david_ten

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Best PC to use as a Server
Take a look at the audio specific pc's, headless, controlled from your phone, iPad, or laptop. I have, over time, used three of Small Green Computer's models. There are other pre-built and supported options or you can build your own. 
Whats playing on your system today?
Pin Your Spin -  Jon Cleary and The Absolute Monster Gentlemen 
Is USB audio dying?
Here is Mr. Darko himself (very recently):"No single audio reviewer gets to properly assess more than 1 or 2% of any particular product category in a single year. And with such a large pool of hardware to choose from, we’re often drawn to products... 
DO CABLES REALLY MATTER?
Read this in my news feed today. Curious as to whether there is (perhaps) something here? What do you make of it?....."The researchers hypothesized that the type of magnetic particle found in these brain regions is a compound called magnetite (Fe3... 
Perfect Path Technologies: Omega E mat
Frank, worth keeping an eye on...though I believe there are too many variables to account for, before these 'improvements' can be attributed to the mats. A nice upside, whatever the reason(s), especially when one can munch on popcorn fifteen secon... 
Solutions and Tweaks from our 2 Channel Audio journeys applied to Video / HT components?
@sfcfran To answer your questions: My budget for a power cord to the One Connect Box is up to 1K though I'd prefer to stay under 1K. I'm fine going with an aftermarket cable maker, but it has to be one that is open to a custom 'IEC' for the power ... 
DENAFRIPS DAC ---- Owner Impressions, Feedback, General Discussion, Questions and more....
FYI from John Darko, Terminator in for review:https://darko.audio/2018/08/letters-to-the-editor-assume-ass-u-me/https://www.instagram.com/p/BmI7exBjzDG/?tagged=dawandler 
Kinki Studio EX-M1 200wpc Integrated Amplifier
I do not believe so. But I recommend you ask Alvin when you order. 
Kinki Studio EX-M1 200wpc Integrated Amplifier
You can see a close up here:https://www.kinki-studio.com/news/ex-m1-paolo-boccardiAnd photos from nonoise’s system / write-up:https://www.kinki-studio.com/news/ex-m1-nonoise 
dCS Dealer recommendations and dCS Network Bridge impressions
@aldenberry That’s awesome.I went with a Roon server and the Sonore ultraRendu Roon renderer.Since then I’ve replaced my Roon server with the Small Green Computer sonicTransporter i7 Kaby Lake Roon DSP (only) with ethernet direct to the Sonore Sig... 
Time for an all in one streaming solution
Also consider the Metrum Ambre. 
New Linear Tube Audio MicroZOTL Preamplifer
Lance, thanks for sharing your ongoing experience with this combination of LTA pre and amp. The more I hear you describe it, the more I'd like to hear the combo in person.Forever has a really nice ring to it. : ) 
Solutions and Tweaks from our 2 Channel Audio journeys applied to Video / HT components?
Here is a short video of the 'One Connect Box' for those reading that may not be familiar with it:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWrqrGSwmbg 
Solutions and Tweaks from our 2 Channel Audio journeys applied to Video / HT components?
@sfcfran  Thank you very much for your thoughtful and detailed response. It's appreciated and I will respond in more depth when I have some time to do so. 
Perfect Path Technologies: Omega E mat
David, just pulled up and started listening to 'Arpeggione' by David Leisner with Zuill Bailey on cello. Thanks for the recommendation.