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A Review of the Denafrips Pontus Gen 15 DAC
@cooper52  Well my DAC is taking longer than expected due to a backlog of orders at Denafrips. It's supposed to ship later this week. Then there is the burn in process so a comparison will be a bit. My clock cables just shipped from Japan.  
A Review of the Denafrips Pontus Gen 15 DAC
Yesterday I ordered the Terminator 15th from Audioman58 to replace my Venus II. On a leap of faith because there are no reviews but I like the Denafrips house sound and I already have the Hermes and a good I2s cable. He told me it is exactly like ... 
Macintosh MA352 vs PrimaLuna 300 EVO Hybrid
@howardlee   You asked about any other integrated to consider? This one: https://coda.cc/coda-csib-integrated-amplifier  
Spatial Audio Raven Preamp
I spoke with David at Spatial last week, and the time has finally come that I will be placing my order for my Raven Preamp in the next week or two while I am home for the holidays. I've been saving for a very long time being retired now. I will ge... 
???What's The LEAST Expensive "End Game"Amplifier You've Ever Heard???
Coda 5.5s  
Legacy Audio Focus SE and rivals
Depending on your Budget the Focus XD’s have the internal amplification, which allows for bi amping. They incorporate the better mid range drivers as well compared to the Focus SE. If you also buy the Legacy Wavelet you can get them tuned for your... 
Spatial Audio Raven Preamp
@rav6258   Thank you for your comments, I am saving to buy the Raven this coming spring and this verifies some of the traits I am looking for.   
Integrated amp for Legacy Focus speakers
Preamp, Amp and a DAC. Fills the bill for all your needs. Provides a path for the future.  
Integrated amp for Legacy Focus speakers
gheesh, that $3995 Csib already gone Because it’s really, really good. I have Focus XD’s with Coda S5.5. Stellar!  
Spatial Audio Raven Preamp
@jc4659   Thank you for that reply. I may just get the stock tubes as I can use a little warmth and if not then get a set of Linlai tubes later to tube roll. Appreciated.  
Spatial Audio Raven Preamp
Do the sound characteristics of this preamp enhance or make bass more pronounced? I am not really looking for that. I want tonally neutral but with the tube holographic presentation they are known for and some midrange warmth or fullness. I just r... 
CEC Belt Drive CD Transports vs Jay's Audio CD Transports
FWIW, I have a CEC TL1x, which I bought new in 1991. It's had 1 belt replaced, I feel no need to replace it. It is very musical.  
Jay’s Audio CD Transport
@no_regrets   Your DAC on order does not have AES/EBU inputs which is a downside for users of that connection. It only has USB, Coaxial and optical.   
Reviewing the fabulous Silversmith Fidelium Speaker Cables
Greg Weaver just did a review at the Audio Analyst.   
Spatial Audio Raven Preamp
I noticed today they raised the price from $5495 to $5895.