earthbound

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When Will the DAC Singularity Be Reached?
I kind of view sound “differences” in dacs like flavors in foods. Ingredients can be the same but can taste differently based on how they are prepared. Also, everyone tastes that same food differently. Hearing is the same way. Science does not hav... 
dacs that I have had in my system - a listing
Thanks for the replay and great to hear. I’ve heard nothing but good things regarding the sound from Rockna. Glad you’re loving yours and good luck with it.   
Warm sounding 6922 Type Tubes
I use the Amperex in the yellow and green box. I think it’s made in Holland but is quite expensive, around $180 a tube when I bought them. Sounds wonderful in my ModWright modded Cambridge cxn v2. Warm and very easy to listen to for long periods o... 
dacs that I have had in my system - a listing
Thanks for sharing your dac experiences. What a journey! I’m just ordered another dac, which will be my fourth in the last year. The Cambridge cxn v2 modded by ModWright is so easy to listen to but I feel it lacks some detail. Topping d90 has wond... 
Streamer Selection - Thoughts Requested Please!
I too have been shopping for a streamer, seems like 6 months, and I’ve read every review and article on the ones you listed above. I think it’s important to get a newer release with the technology and/or features changing I was on board with the I... 
New- HiFi ROSE RS130 Ultimate Network Transport
With their use of i2s and optical, if implemented correctly, this will be a big advantage for audiophiles over other products. I do remember reading somewhere that there were some issues with using optical for home audio. If anyone knows, please s... 
New- HiFi ROSE RS130 Ultimate Network Transport
I look forward to hearing users impressions.   
LessLoss Echos End
Will do Charles. I was reading some of your posts over at What’s Best regarding streamers, particularly the Innuos Pulse. Constantin seems to like them and I like the idea of the beefed up power supply. Look forward to making the next step to impr... 
LessLoss Echos End
Constantin was super nice to talk to and quite informative. They do have a loaner program. I will sort out which streamer to purchase and borrow the loaner. Good times.   
LessLoss Echos End
Thank you. I did see that trial for the cables. Under another heading I saw a 10 day trial for certain items but to call. Calling now!  
LessLoss Echos End
Thanks for the heads up recklesskelly. I actually did go to their website to read some reviews. I did not see the trial period offer when I was there. Good to know.   
LessLoss Echos End
Thanks Aric for the heads up. There’s plenty of options so I wasn’t too upset to cross one off! Btw, preamp is fully broken in and everything sounds wonderful. 😀  
LessLoss Echos End
Thanks Charles. That’s great news. I will email him today.   
LessLoss Echos End
Yikes. This isn’t a good sign.   
Musetec (LKS) MH-DA005 DAC
Has anyone noticed a difference between the AES and the coaxial inputs on the dac?