cfa88
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| Where do I go from here? Yes, it is simple and viable. You also need a DAC. Some streamer has a built-in DAC or preamp has built-in DAC. Alternatively, you can go separate for all components: streamer => DAC => preamp route. | |
| Burning smell You should stop using the amplifier. Contact McIntosh or bring it to a local authorized McIntosh service network for inspection. https://mcintoshlabs.com/support/servicenetwork | |
| Best Dedicated Streamer +1 @charles1dad , absolutely correct My contention is that both the DAC and streamer are important and require equal attention and consideration. | |
| Help and opinions needed on pre-amp situation Quick and easy answer: yes. You absolutely need a separate preamp from your streamer / DAC / preamp unit. You will hear a significant improvement. The next step, if possible, separate the DAC from your streamer at some point. Happy listening. | |
| Probable PayPal Claim @marco1 Up to you whether you want to tell the seller know that you will file a claim. I would not, due to you have given the seller time to resolve the issue. To be clear, you won’t receive your refund right away when you file a claim. As I st... | |
| Probable PayPal Claim @marco1 You should file a dispute asap to have it on record with PayPal. As with any issues, PayPal will investigate and give the seller a chance to respond when you file a claim. After hearing responses from both parties, they will make a decis... | |
| If I rip all my CD's to flac files do I still need a CD transport? Would I be better investing is a quality streamer and DAC? I say yes; however, YMMV. I ripped my high quality CDs into my server/streamer and have never looked back at a CD player again, considering I had owned fairly alright CD players like Mc... | |
| What happen to MQA on Tidal? My Roon still shows MQA through Tidal. | |
| Gustard R26 on sale Build an audio system with a key component (e.g., DAC) desinged and made in China is no different from buying electronics at Walmart. | |
| Any one use Grimm MU1 with Aries Cerat Kassandra ? @ruff2001 I also have the Kassandra and its best connection is via USB. Have you looked at other options for streamers besides Grimm MU1? | |
| When Will the DAC Singularity Be Reached? +1 @mbmi | |
| Ethernet connection for best sound quality A dedicated streamer is a must-have if you stream music. For those continue using a PC will have inferior sound. | |
| Are higher end preamps worth the investment when you are only streaming Tidal & Spotify ? A preamplifier is the heart of a system. It is definitely a must-have for an audiophile. | |
| Thoughts on adding a McIntosh C12000 preamp to my AVM90 Home Theater Processor.... Definitely a 2-channel preamp dedicated to music will be much much better than using a home theater processor - period. Even with lower models like C2600, C2700, you will hear a significant improvement, "night and day." | |
| Using biwired cables on speakers with only 2 connections @emergingsoul There are no problems just to use 2 of the 4 wires. If you really like the cables and don't want to switch to non-biwire cables, keep them and connect this way. |