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Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
shadorne - Here is a thesis paper explaining why R-2R DACs have lots of harmonic distortion. Looks like the distortion is consistent across all harmonics.....Hi shadorne. I have no disagreement in what you are stating in your previous post. I woul... 
why do people feel the need to buy expensive cable
+1@calvinj IMO, your 04-19-2018 6:41am post is well stated. 
listening to music in the car
I have so much music that I have to listen at any opportunity, otherwise I simply would never hear it in one lifetime. For me, listening in the car provides just another of many opportunities. I’m not very much concerned with sound "quality" thoug... 
why do people feel the need to buy expensive cable
melbguy1 - The usual reason audiophiles dismiss more expensive cables in a-b comparisons is because to be blunt, their systems aren’t capable of clearly revealing the differences.IMO, the quoted statement is to generic in that there are different ... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
@sadonoThank you. 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
@charles1dad Understood. Thanks. 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
@sadonoYou write with wisdom like a child, directly to the heart. I trust you will interpret my questions as genuine.Simple yes/no questions if I may... no need to elaborate beyond yes/no but by all means do so if so inclined...- does this 16 vs 2... 
Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD
charles1dad - Hello Steve N, George frequently to support his point says R2R is "bit perfect" whereas delta sigma is merely a "facsimile". As a listener I don’t hear R2R superiority. As a builder/designer is this claim true and if so is it an audi... 
Why does the power cord on my new Samsung Samart TV detach?
Because SAMSUNG SERVICE SUCKS, so it makes it easier for the technician to carry out the panel only. 😬 
We Need A Separate Forum for Fuses
Yes my phriend jetter. I understand. I’m very much aware of those on the forum who listen to the heart-of-gold band 💛 and those who do not.Had you not replied, I remained grateful geoffkait was to have his way and get the last word - gdhal 😉 
Oppo UDP-205 DAC vs. The Competition
If either of you are considering selling the 205, please let me know.I read some info on the avs forum having to do with an entity called "magnolia" that has some stock. I’m only a messenger in this regard 🙂 
One of the best HDMI cable?
geoffkait, sorry, your time to respond expired... like a blown fuse ... 💣 
Anyone recommend a good hdmi cable?
Hi xenon. Welcome to the forum. Any premium certified cable will more than suffice. No need to spend big bucks, IMO. Check for the logo.https://www.hdmi.org/manufacturer/premiumcable/Premium_HDMI_Cable_Certification_Program.aspx 
We Need A Separate Forum for Fuses
Cheers 🥂 
why do people feel the need to buy expensive cable
clearthink - It looks like gdhal has become sensitive today that is ok I think costco is funny even though I did not originate that nickname I researched it and found it is the name of a major "warehouse" type store in the US ....Oh, seeing that y...