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Ayre now has a new QX-5 all in one
Network bridge?  I have to look and see.  Is it similar to an isolator/optical converter?  I have also heard that Waversa has some cool device that's not too  expensive that does similar. I'm not sure if that one is USB or ethernet. 
Ayre now has a new QX-5 all in one
I'm running the built in streamer for Tidal. I have a completely rebuilt Mac Mini that Steve Nugent at Empirical used in shows to show off his own DAC's.  It's a Paul Hynes power supply with a rebuilt mother board, clock etc...  It's a killer serv... 
Ayre now has a new QX-5 all in one
Ok, I set it all up yesterday.  I'm very excited so far.  It only has about 28 hours of so and it's relaxing nicely.  I"m not really listening critically as you can't at this point, but the sound is large and extended on both ends of the spectrum.... 
Ayre now has a new QX-5 all in one
Came yesterday. Having surgery on wed so haven't had a chance to open it yet. Hopefully later tonight.  
Ayre now has a new QX-5 all in one
I missed delivery today. Hopefully I'll be home tomorrow to get it.  I have to have surgery next Wed, so I'm hoping to get it in and then turn it on and leave the TV running for the week I'm gone so it will have at least 100 hours or so.  Can't wait. 
Ayre now has a new QX-5 all in one
I get it today or tomorrow I believe.  I have heard it and I have friends who have it burned it.  It's a KILLER.  Hitting in the 20k range.  I was not expecting what I heard and it only had 40 hours on it.  By the end of the day it was no longer r... 
Vandersteen Quatro CT
I'm really glad you got to meet Johnny.  Praying for you mom as you know.  It really sucks and audio needs to take a back shelf, but I do hope you listen to your music as much as you can so you can keep your own sanity.  You are dealing with enoug... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
I agree with Charles. I have heard those two side by side at a store when a customer was in with the Schitt to hear the differences. I listened via the Audeze LCD-3's, which I enjoy and know well.  I found the Codex to be more accurate, better sta... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
Looks like digital is really coming of age. So many great products out or coming-out.  The irony is that some companies are offering outstanding products, but are working on ref gear that isn't even out yet.  It's almost the opposite of releasing ... 
Vandersteen Quatro CT
I agree on chasing our tails.  I did that for years and years as I learned.  The more I learned, the less I chased. When I decided to change my system a few years ago, after keeping it in tact for well over 18 years, I knew I wanted to buy a syste... 
Ayre now has a new QX-5 all in one
Returning home from Vegas today. I'm hoping it will get to me next week. It should have been shipped yesterday. Can't wait. Heard that this is a special piece 
Vandersteen Treo vs 3A Sig as upgrade
Wlutke, if you can find a pair of used Quatro's I think you'd be in heaven for your Rock.  Even the other ones move a ton of air.  I personally only like the look of the wood versions, but I've heard the sock Quatro's set up with highest of end CJ... 
Vandersteen Treo vs 3A Sig as upgrade
It's also good to see folks using the Vandersteen woofers with the Vandy speakers.  They are designed to work together.  Personally, I'd get the Treo or Treo CT's and use the woofers you have.  You will move a lot of air and have better sound.  Th... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
heard the whole line of CH gear up in NH and I hated it.  I don't love Wilson's to begin with, but they were the worst match up that's for sure.  I am loving the QX5.  Have heard it a couple of times now and am waiting on mine.  I did hear the opt... 
Vandersteen Treo vs 3A Sig as upgrade
Wlutke, I have said many times that you can't understand where someone is coming from just by the writer word.  I have said that we will respectfully disagree on the Treo being able to rock. I've always said the 3a's move more air and goes lower, ...