2 
FirstWatt J2 on its way
Yes. I am running one sub (with Anti Mode sub calibrater) and will be switching to two eventually. The bass, however, sounds much deeper with the J2 (with sub off) vs my previous NuForce amp. I had to turn the sub level down a little bit and adjus... 
FirstWatt J2 on its way
After reading various reviews and seeing a recent Nelson Pass interview where he says "The J2 is the least offensive of all his amps". Plus, the J2 has balanced inputs as well. 
FirstWatt J2 on its way
I've now listened to the amp quite a bit over the last 24 hours. Some more observation1. This amp is so quiet, that even the tube hiss from the pre amp is only apparent if you place ear up close to speaker. 2. This amp is LOUD!!! I can play heavy ... 
FirstWatt J2 on its way
This amp is fantastic. I first listened without my subwoofer and the bass came alive. If I did not already run a sub, I probably would not need one. However, Ifavor louder bass than most. I did recalibrate sub-to a much lower volume and adjusted c... 
Who owns or has owned McIntosh Speakers?
That’s interesting. I assume McIntosh builds their own speakers.  
FirstWatt J2 on its way
My Zu Omen Defs are already 8 ohms, however, I've read that people with Zu Souls use the resistor with great results. My Omen Defs are rated at 101 db efficiency. The review measurements generally palce it around 96-97 db, which is still really se... 
You've tried other amps and ended with Pass, please discuss
I just picked up my FirstWatt J2 today. I’m going to set up tomorrow. My first round with a NP design. Hopefully I’ll be don amp shopping for at least 3 or 4 years.  
PS AUDIO bhk pre-amp vs upper level reference pre-amps?
I'd be curious if anyone compared the BHK Pre to any McIntosh or Pass Labs Preamps 
Do we really need anything greater than 24/96? Opinions?
Comparing the Rolling Stones hybrid SACDs (Ludwig), I think the DSD/SACD sounds just a tad punchier and more airy mids. However, I'm not certain if the redbook layer is a straight downsample from the hi rez or each was mastered separately. 
Pass Labs AMP’s- What is the best Pass Amp Sound for You from past 10 years
I'm thinking of a FW J2 to go along with my PS Audio BHK Pre. I'm leaning J2 over the Pass XA 25 due to having balanced inputs. I'm running ZU Omen DEFs, so power will not be an issue.  
Anyone heard Schiit's Aegir?
I'm running Zu Omen Defs (101 db-advertised---around 96-98 db measured). The Aegir and Firtwatts seem to be ideal choices. The Pass XA 25 as well.