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Ethernet 7
If it is a true CAT 7 cable then it will have isolation/grounding between the pairs of wires.You are going to need a female to female coupler that has a grounding feature.This should be a good coupler:https://www.amazon.com/AMPCOM-Coupler-Keystone... 
Why does MQA not sound good in my system? Confused
I'll say it again,MQA is just the Dolby of the 21st century. The latter made a ton of money getting people/studios to believe they're technology made a difference.MQA wants to do the same.B 
Streaming vs ripped music
@mofojo ,I think your experience mimics the same rationale behind Sam Laufer's The Memory Player.Bob 
The Belles Aria Signature Integrated Amplifier
@ianrmack ,Oohh, that sounds like a great pairing.B 
Coupling/Decoupling Electronics
Funny, but where is Millercarbon?He has a thread on Townshend platforms that the OP should look at.In any case, I never got to try spring isolation under my Treo's due to space issues, but did use them under my components. Long story short, they d... 
Townshend Audio Podiums: The Full Review
Well, at least we agree on one thing.😊Bob 
Upgrade Bluesound DAC or go to Aurrender?
Add Innuos to that list.B 
Townshend Audio Podiums: The Full Review
It also does it's magic with an Atmasphere MP-1.My office system is suspended from wall mounted Sumo Shelves.They look nice but aren't the most inert, so I bought some Townshend Platforms for my Belles Aria monoblocks and my Atma UV-1 preamp.It se... 
Townshend Audio Podiums: The Full Review
I ordered a pair of Podiums for my Vandy Treo's.I never got to install them as my floor space is limited and those outrigger feet took up too much room.-Probably all for the better as Mr. V. believes his speakers benefit from a solid marble plinth... 
If you had access to a time machine, what concerts would you go back to see?
Listening to Clara Schumann debut the A minor Piano Concerto would be one of my picks.Bob 
What do you use for streaming Classical?
@mike_in_nc ,I only purchased the software ($120/year or so), as the Innuos works with Roon- no need to buy a Roon Core.The latest version seems to be a significant upgrade over previous versions. IMHO.B 
Audioquest Robin Hood Zero
@rjtrout,Glad they worked out for you. And Welcome to Audiogon.Bob 
What do you use for streaming Classical?
@mlsstl ,Thanks for the summation. Spot On.@OP,As I said, I am using Roon with my Innuos-which is a streamer that accepts Roon. and Squeezebox.Squeezebox is quite competent, but Roon takes it further- smoother interface that has track details, and... 
What do you use for streaming Classical?
@OP, I understand your issue with how many streaming services display classical tracks and completely agree.I just switched to Innuos -previously Bluesound- and ended up getting Roon.Using Qobuz, the Roon app shows detailed track infomation that w... 
... out here on Long Island ...
Audiophile's Anonymous?I hate to say we exhibit some of the same behaviour as the other group.B