akgwhiz
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| DAC USB Hum Sorry everyone, but I got my 2 inputs wrong at the amp. It's the Zen/USB that quiets down when the DAC hits warmup. The CDP/RCA is the one that doesn't change after warmup. So perhaps someone can explain why warmup on the DAC silences the small... | |
| DAC USB Hum @cetla416 , I have the same streamer and Orchid DAC pair (super happy and impressed). Connection is of course USB via a Supra USB cable. For comparison I also have a CDP and phono pre-amp out connected via the RCA inputs. For this test all uni... | |
| Power Cables - Third Party or OEM @erik_squires I'm getting more into DIY now as I'm retired. Do you have a site I can reference that outlines a decent quality build/how-to? Thanks in advance. | |
| Equalizer in a Hi Fi system I use 2 lokius, one each channel for asymmetrical needs. They have full bypass switch. Even engaged I cannot "hear" them. One poster here recently chose Lokius over Loki max based on what he heard. YMMV. Having independent L/R is really nice ... | |
| Results of Actual Hearing Test and Next Steps @mbmi that's exactly what I did since left and right ears differ in frequency/overall response. Curious as to why you also have 2. The OP using Treble controls while likely not exactly centered at his needed points is likely getting 90% of the ... | |
| Results of Actual Hearing Test and Next Steps I've posted on this before as I am in similar position. If audiologist told you that it's all fine in frequency but simply lowered, for music you'd simply use the volume control. If you found you had loss in the left, you'd could just use the ... | |
| Help settle a streaming argument! I sense alot of folks hold that in digital (sources), a file is a file. That 1s and 0s dont get scrambled no matter the price-point yet will agree that a LPS can make a difference. Does an inferior PS flip bits or is the decoding software faili... | |
| Somewhat of an oxymoron - speaker stands for the floor for bookshelf speakers. OP, while you're at it, get a cheap laser measuring device. Afyer a good height is found, get the distance from the speakers to your position exactly the same. Use the laser along their sides to help point them the same, and vary toe-in until yo... | |
| Difference between polarity and phase w/sub I had the same questions about phase control on a sub. Most have them. With the vast majority this is best put as phase "at 80 hz". It's implementation is a simple time delay, milliseconds. For example, 180 degrees reversal is really an "equiv... | |
| ADD-POWR POWR BAR Might compare to Cullen Power Box product. Gold Series uses 3 Pass Seymour plugs (6 outlet) also with 4 ft Gold Series OFC copper power cord, $239. I special ordered one with no cord, but with connector to use my owm PC, in powder coat black. ... | |
| Vinyl record storage in Harvey's office, Suits TV show I'll bet Donna knows, Lol. She knows everything. And she's pretty hot. I did notice he was into vinyl tho. | |
| Redundant Internet Not sure how much bandwidth you need but as @jond mentioned, mobile phone Hotspots are great. Guessing if your needs are work or serious enterprise level service, that wont do. Not considering Starlink? I've no idea what the Tmobile solution is/c... | |
| Review of the Raven Audio Osprey Integrated Tube Amp and Corvus Reference Monitors @crawfishdaddi I think I had those same JAN 12AT7. I tried a pair of RCA backplate made for an electrical testing instruments company (Boonton) in position 1. The clarity of the Soundstage improved. In position 2 I had Brimar 13Ds, an upgrade ... | |
| Review of the Raven Audio Osprey Integrated Tube Amp and Corvus Reference Monitors @crawfishdaddi can you share what tubes are in what positions? I own a Blackhawk and found rolling in NOS and other v good tubes to elevate the sound even more. And I had one set upgraded when I placed the order. Very flexible company as I inqu... | |
| Room Too Dead While selecting materials to construct DIY absorbing panels, I found that Knauf (insulation) listed specs on the amount and main frequency of absorption for their products. I selected the right product to tame about 90-100 hz and covered with a g... |