audphile1

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I see the issue with ABX blind testing
@benanders … I’m not denying anything (I haven’t formally tested for it … this further solidifies what I said above. So here’s the rub…I do not need my entire zip code to hear the changes in my system and nod their heads in approval before I f... 
I see the issue with ABX blind testing
@benanders I respect that you remain respectfully doubtful. that’s totally fine. I shared the video as I found it interesting and thought it would be enjoyed by some of the folks here. I had no intention to use it to prove anything to you or other... 
Network Acoustics Muon 2 USB or Better
Add Audience to your list. Excellent USB.   
Quite a few Bricasti M21 DACs for sale cheap
I think even the M3 has a one bit DSD converter which is selected by switching to NDSD option. That’s native DSD. You can toggle between it and the PCM. Or may be it’s implemented differently in M21.   
Quite a few Bricasti M21 DACs for sale cheap
@tvad thanks!  
Quite a few Bricasti M21 DACs for sale cheap
@tvad would you say the M21 and M1S2 delta sigma DAC are more or less identical or is the difference is obvious? I’m looking to try either the 21 or the S2. Not in rush and can wait until I’m ready to swing for the 21. Thanks!  
Opinions on PS Audio Direct Stream DAC (Mk 1)
@shooter41 try DH Labs.   
Aurender n200, talk me out of signing on the dotted line
AZ Absolute Copper are great interconnects! I had these in my system for a while. Amazing bass and mids with excellent top end. It should solve the hard treble.   
Aurender n200, talk me out of signing on the dotted line
@wlutke sounds like you’re on the right track within the set boundaries. In your case I would highly recommend the AZ Matrix Ref II as a starting point. They’re smooth and natural sounding cables, slightly on a warm side. Should be a good match. G... 
Opinions on PS Audio Direct Stream DAC (Mk 1)
One thing I found with the PS Audio DAC that’s critical is the quality of power. I have a dedicated line for my system and don’t use power conditioner but changing a power cable on this DAC to a better one brought out lower noise floor and more de... 
I see the issue with ABX blind testing
Glad you guys liked the video! Good info there.   
T+A DAC200 vs PSAudio Direct Stream MkII vs MCD12000?
I’m running N200 with PS Audio DSD MkI now. Bricasti M3 was the DAC I had prior to the PS Audio. Both DACs preformed extremely well with the N200. I’m using AQ Diamond USB cable. I haven’t heard the DSD MkII but the sound of the MkI is natural, re... 
Marantz SA10 sacd player
@jayctoy fix it then sell it. You can do a lot better. You can get a PS Audio DSD DAC and transport, connected via I2S and have a kick ass SACD front end. You can even stream if the DAC is fitted with a network bridge.  
Should we care if a piece of equipment comes from a pet-free, kid-free, smoke-free home?
I don’t smoke but I have two pet midgets living in my shed. During the cold months of winter, when they hear sweet sounds of music coming from the house, they gently knock on the door and ask to come in to get warm. They like to sit on my Pass mon... 
Rogue RP-1 Amp recommendations
Not enough context. What’s the rest of the system, speakers?