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Dumb file size question.
The ratio of data is about 3.3.(96 * 24 ) / (44  * 16) ~= 3.33.3 * 300 = 990 So 1.2 Gigs is actually a little on the high side. ALAC and FLAC are compressed, but with FLAC the compression is user selectable (somewhat).It might be worth seeing if y... 
Attention Manufacturers: What I want is a TINY HT processor!
Yep, they are nice looking. I got burned with an Emotiva. Not going down that path again. :)  
External crossover unit running mains full-range with internal sub crossover freq control
Sure, you are correct. The main reason to use a line level crossover is to reduce the power your amps use, as well as to improve the integration between your main and subs. Limiting the satellites improves dynamic range, lowers distortion and redu... 
Fixing your cable problems forever.
Lack - I removed it because the phrasing and timing could be misconstrued to be against a particular culture, especially during the holiday season. No one asked me to. I just realized that the wording, which on it's face was perfectly sound, in a ... 
Attention Manufacturers: What I want is a TINY HT processor!
Thanks for the kind words, Michael, It does not have to be HEA, but it has to be good. I've tried going with Onkyo and Emotiva, and compared to my then 6 year old Casanova, they sucked. I mean, really really thin. I'm having cognitive dissonance b... 
Is Theta hybernating again?
Addyson, No, I'm just a pining fanboy. The best HT processor I ever had was the Theta Casanova. I followed Theta closely as they delayed, and then finally provided HDMI connectivity in the Casablanca, but it was far too rich for me. Then there was... 
Extremely hyped omni directionals introduced Munich 2018
There has been a misunderstanding: As @eric_squires, the originator of this thread, stated: “I would never allow such a privacy invading product to my house. I barely tolerate a Nest thermostat”. I would like to challenge you, please come and ta... 
Attention Manufacturers: What I want is a TINY HT processor!
@caphill - I think I will. If I don't blow my budget on a new headphone amp and cans. :)  
Recommend powered center / surround combo that won't break the bank?
I think the HEOS is the right idea, and has among the worst reviews I've seen on Amazon 
Attention Manufacturers: What I want is a TINY HT processor!
I really really need to go listen to it.  
Fixing your cable problems forever.
Have you checked out Meniscus? They have a broad range of kits, with/without cabinets and they include all the crossover components. It's really not that much soldering. :) I really don't think that the kits are expensive at all compared to what a... 
Tubes with Infinity IRS Betas
The IRS line was um, problematic. The crossovers were designed empirically through trial and error, amplifiers be damned. Here's the measurements from Stereophile: https://www.stereophile.com/content/infinity-irs-beta-loudspeaker-measurementsIt's ... 
Are Pass Labs amps probably the best ever you can buy ?
I've heard a top end Pass System and I'm .... mystified. I'm sorry but they don't do it for me. They're not even as good as Parasound Halo line. To my ears they are thin and not particularly revealing. If I had the money and space I'd buy Ayre and... 
Fixing your cable problems forever.
Here were my other sources related to speaker building:Parts ExpressMadisoundAudioHobby.EUMeniscusSolen.CAGreat Plains 
Fixing your cable problems forever.
Here's an example of what I'm talking about: https://www.partsconnexion.com/connex-interconnect-wire-cable.htmlBUT! Some people like to make their IC's nearly naked. They use solid bare copper and wrap it in cotton sleeves. So long as your voltage...