alienqueen

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Who is using a desktop headphone rig?
I have an ifi Zen Dac (original)   it seems it would drive Sundaras -  I love it as a work setup. Powers off of laptop and Tidal stream  
Thoughts on Lumin D2 Upgrade from Node 2i
It’s funny when I find my own post and realize how bad I am at this… @rockrider I still believe the Bluesound OS was “better” but I have fully adapted to the LUMIN and have no complaints. The Node 2i is a great piece and has moved on to another h... 
What is the BLUE JEANS equivalent for Power Cables?
Thanks for the information but I’m going to go with Cullen.  
What is the BLUE JEANS equivalent for Power Cables?
Excellent!Many thanks tpreaves & Whart!i put an order in with Cullen  
Newbie - Streaming Recommendations
Thx Mahler. Did you leave off the - i - deliberately? Should I look for a used Node2? I’m never against saving money! 
Newbie - Streaming Recommendations
I’m curious what the result was...I have Win10 LT>Dacport LX>B60>DM630i and have been looking for the ability to choose songs from phone/tablet.Research to this point has me BUDGET: Chrome Audio OrBang4Buck: Node2i 
Do I need a DAC?
Did your DAC make a noticeable improvement? 
What is the best WI-FI DAC under $1000?
Audioengine D2 does what you want. I enjoyed mine. 
Budget DAC - Have AE D2
Thx for Halide rec. Comparing it with Bifrost and W4S UDAC however, I am leaning towards those.What I have determined from research is that the features of the DAC should be the 2nd consideration after cost.As the W4S UDAC can be powered by USB, d... 
Budget DAC - Have AE D2
Schiit Bifrost is a good recommendation! Thx!! 
Budget DAC - Have AE D2
I had read this prior to posting. These appear to be EURO models? Are these available in USA? 
Budget DAC - Have AE D2
Double Post - Appologies 
$1k Integrated SS for B&W DM630i
It does. It pleases me audibly and ascetically. One question I have: I cannot get Volume past 1 o'clock without the sound becoming unpleasant. Is that what audiophiles mean by 'fatigue'? 
Wired or Wireless DAC?
I ended up purchasing the D2. It was Plug & Play and I have been able to move on (J River, WAV v FLA v AIFF, etc) 
Wired or Wireless DAC?
Yes, thank you for the data. As it is close to (over) the limit and I am looking for Best Bang for the Buck, I was wondering if I am bending over nickles to pick up a penny?Someone may have run a long USB and is able to report results, is my hope.