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Network optimization for serious streamers
@sns I’m using a generic tx and rx fiber converter, (cheap from large online retailer) 15 ft of multi mode cable, and bluesound node with a linear power supply upgrade, wireword Ethernet cables on node end and from Qnap NAS and getting outstanding... 
Network optimization for serious streamers
Add fiber right before your source component!  
Is there anything better than live recordings?
I agree with how you posed your question. However, most live recordings are not as good as studio IMO, there are exceptions though. I have few live recordings and I’ll just leave it at that. The best I’ve heard as an example of studio “live” are D... 
Under my tower speakers -- Isoacoustics Gaia, other options?
I use isoacoustics on my very large Tannoy Churchill’s 145lbs each….on a tile floor and love them. They not only hold the speaker well but tighten the bass and help focus the sound. In my opinion you can’t go wrong with them price and performance ... 
Sound of the DCS Bartok vs the DCS Rossini Player
Thank you did you trade or still have it to sell?  
Sound of the DCS Bartok vs the DCS Rossini Player
@andyhifiman Im interested in this as well, so I hope you get some input. This link is old, so if you’ve come upon anything you can direct me to,  please send me a link.    
Using streaming as a main source ---DSD, FLAC, MQA Streamers and DACS
I think this is an excellent thread for this subject. I agree with @ronboco about the bluesound node. This is good advice and if you add fiber to the mix with s good audiophile Ethernet cable you’re in for a good ride! Hard to beat in many respect... 
Why so few devices with BNC's??
RCA connectors have been there since the beginning of audio time. They work for me, and as far as digital they work great also. They certainly are better than toslink with digital. I haven’t felt the need to make this an issue yet.  
tweaking audio systems with modifications.
Job first……it’ll be more meaningful then.   
Interesting situation! Do we need this....
It’s all about what is pleasing to you, what you like. If it make you happy it’s a great system.  Congratulations!  
Ultimate stereo nightmare
This is a time to take part the system, clean, and reassemble, preferably with id tags on your cables or some kind or organizing method. I’ll bet you have cables that aren’t being used. Curious to see what the person you hired will do. Good luck  
Subwoofer boom is too much for me...
Use the level and crossover settings on the sub.   
New streamer? N150 vs U2
@txp1 exactly! I did the same thing plus added fiber optic, and it sounds amazing! Why would I want to upgrade? Try spending another $100 to add fiber and you’ll answer your own question. Good luck!  
Wilson to Tekton to ????
I feel the same way. As soon as I part with something, I wind up needing it. Curse of the audiophile gods😀  
New MOFI speaker (Andrew Jones)
Read the review in Stereophile, I’m not that impressed by the review.  Seems to be targeted to the lower end of the market. It’s has a lot of limitations as you’d expect at that price point but still would be interesting to hear. My impressions.