gdnrbob
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| Manufacturer Repaired Dropped Integrated Amplifier - Should I Be Concerned? If the manufacturer signs off on the repair, I don't see any reason to doubt it will function as new.If the unit sustained cosmetic damage that wasn't repaired, only then would I ask for a discount.Bob | |
| Upgraded Atma-Sphere MA-1 from 3.0 to 3.3 PM-ed you.B | |
| Upgraded Atma-Sphere MA-1 from 3.0 to 3.3 I just traded in my MP-3 for a MP-1 only because my Ayre KX-R bested it.If I were you, I would keep an eye out for a used MP-1. That way you'll never have to upgrade again.Bob | |
| Audioquest vs. Others I just auditioned some of the newest AQ cables- with some very high prices, and can say that they are unbelievably great.In my opinion, AQ prices their cables realistically with regard to their capabilities. That being said, as you work your way t... | |
| Broken hearted...magnepan and vandersteen I am moving to the Sub 3's,If anyone is interested in buying a nice pair of Black/Black 2wq's, PM me.Bob | |
| Seeking help finding the weak link(s) in my system and offering suggestions please. Another question-What were the components of the system you liked?And, where are you located?Bob | |
| Recommendations for high quality Streaming Audio: I concur with big greg,I also own 2 Nodes (original version). And, they perform flawlessly and still upgrade. The onboard DAC is pretty good for the money, but if you are serious, you can buy a higher quality DAC and still use the Nodes.The only o... | |
| Should I defrag my 1.5 TB HDD BEFORE transfering files to a SSD? OR... Defrag is only to wipe out the unnecessary bits and allow the drive to perform more efficiently.If you want to have a faster download, then defrag, but I doubt it will make a significant difference.B | |
| Internally Balanced cables supporting AES48 Standard @yyzsantabarbara, I agree, those cables that go from XLR to RCA aren't going to be AES48 compliant.If you want to go from XLR to non balanced, a Jensen transformer/adapter(or something similar) would be the way to maintain AES continuity. Though I... | |
| Qobuz I tried to sign up for the new rate, but things got screwed up.Not only was my previous subscription cancelled, but I ended up on a monthly plan-nor was my previous subscription credited towards the new subscription.I opened a ticket. Hopefully, t... | |
| A visit to the (Audio) Doctor @mr_m ,Good one😂Bob | |
| Does anyone know if Bluesound Node 2i Streamer/Dac is being updated soon. @puffbojie ,From my discussions with Bluesound, the updated Nodes offer a wider range of network capabilities- like 5ghz band in the latest iteration.Otherwise, the Nodes are essentially the same.I own the original Nodes, and haven't upgraded to a... | |
| Dipping my toes in the streaming waters.. Since I don't own either a Bel Canto or Classe product, I can't help you.But, switching out DAC's isn't hard. So, why not try each and see what floats your boat?As far as a DAC upgrade, I would highly recommend an Ayre Codex. Used prices are just ... | |
| Internally Balanced cables supporting AES48 Standard @yyzsantabarbara ,I know that Ralph(Atma-Sphere) can provide a suitable cable, as he supplied me with a 24 foot run for my MP-3. (And, they weren't expensive).Though, I would find it strange that a balanced cable- that is, balanced to balanced, no... | |
| A visit to the (Audio) Doctor @fjblair , Maybe they felt it their civic duty to report their experience. In this digital age, bad news travels faster than good.-And, perhaps that is better than being unaware.If I discovered this thread and had the experience that jtrelin had, ... |