hellofidelity
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| OK What's next with my iPod? The most performance I've achieved with an iPod (and Mac), is the Naim DAC or Naim Uniti or UnitiQute. The Naim DAC even made a Linn CD12 sound better. | |
| Ipod quality? Yup, an iPod can sound extremely good if done right. I use the Naim DAC with Apple Lossless files, and "how sweet it is". I understand some people's thoughts on Apple, but both OSX and iOS devices sound excellent when setup right and connected to ... | |
| Ipod quality? Make sure to turn off the "sound check" and "sound enhancer" settings. Also make sure the EQ is turned off.Another issue in mobile audio is the output. To really get the best out of an iPod, you must use a dock that allows the digital signal to be... | |
| 90s Britpop..... I don't know much about the "Brit Pop" scene and would not know what bands would be a part of it, but I'll take a guess....Radiohead seems to be one of the best things that came out of the 90s. While I ignored their debut album "Pablo Honey" when ... | |
| Headphones - Senn HD 800 or Grado RS1i....... Thomastrouble, I see that your adventure has started. Like I said in my first reply, you really must listen for yourself. That's what this is all about. What is "heaven" for someone, is "hell" for someone else.After designing and building music sy... | |
| What's in a NAIM? I'm not going to rule out that the Naim might have a problem, but when video is a part of a system, it opens the door for all kinds of hum and noise. Naim is one of the most reliable and dependable brands I've ever worked with, especially their "t... | |
| What's in a NAIM? Does the NAIT5i produce the same hum when you connect another source? Does the Pioneer produce the hum when connected to another amp, TV, etc....? Could the television/monitor produce some feedback through the video or audio connections? Are you u... | |
| To all tube lovers....... 47 Laboratory | |
| Best earbuds/earphones Richard_stacy, I have used the ER-4P since 2000 and keep them at home since the HF-2 came out. They both sound great with my iPhone and I really like the microphone and "button" on the HF-2 for talking and working out.There is a newer version of t... | |
| Best earbuds/earphones Richard_stacy, I would recommend the HF2/HF5 and ER4P over the 6i. The 6i doesn't sound as good as the HF series and ER4P, and they don't fit as snug because of the short, stubby capsule.The HF2 and HF5 are the same, except the HF2 adds a micropho... | |
| First toe dip into the digital stream Magfan brings up a good point. Some DACs have trouble locking onto the AE's signal. :(In addition to listening for a longer period of time, also change tracks and turn the stream on/off to verify your DAC/processor can lock properly. The 5103 does... | |
| Headphones - Senn HD 800 or Grado RS1i....... Thomastrouble, the Grados sound excellent with the Naim Headline. That's one of my favorite setups. I noticed that you have Totems and Naim gear, and that is also a great combo. Jax2 seems more experienced with headphones and I fully respect his o... | |
| First toe dip into the digital stream Clarets2, I have used Max and know a few people who do as well. It's great for FLAC on a Mac. As for Apple Lossless vs. FLAC, WAV and AIFF? Well, that's a debated issue....Here is my opinion (and it differs per person)....I feel like iTunes and Ap... | |
| Headphones - Senn HD 800 or Grado RS1i....... Thomastrouble, the HeadRoom Ultra Desktop is an excellent amp.I also recommend looking into the Grado GS1000 and PS1000 if you are considering the Senn HD800. Like Jax2 states, the Grado PS1000 cans are a good comparison for the 800s. It really co... | |
| Best earbuds/earphones My two favorite IEMs are the Etymotic HF2/HF5 and the new Grados. It's such a personal thing that I highly recommend you try some different IEMs for yourself. Headroom is great for information and trials.In regards to your UEs, have you tried a go... |