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| Update on good Ethernet switch As others have explained, TCP/IP is what it is. But I love to read people rationalizing why they spent $$$$$ on Ethernet switches. | |
| where and how to find blank "music" CD's As others have explained, CDR-Audio/Music blanks are designed to work with component CD recorders which were designed to work ONLY with such discs. This was part of a royalty scheme implemented by federal law, the Audio Home Recording Act of 1992.... | |
| Why do I need a switch? If you have enough ports on your router, you don't need a switch. Of course, listen and make sure you are enjoying your music. FWIW, I have a switch between my router and my streaming device, but only because I needed extra ports in the room. | |
| Looking for good recordings of female vocals I have not yet tried... Shelby Lynne. Start with her album Just a Little Lovin'. Dusty Springfield covers. Amazing recording too. | |
| VTL information I had a similar situation last year when I needed repair for one of my Compact 80 monoblocks. They are at least 30 years old. I was able to find biasing info online at VTL but that was about it. I did correspond with Bea at VTL; it wasn't parti... | |
| 2022 is almost here. Why are you here? I come with curiosity about those who seem more interested in gear than music. Entertaining in a perverse way I suppose. | |
| What are you using as a streamer? Constructive feedback please. I have a Denon DNP720ae in my listening room and a Denon mini system in my home office. Both are on Ethernet and when I stream it is typically Apple Music from a Windows PC. Like you, I enjoy vinyl. | |
| VTL repair success Yeah I have heard about that but I had no expectations re warranty. Although I have the original boxes I never had paperwork. Got biasing info from VTL website and took it with me. I was delighted the shop would take it on without schematics etc. |