chiliray

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iFi Neo Stream and Zen Stream as good as direct media playback
I have been looking at that. I believe it would work for my case. I am also looke at the Eversolo DMP-A6. Thanks for the advice.   
Why do I prefer R2R over Chip based DAC's?
I can say, I didn't expect so many responses. I have learned so much from this community. Thank you all.   
Why do I prefer R2R over Chip based DAC's?
The DAC it have the Topping D70 Pro OCTO uses a series of 8 Cirrus Logic chips (CS43198), offering a robust 8-core driver setup. The amp is the Schiit Midgard. It is a fully discreet design. The first of it's kind for Schiit.  You can read about... 
iFi Neo Stream and Zen Stream as good as direct media playback
I have read a number of reviews on the Zen Stream. If I am running ROON from my Mac Mini to the Zen stream. Is that just plug and play or do I need software?   
Why do I prefer R2R over Chip based DAC's?
My current source is a Mac Mini with  USB connection.   
Why do I prefer R2R over Chip based DAC's?
Yes, thank you. I will look into MHDT. I listen to 80’s 90’s rock. I like the ballads and stings. Some classical strings. I think that is what you say “Musical”.   
What about Dan Clark?
Not sure if I see it as a problem. I am interested in a set of closed back headphones. I see Dan Clark makes a couple of models of closed back.   
Best sounding headphones you have owned?
Good day, I have some Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 6XX. I have some Hifiman Sundara. I prefer the Sundara. I had seen a number of comparisons that said they were the same. They are not, not even close.    
Whats the weirdest concert you ever attended?
I attended a Smith and Myers concert last fall in Norfolk Va. I went to the show expecting to hear their 2 volumes of acoustic music. The first two songs Myers guitar was out of tune. I play so I know what right sounds like on an amplified acousti... 
Recommendation for Headphones under $250
Apos has Hifiman Sundara for $299 now on sale.   
What a pile of Schiit
Hey all. I have the Asgard 3 I order the multi card at the same time and they installed for me.   
Share albums where EVERY SINGLE song is good
Elton John “Madman Across the Water” for the year of their recording it was the best sound quality of anything else. The vinyl sounder as good as the cd recording.