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New MOFI speaker (Andrew Jones)
@prof, please tell us more!  
wanting to take a digital step
@smatsui, I would be interested in how your Enleum and CW4’s play together? I am considering that combination myself.  If you’d rather message me directly that would be fine.  Thanks.  
Network streamer that works with Android and Pandora
I believe the Wiim Mini supports Pandora.  Check it out.  
HiFi Rose RS250
If using the 150b, can anyone comment on the Ess vs. AKM chips.  Does the 150b have better synergy with one over the other?  I typically like the “sound “ of the AKM best, but not always.  
HoloAudio STREAMER is out now
@kingbarbuda, could you kindly explain the difference between toslink and optical?  I just assumed they were the same.  Thanks.  
wanting to take a digital step
Check out the new Wiim Pro for less than $200.  You’ll probably want an external DAC, but that’s not a problem.  Get a Schiit Modi or my favorite, the Geshelli J2.  Subscribe to Qobuz, and you will be in audio heaven!  
Endgame Vocal+ DAC Help: Terminator Plus 12th vs. Chord DAVE vs. Holo May vs. Weiss502.
For a lot less money, consider a Border Patrol DAC.  Never harsh, very musical and has flesh on the bone sound.    
You ended up with Ayre, what are your speakers?
No Ayre amps yet, but I love my Codex DAC.  
Early Impressions of Lab12 Integre4
+1 GL KT-77 tubes  
Passive speakers for desktop
Try some LS3/5a’s.  Great for nearfield listening!  
Streamer issues
I’m pretty sure the ifi power 5v wall wart is better than what came with the Wiim.  I’ve heard, recently, that a allo shanti linear power supply will significantly improve the Wiim’s game.  
Which Solid State amplifier would you recommend for my budget?
+5 Belles, I would suggest the Aria monoblocks.    
Which preamp to go with pass labs x150.8
Love my Backert tube pre with a Pass XA30.8.    
Audio Note DAC Owners- please share your thoughts
Roon>Qobuz>Lumin U1Mini>AN 2.1x>AN Oto Sig>AN E/spe he speakers.  
Audio Note DAC Owners- please share your thoughts
I’ve had the AN 2.1x Sig. for about five years, and couldn’t be happier with it.  Many consider it to be the “sweet spot “ in the AN line.  Although I’m forever trying to find something better, it hasn’t happened yet.  Of course, it has its limita...