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Pass Labs vs. Sugden
I have the A21se sig. and have driven Klipsch RP600m speakers , as well as JMR Bliss Silvers, Rogers LS3/5a and Vandy Treo CT’s.  It has produced rich, deep, holographic sound with all of them.  I don’t think you can go wrong with Sugden.   
DENAFRIPS DAC ---- Owner Impressions, Feedback, General Discussion, Questions and more....
I just received my Ares II yesterday and the left channel is not working through the single ended output.  I’ve emailed Alvin but no response yet.  I’m wondering if I need to wait for him to tell me to ship it to the closest support center or if I... 
I love sad music
Pretty much anything by Patsy Cline or George Jones.  Then there’s the whole genre of Blues.  Oh, and anything by Townes  Van Zandt. 
If Steve Got You Last Week...
I find the Audiolab 6000 CDT is a very capable digital transport for around $600.  It definitely sounds better than same music streamed from Qobuz, IMO.  Of course I never use it, streaming is just too easy. 
Uptone EtherRegen
Guess I was one of the five.  I,too, found it hardened sound and I definitely preferred music without the Etheregen. 
Name a few albums which helped determine your musical tastes
Vanilla FudgeTurning Point, John MayallHank WilliamsLed Zeppelin, 1st AlbumRichard Thompson, Fairport ConventionJoni MitchellRiding with the King, John HiattLucinda WilliamsAllman BrothersVan MorrisonTo name a few. . . . 
Speakers good for close to wall placement
I’ve used Vandersteen Treo CT’s within 12”of the wall and they sound great, probably because the port is on the bottom of the speakers.  The point about using absorption or diffusion behind the speakers is a good one. 
Researching an "affordable Roon server/streamer, and my choice...
Good choice!  I have the Sonicorbiter I5 and both micro and ultra Rendus, and am very happy with it for a couple of years now.  Hope you enjoy it. 
Cube Audio Nenuphar Single Driver Speaker (10 inch) TQWT Enclosure
Thanks David, will do. 
Cube Audio Nenuphar Single Driver Speaker (10 inch) TQWT Enclosure
Any Nenuphar owners in NC, Virginia, SC or Georgia?  I’m really interested, but need to hear them in person before making a decision.  Of course I’ll wear a mask.  Thanks,Don Ivey 
Pass Labs XA30.8
Yes, you must!  I drive my 30.8 with an LTA MZ2 pre., and they make beautiful music with a pair of Vandersteen Treo CT speakers.  You won’t be disappointed. 
MoOde
Sorry about the double post. 
MoOde
I’m using MoOde with a Raspberry Pi 4.  Mostly with usb output playing internet radio stations, but sometimes with Qobuz, though an intermediate app (Mconnect) is required for that.  Sound quality is good, but you sort of get what you pay for, so ... 
MoOde
I’m using MoOde with a Raspberry Pi 4.  Mostly with usb output playing internet radio stations, but sometimes with Qobuz, though an intermediate app (Mconnect) is required for that.  Sound quality is good, but you sort of get what you pay for, so ... 
Which SS amplifier has similar sound as the LTA amplifiers?....
You might also consider a Belles Aria - great integrated amp!