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Questions about Ethernet Cabling
I have been there done that, by far the most important Ethernet cable is from the Ethernet switch to server, or streamer , 2 nd from the modem to router. that being said the Uptone Audio Ether Regen -Hub totally cleans the dirty signal coming in ... 
Roon Streaming Service actually Degrades the sound
I  have heard Aurender having a bias against Roon,  your server,dac hub has a lot to do with the final outcome . my dedicated server I built ,uptone audio hub ,New Denafrips Terminator2, with reclocker is incredibly good And is very natural soun... 
What are you using as a streamer? Constructive feedback please.
I amusing a computer I built with Noktua biggest radiator and SS drives using Linux  operatung system   On the Ethernet input the excellent uptone audio Ether regen which cleans the incoming Ethernet it’s nice hub , Wire World starlight Ethernet ... 
Recommendations for HDMI cables specifically for audio quality
A great cable and deal WWorld silver sphere hdmi i use on my OLED tv, and excellent sound from my ddc reclocker to dac I2S $300 a meter or $450 for 2 m before discounts perrotta consultants  great deal and service.  
Bluesound Node2 with outboard DAC
Buy better separates , unless spending at least $6 -7 k for a streamer,-dac . I don’t see how it can be up to the task , you need linear power supplies  Roon server is ok at best  having a separate dac you can continue to get better with technolog... 
AirBlade Speaker - wow
How much are these ? I don’t see any specs on these or if they are in the U.S.  
.? Digital Reclocking and syncing clocks does anyone know the correct Answrrsb
That’s Mutec dam spell check.  
.? Digital Reclocking and syncing clocks does anyone know the correct Answrrsb
lordmelton they only things with muted is I hav3 not seen I2S which is ideal transfer  from reclocker to the dac, and still no definitive answer , if  trying to sync clocks  as example the less expensive Iris that uses still very good Femto cloc... 
How to tame a bright system?
Having over 20 years in system upgrades or mods. upgrade your loudspeakers Xover unless you spend over $20 k   90% of the time the Xover has average parts at best .i hav3 called out personally  several high end mfg and in a few instances hung u... 
I bought the new Denafrips terminator mk2 dac help and ? On connections
Has anyone else bought a dcc clock and synced the 2 - 45 MHz, and 49 MHz clocks ?  
What is the best USB cable under $500 for a natural presentation and good detail ?
I am more then pleasantly surprised ,Audiogon own Grannyring makes Excellent cables I have spoken with several on other forums . I recently received his Acoustic BBQ  USB cable and it is made top shelf Litz wrapped and totally isolated power from ... 
I bought the new Denafrips terminator mk2 dac help and ? On connections
Thanks much , I may then email him directly .  
Does Lumin x1 needs a dac ? does a good dac will improve it ?
Hamir I couldnot disagree with you more. the terminator with Hermes reclocker,and BNC 45 MHz,and 49Mhz clock sync  all for $5500 it was much better then the X1 lumen ,throughAurender 200 streamer  there was much more realism and dynamics ,sorry... 
a remarkably basic question about Roon
In a nutshell ,I have recommended Roon to a bunch of people ,there is always something new yiu can learn, just go on YouTube and ask for a demonstration . i was against looking for several years just this year I decided on Roon as the  ultimate m... 
Does Lumin x1 needs a dac ? does a good dac will improve it ?
Totally wrong. The dac in the Lumin is pretty decent but not even in the same league with the new Denafrips Terminator 2 that is without question  for $4500 it is a great dac and if not bough5 direct this dac would easily  be $10 k  I have heard...