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EMM CDSD transport new version out
Iujona. I checked with EMM's largest dealer and according to him this is nonsence. Just another rumer. Not true. 
EMM vs Remiyo
Jeffreyb own's both. Maybe he'll chim in. 
Help with Hydra Power Conditioner
Dave. You just got hooked. My advice: Since you noticed a big difference with the Hydra, buy one. Don't worry about the other stuff for now. However, you won't be able to help yourself. You'll start upgrading because you'll come to the realization... 
Anybody tried EMM DCC2 into preamp?
Exlibris. Try a Gryphon Encore. 500 watts per side.I'm running through my DCC 2 to the Gryphon. The only other ss pre amp I own is the Pass x2.5. The DCC 2 is better in my opinion. 
Tell me about your Jena Labs Symphonys
Redkiwi: It's been said in the past that Jena S/C works well with other brands but the Jena I/C's work best with Jena S/C. I have the Symphony Ic's and the Valkyre S/C. Since the S/C carries an amplified signal I went bigger on those and am happy ... 
VAC PHI 2.0 or CTC Blowtorch or...
Exlibris: FYI, the faceplate on the CDSD WAS changed on the newer model but the only difference that you might notice is the finish. The new one has a satin finish and the older one has a more shiny finish.Frank 
VAC PHI 2.0 or CTC Blowtorch or...
EMM is not using the term second generation as far as I know. I used it because there were changes. I don't want to get anyone mad at me but I will say this. Production of the CDSD stopped toward the end of last year and didn't resume until the en... 
VAC PHI 2.0 or CTC Blowtorch or...
Exlibris. I think I have a solution for you If you want more density and weight. Replace the Philips with the CDSD. The Philips works well with the EMM dacs but are a little thin sounding. I've had two EMM/Philips repaired and modded by APL HiFi a... 
ARC REF3 and Boulder 2060-a match made in heaven
David. I've been wondering about the new ref3. Please keep us updated as you have more time with it.Did you compare it with the Bat 51se?Thanks 
phantom center channel
There's a very good roundtable discussion on this in one of last years Absolute Sounds. Don't rememenber which issue but I think it's included in the surround sound discussion.EMM labs will mod their Switchman preamp for a phantom center by spliti... 
I want profoundly better bass
Talon Khorus. They go down to 17hz and you can find them used for under $5000. 
Mating power cords with APL 3910
fplanner. Mine's the 3.5 sig. Not the plus. I've been using a Silent Source cord on it. 
Mating power cords with APL 3910
Fplanner2000: I had my APL plugged into a BPT3.5 also. Recently plugged it into the wall and it improved. I talked to Alex about it and He said that his power supply already converts to balanced power and better not to plug it into the BPT. Just g... 
How good is Empirical Audio's Parasound JC1 Mod?
Drhst20. I'm glad you made you're first post on this thread. I have been interested in this mod since it was first advertised and started an earlier thread on this subject with no replys. I immediately noticed he was quoting from the E/A page. Not... 
Mating power cords with APL 3910
Sorry if this is off thread (it is) but Sean's post got my interest.Sean, you certainly know more about the teck issues than me but doesn't that hugh copper buss bar in the Hydra 8 distribute the current to all outlets? If not, what's it for? Thanks.