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| Network Acoustics Eno Streaming System vs SGC Optical Isolation System @jerryg123 Thanks for sharing. I used the same converter when I owned the Sonore opticalRendu bundle. I'm using Node 2i in the second system. Can you think of any reason why this won't work with the Node? Is there a way to add an LPS? | |
| Built-in vs. Standalone DACs +1 @gdnrbob I completely agree with you. When it comes to flexibility -- including, the ability to change/upgrade/experiment, serviceability, etc., separates take the cake 100% of the time. That's why I wanted to focus purely on SQ for the purpo... | |
| Denafrips 12 anniversary While I agree that the price of the Denafrips 12th Anniv Terminator Plus is a little over the top, I don’t understand why people think it’s greed. Since when did greed in a free market economy become a bad thing? The right price for anything in th... | |
| Denafrips 12 anniversary Why are we even comparing RME with Denafrips' most expensive dac? A more appropriate comparison is between RME and Denafrips Ares II dac which sells for roughly $850. I have owned both and will take the Ares every time. I have owned three Denafr... | |
| Qln, Joseph Audio, Audiovector, Marten, or Canton...? @thr1961 If you are in that range (~ $25K), I suggest you look out for a used pair of Joseph Audio Pearl. A couple of years ago, a local seller was selling them at an incredible price. He was nice enough to let me audition the speakers in his home... | |
| Combination streamer and music server…without DAC I think most here are smart enough to see through audiotroy's salesmanship. I doubt anyone would fall for the tactics. However, one thing I noticed is that the quality of his responses (both content and grammar) has decline precipitously in the l... | |
| Qln, Joseph Audio, Audiovector, Marten, or Canton...? I have heard QLN Prestige 3 (dealer in Austin) and currently own the Joseph Audio Perspective2 speakers. They are both amazing speakers in their own right. Keep in mind that Prestige 3 is a two-way floor stander, whereas JA P2 is definitely a full... | |
| Denafrips 12 anniversary While one’s impressions regarding sound quality can be subjective, but one thing you cannot deny is that Denafrips build quality inside out is on par with the best out there. They sell a lot of DACs and I have yet to hear too many complaints when ... | |
| Combination streamer and music server…without DAC +1 on Innuos Zenith MK3 recommendation. I'm using one with the Eno filter and it sounds sublime. Not a trace of the so-called digital harshness in my system. Plus you get a built-in CD ripper, decent storage, and a Roon core (in addition to being ... | |
| Built-in vs. Standalone DACs @ronboco The DAC in my Boulder 866 is the same as their stand alone. Thank you for sharing your impression. I think some might say that the Boulder standalone dac might still be better (SQ wise) since it has a separate chassis, power supply,... | |
| Built-in vs. Standalone DACs @audiotroy Interesting that you have started carrying the Aavik line. What do you think about their S-180 streamer when compared to 432 Evo? | |
| Built-in vs. Standalone DACs Great comments and feedback! I know some folks might feel that paying an extra $5-7k for a built-in DAC module on some of these higher end integrated amps might seem like a lot. But when you factor in the cost of a good power cord and interconnec... | |
| Built-in vs. Standalone DACs Boulder is another company who is serious about integrating DACs in their higher end amps. | |
| Denafrips 12 anniversary Agreed. Denafrips claim to fame has been that they provide amazing SQ and above average build quality at an affordable price point. I think they're losing the plot once they start raising the prices like this, especially as many new entrants from ... | |
| Built-in vs. Standalone DACs @gdnrbob I agree with you regarding the flexibility argument. No doubt separates gives you the ultimate freedom to upgrade and experiment. If you look at my virtual system you will see that I have, and always had, separate DACs. The Denafrips Term... |