chrshanl37

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Decent DAC/Streamer
Thanks for that link headphonedreams the puremusic jr looks very intriguing! 
Decent DAC/Streamer
I have the Klipsch Gate and really like it. Sold both my node 2 and 2i as I didnt care much for the user interface or the sound quality. My wife uses it for her Amazon music and I use it for Qobuz and Tidal. For $30 its a pretty good deal. Only th... 
Decent DAC/Streamer
You need the mini optical adapter (comes with node accessories) then the 3.5 mm input on the back becomes a digital input. 
File Under Misc. Audio Musings--Do any famous/infamous people qualify as audiophiles?
Off the top of my head: Tori Amos, Fabio, David Duchovny, Tony Rice, Tom Cruise, John Lyndon and Quest Love from the Roots might be I know he has a massive record collection.  
My sacrilegeous question to audiophiles out there regarding parametric equalizer.
@onhwy61 Bingo! However it’s not that they are reluctant to alter the tone, it’s that they are reluctant to admit that by constantly box swapping thats exactly what they are doing. Afraid of getting their audiophile card revoked I suppose.   
My sacrilegeous question to audiophiles out there regarding parametric equalizer.
I’m afraid you misunderstood my post, maybe you should re-read it. I never said nor did I assert that components are equalizers. I said “tone controls” which was in response to your pretentious statement “my el34 amplifier has no tone controls”You... 
Does this exist? Preamp/Streamer/DAC with MQA, Roon and more
I ca’t imagine a company like NAD would send a product to market that would sound like what you are describing. I’m not disputing what you are hearing, just trying to wrap my mind around it.  
My sacrilegeous question to audiophiles out there regarding parametric equalizer.
Its a bit disingenuous to state that because you don’t own an eq you are not using tone controls. Every part of a system is exactly that including vintage Dutch and British tubes.  
Vinyl***What If***
I think he is asking for a plug n play recommendation for a turntable set up.  
Need Advice & Need It Fast
Always wanted to try a Cayin, looking forward to your impression when it’s up and running. 
Need Advice & Need It Fast
Did something happen to your Quad? 
Best way to connect iPad to integrated amp
Stereo5 is correct you need the adapter. They have one that allows you to skip the need for a usb hub and use it with your charger.For just about the same money as the cable you can get a Klipsch Gate off of Amazon and use your ipad to control the... 
Bluesound Node 2i Question
I dont have my node anymore or else I would look through the app and help you get it configured to your wifi. Perhaps mental could chime in.  
Bluesound Node 2i Question
You can shut the lights off in the player settings.  
Bluesound Node 2i Question
Yes set up is a breeze. I am curious to know your thoughts on the user interface.