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Firewire to SPDIF
Rabanni,I always built my own computers (never was a Mac guy) but got tired of it and purchased a gateway 2 years ago. Went a bit overboard spending $5,000 (it is a screamer) but I do photography so wanted the fastest available (CPU, HD and RAM) s... 
Modification Nightmares
My issue with modding is simple-shipping and having my product in modders care, custody and control. Not worth the hassle to me. Once my gear gets in my sound room safely - it stays there.Insurance in shipping is very difficult to recover after a ... 
Best Firewire converter to S/PFIF
I have great results with the M-Audio Firewire Solo. 
Firewire to SPDIF
Al, I missed your post. A sound card with spdif out would be great. I didn't want to spend the bucks for a top flight sound card (Lynx, etc) so just went the firewire route. I used spdif out which was on my motherboard (SigmaTel) and didn't like i... 
Firewire to SPDIF
I just played back some HD Tracks I downoaded a while ago and the MAudio Interface does show 96kHz. Listening to Rimsky Korsakov now and it does sound......AWESOME.I should look more into this Hi Rez stuff. 
Firewire to SPDIF
Rabbani, I'm not up on the Hi ez downloads as I have only ripped CD's to an external HD using EAC. The Maudio (Firewire Solo) does convert Firewire to SPDIF, which is how I use it. I have a very simple need (no recording, multiple tracks, etc) so ... 
Which computer DVDrom is the best for ripping?
I really like my outboard Lacie w/firewire. Great, accurate, noise free, bloody fast rips. 
VPI Super Platter - where is it?
I think the introduction of the Classic is a by product of the economy, and Harry wants his market share (as all mfg do). Not too many buying $12,000 TT these days. Just my thoughts. 
DBX gears gives liquid quality to the sound ?
Just to clarify, I was using the DBX 3BX Dynamic Range Expander, complete noise reduction system, etc... 
DBX gears gives liquid quality to the sound ?
I had the whole stack of DBX gear with my lo-fi system years back. It did make all sound better (I thought less compressed, more reolving), but, again, that was in a low end system (Nikko receiver, Gerard ($80 in 1978) TT, Ceramic Cartridge, home ... 
Cayin A50t biasing problem
I have the same amp and totally agree with Ttbolad. Conventional probes don't get to the proper contact points-and if they do, only for a brief instance, with not enough time to give the correct reading. This may be what you are experiencing. I ha... 
Looking for a good 5.1 AVR
Vicdamone,I realy enjoyed the discussion. Also appreciate the compliment on the system. Good luck with all and I appreciate your sharing your thoughts.Dennis 
Best Super-Tweek You Possibly Ever Did
Symposium svelt shelves under my speakers. Really made a huge difference. 
Looking for a good 5.1 AVR
Vicdamone, Thank you for your very well written and informative post.I'm a big Elite fan, just not an Ice fan, so, regret, looking elsewhere to upgrade my receiver. Manufacturers like them because they're cheaper to make, don't need as much room i... 
Looking for a good 5.1 AVR
I would keep away from Ice and class D amps. They just don't have it (yet). I have the Elite VSX 92 (linear amp). The SC's mentioned above are Ice. The Linears blow them away. I am eying the Marantz for my next receiver upgrade. Marantz one of the...