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chuckhoness

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Upgrade Denafrips Terminator 2
+1 for 11 Stereo !!  
Best Music Streamer to pair with Rogue Audio monoblocks and Pre-Amp
Our audio club had a DAC “shoot out”, which included the HiFi Rose streamer.  The winner was the Node2i connected to the Schitt BioFrost 2, the last place finisher was the Rose.  I don’t know the other streamers you have mentioned, but it would be... 
Why even bother?
I ran an ad and wasn’t able to respond without the help of Audiogon staff.  When I followed the email inquiry I ended up at my ad, and no inquiries showed up?  Plus I was accused of sharing my direct contact information, which I did not do.  Audio... 
Let's Talk DAC's
bikefi10  by the time you get the op amps, usb connect, and a wood box, your at $600   
Let's Talk DAC's
I just sold the RME DAC.  It is not a plug and play unit .  I never could figure out what buttons to push to do the numerous things it can do.  I replaced it with a Geshilli J2s ($600ish), far superior to the RME.  Do not be skeptical of this unit... 
Really Inexpensive Systems That Sounded Great?
Elac BS41-Bk (~$65.00)modified using Neil Blanchard directions ($20 plus parts ~ $70.00) Aiyima a07 Pro (~$80.00)   Don’t be jaundiced by the inexpensive cost, this system rivals my mid fi system = Node as a streamer, REM ADI-2 DAC FS, Freya + ... 
Upgrade path question. Upgrade analog or turn to digital?
I think your goals will determine your direction.  I love finding new artists and it’s my primary goal, consequently streaming…….I never knew their were so many talented groups that exist.  You won’t find them in your record collection..  
Axpona 2022 what impressed you?
TAD Micro Evolution 1 speakers and the seminar on correcting your room,   
Thinking Hybrid Integrated.
Rogue Audio Hydra, just reviewed as the best amp under $3,000.  I’m using it to drive a pair of Maggie’s, plus a pair of REL subs, elegant sound !  
I miss my Loudness Button and Tone Controls....
+1 paulcreed, the RME ADI 2 FS has everything you want plus stuff you will have a ball figuring out, plus it can be ran directly to a amp, no pre amp necessary.    
Your method for discovering great music.
I love to find new artists and groups.  Streaming is the best way I have found.  I have used the premium services of Tital, Spotify, Apple Music, and Qobuz.  The best for finding new artists IMO is Spotify, unfortunately they have not moved into h... 
REL vs JL AUDIO
I have 2 REL Tx/9's.  Excellent product, and on sale as we speak........ 
Best Wireless ear buds for SOUND..??!
ianrmackDo you mind sharing which ear buds you went with ???? 
Schiit - shipments stopped?
I checked my order for a Freyga + today. Usually I see “in production 7-10 days etc etc”. Today I had a estimated delivery date of March something. Finally some communication !!!! 
Schiit order issue - anyone receiving shipments?
I would be delighted to get a canned email response, delighted to know they are still viable. I’ve emailed 4 times about an order I placed in December — nothing. And if all the positive things that have been mentioned are true, then why wouldn’t t...