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| Anyone else order Caladans from Clayton Shaw? @ricevs Wouldn't it be better to cross over lower than 400hz because, according to Wikipedia "The voiced speech of a typical adult male will have a fundamental frequency from 90 to 155 Hz, and that of a typical adult female from 165 to 255 Hz. " | |
| No love for Legacy Audio I owned a pair of Signature SEs for a few years. I thought they would be my end game speaker. I was particularly impressed with their air motion tweeter and ability to be placed close to the wall due to their sealed enclosure. Over time they seeme... | |
| Anyone else order Caladans from Clayton Shaw? Has anybody listened to classical, large orchestra works , chamber music, and unamplified (acoustic) vocals on the Caladans. It sounds like a great speaker. Bass and sound stage seem to be its strong suits. Clarity and neutrality are among my pri... | |
| What do you all think of ADS/Braun speakers? In their day, they were great. I had a pair of L610s. I don't think that can compete with modern speakers. | |
| Problems with the IFI Zen Stream.. What's a better Alternative? @cagma7 First I used the upgraded ifi ps. Later, in my Florida system I upgraded to lps unit I bought on ebay. In the summer house setup, that I have been comparing with the Ultrarendu, I use a Topping P50 Linear Power Supply. The Ultrarendu uses... | |
| Problems with the IFI Zen Stream.. What's a better Alternative? This is an update. I finally figured out that the problem was not with the Zen Stream at my summer location. It was with the ethernet switch. Once I replaced it, no drop-offs. In the course of trying to solve the problem, I bought a used Ultraren... | |
| Problems with the IFI Zen Stream.. What's a better Alternative? @cagma7 Thanks. I implemented your suggestions except for the Google DNS address, which I didn't know how to do. No drop offs yet after about 1/2 hour. Fingers crossed. | |
| Problems with the IFI Zen Stream.. What's a better Alternative? @lanx0003 Thanks for yout post. It was very helpful in bringing me up to date on the latest in sub $1000 streamers. Since the Zen Streamer sounds so good, it probably is a good idea to spend more. I’m considering also a used opticalrendu. To... | |
| Problems with the IFI Zen Stream.. What's a better Alternative? @soix @allanblissett The outside hardware was checked by a tech a few years ago at my summer location and some equipment was replaced. Again, given that I have had the same experience at two locations, I am not optimistic that this is the problem... | |
| Problems with the IFI Zen Stream.. What's a better Alternative? @hgeifman At my summer location, I have upgraded the modem and router to no effect. Your suggestion is well taken on bringing in the IPS tech for a home visit. They will charge me but less than buying a new piece of equipment. | |
| Problems with the IFI Zen Stream.. What's a better Alternative? @j_andrews I'll look into the Innuos PulseMini. I already have a high quality DAC so I would like to avoid paying for something I don't need. Still, sometimes you have to pay more to get what you need. Thanks for your input. | |
| Problems with the IFI Zen Stream.. What's a better Alternative? Thanks to all for the suggestions of alternatives. I would welcome more suggestions to research. I’m also curious about the ultrarendu. I appreciate the thoughts from those of you who suggest or imply that finding other solutions to preventing th... | |
| Problems with the IFI Zen Stream.. What's a better Alternative? "What convinced you that it’s not the ISP quality?" Too big a coincidence that it happened twice under two different ISPs. Also called technical support and no indication of drop offs. | |
| Kef and McIntosh I use a McIntosh mc402 with Kef Reference 1s. I feel the two work well together with the Mac's applying needed smoothness to the Kef metal drivers. | |
| Review: Holo May (L2) DAC and the Musetec Audio (LKS Audio) MH-DA005 DAC Compaired @stuartk Your welcome. It was a fun project and gratifying to get so many positive responses. I don't think I'm likely to do another soon given the expense involved in acquiring equipment for review. |