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Looking for a good DAC under $500
Hi, yes i can suggest an amazing DAC for you in your price range. I have owned it for about a month now and it is the third DAC i have owned and by far the best, read the reviews. OK, it's a Cambridge DacMagic Plus. The price is $350 on Amazon and... 
CDP Repair or Replace? Seeking advice Please
Hi, jafant. I think I paid around $450 for the Sony SCD-2000ES. It turned out to be an absolute steal. Not only does it hold 5 disks, it plays hybrid SACD's and has both TOSLINK and COAX outputs for playing CD's on an external DAC. In terms of SQ,... 
CDP Repair or Replace? Seeking advice Please
Mr. George,Thanks for the link! I think I will start by opening the unit and reseating connectors and looking for anything questionable.Thanks to all for your help and suggestions!grm 
Who has tried "TIDAL" vs other streaming applications?
Strange?Rebooted system and "Masters" came back?? 
Who has tried "TIDAL" vs other streaming applications?
jond,Hi. My CDP/DAC is reporting 96. This is adjustable on my PC audio card through its app, I can set the sampling to 44.1, 48, or 96. I set it to 96 just guessing this would be the best way to go. Is there any reason to set it to either 44.1 or ... 
Who has tried "TIDAL" vs other streaming applications?
Hi,Thanks for the help. I still can not find the "Masters" selection anymore. Going through all of the TIDAL UI links on my PC it is not to be found. However, I remember the Eagles had a number of Master albums, so I did a search and found them in... 
Who has tried "TIDAL" vs other streaming applications?
Hi,Where did TIDAL "Masters" go? I'm running the desktop app and I think after a TIDAL update I can no longer find it? When I check my settings, HIFI/Masters is selected and my HIFI does light-up while streaming.Thanks for your help! 
TIDAL Desktop Application or Chrome Browser?
Hi,Been surfing the web regarding TIDAL and have found many threads indicating TIDAL is in dire financial straits (loosing 28M in the past year) as well as not paying some substantial depts. I really hope TIDAL can hang in there!On another topic c... 
TIDAL Desktop Application or Chrome Browser?
Hi,I'm not sure why I percieve a difference but I do, it seems to "my" ears using Chrome seems slightly better to me than TIDAL's desktop app, even though the desktop app displays "HIFI" during playback. Technically, I'm not sure why there would b... 
Who has tried "TIDAL" vs other streaming applications?
Hi,Is it my imagination or is TIDAL applying some EQ to their playback? I have recently noticed more bass and an ever so lightly rolled off top end. Maybe its just my imagination or the type of music I'm listening to?Anyone else out there who has ... 
Reliabilty, Keeping Equipment Powered on or off?
Turned everything off last night after leaving everything on for an extended period of time (weeks). Well, when I powered on the Krell, there was a distinct "pop" sound, now the remote control does not work! Learned my lesson. 
What do audiophiles want from a cable?
Yes, I believe it true that different cables each have their own sonic signature imparting their characteristics in your system. For example, I used to own a Theta Pro-Basic 3, and it was very aggressive, however by inserting a mostly entry level ... 
Who has tried "TIDAL" vs other streaming applications?
Hi, hgeifman.Great recording, "Exactly Like This" by Doug MacLeod, I think it demonstrates how great Tidal can sound! Just like with CD's or SACD's, there are great recordings and some not so great. I believe TIDAL seems true to the quality of the... 
The demise of the music CD inevitable?
I hope SACD sticks around, as compared to any other source of sound reproduction, nothing beats a good SACD recording in my system. Unlike the traditional CD, which at this time for me is obsolete, I will continue to purchase SACD's from my favori... 
Who has tried "TIDAL" vs other streaming applications?
OOPS!An exception, SACD - nothing sounds better! I will continue to purchase SACD's from my favorite artists if they are available.