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Innous Zen Mini MK 3
@arafiq I was also considering the Zen Mini, but after much thought I came to the same conclusion as you did. I got a mint used Node 2i and a new MDHT Orchid. I am very happy with both purchases. I hope at some point Innuos makes a pure streamer. ... 
Cool it!
I have a Parasound 5 channel amp in my home theater system. There are only a few inches between the amp and the shelf above. I use one of these with front exhaust. It works great and is very quiet. They also have models with top and rear exhaust. ... 
Best cheap integrated amp
I was thinking used on the Yamaha. 
Best cheap integrated amp
Yamaha and Marantz have Integrateds in your price range. My son has the Yamaha S801 and it sounds very good with his Harbeth C7’s. 
High end units in the U.S. market that are not black?
Prima Luna, Cayin, Yamaha. 
O.K., downloads, streaming and more....but I still like many of my CD and SACD disks
Marantz SA8005 or you can go further up the Marantz line (used).  
Anyone with tinnitus or hearing loss who is into "high-end" audio?
@zm Good advice. The initial phase can be crushing, but habituation is possible.For those in the US, consider joining the American Tinnitus Association (ATA). They raise money through contributions from many sources to fund research. For about $40... 
Anyone with tinnitus or hearing loss who is into "high-end" audio?
@falconquest"The current thinking is that tinnitus is a result of hearing loss at a specific frequency and the brain's attempt to restore that frequency manifesting itself as an audible sound."   Exactly right. 
Anyone with tinnitus or hearing loss who is into "high-end" audio?
I’ve had moderate tinnitus for 20 years due to acoustic trauma (loud machinery and concerts). It came on suddenly and I stopped listening to music for about 3 years. I also have some high frequency hearing loss. Over time I habituated to the tinni... 
I Think I Am Becoming An Audiophile
n80,Yes you could say that chamber music is the easy listening version of classical music. However, better for the newbie not to start with something like "Pictures At An Exhibition". 
Ethernet cables
Supra Cat8! ebay, seller zendada. 
I Think I Am Becoming An Audiophile
@artemus_5 A good way to ease into classical music is to listen to chamber orchestras/music rather than big symphonic pieces. 
Non Analytical Sounding DAC Upgrade- Budget $1,500 or less
@atmasphere Interesting. How were you using the D-30, streaming, CD's, Hi-res? 
Who's bought a piece of gear only
Back in 1974, a McIntosh C-26. Still have it in a secondary system.  
External DAC connection for Bluesound Node 2i (after "Another streaming newbie" thread)
@lowrider57  Come on, give us a recommendation. I have a Node2i and looking for an external DAC.