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| PS Audio Direct Stream As noted above, three magazines gave the PS Audio DirectStream DAC an outstanding review.However, it still brothers me that the DirectStream converts all inputs to 10 x DSD, and then uses a true single-bit double-rate DSD core engine to prepare th... | |
| DSD DAC's - Any recommendations? I also like the Ayre QB-9 DSD DAC. Please see:http://www.ayre.com/9series.htm | |
| Luxman 505UX vs. Luxman 550AX Integrated Amps My first audition was the Luxman 550ax and I thought it was terrific. The next step, of course, was to listen to the Luxman 590ax. It was a huge improvement over the 550ax and was more expensive. After listening to both units several times, I deci... | |
| Is Spotify as good of quality as the HD-Tracks? Amarra sQ will be part of the Amarra 3.0 upgrade but is a separate app that is installed as part of the process. To use Amarra sQ after initial setup, all you really need to do is have it running, launch your browser and head to your favorite stre... | |
| Is Spotify as good of quality as the HD-Tracks? For Immediate Release Contact: Sonic Studio info@sonicstudio.comSonic Studio Debuts AmarraTM Version 3.0Introduces All New Amarra sQTM Streaming App, Amarra ClarityTM Noise Elimination Technology, iRC(b) Impulse Response Correction, and Support fo... | |
| Is Spotify as good of quality as the HD-Tracks? Amarra sQ is a separate app that breaths life into any streamed content service. sQ integrates a mastering-level four-band EQ with linear phase filter technology and advanced dither that allows users to tailor the tonal output with an extremely in... | |
| Is Spotify as good of quality as the HD-Tracks? It looks like Amarra 3.0 supports streaming capabilities. Amarra sQ is an application that makes streaming services sound great.I am trying to determine how this works but it looks streaming services will be routes thru Amarra. Please see the Amar... | |
| NEED A RECOMMENDATION FOR NEW CD/SACD PLAYER I also suggest you demo the Oppo 105 CD player. As noted above, the player offers many options, is a great value for the money, supports DSD and their customer service is terrific. See:https://www.oppodigital.com/blu-ray-bdp-105/Another more expen... | |
| MOG to shut down, replaced by Beats Music QoBuz is a new high quality streaming service that is expected in the United Stares in October. Their service availability needs to be confirmed.I copied the post below from their web site:"There are two levels of high quality audio available: Los... | |
| T.H.E. Show in Los Angeles The comments I heard on using the DSD format were very confusing to me. All 8+ people on the Saturday DSD panel highly recommended we start using DSD immediately. They spent time discussing the recording process and the benefits of DSD but did not... | |
| Suggestions for New/Used amp under $3500 Ayre AX-7e integrated amplifier is an excellent amp in your price range. It sounds best running in balanced mode. I suggest you give it a listen. | |
| Changing my Ayre AX-7/CX-7 Voltage Please call Ayre and ask them. Their chstomer service is excellent. | |
| Absolute top tier DAC for standard res Redbook CD Would you consider adding the Ayre QB-9 DSD DAC to your audition list? Please see:http://www.ayre.com/qb9.htmPlease see the review of the Ayre QB-9 DSD DAC in the Computer Audiophile web site below:http://www.computeraudiophile.com/content/565-ayr... | |
| PS Audio Direct Stream Ozzy: You have zero risk buying the PS Audio Direct Stream DAC since PS Audio has a 100% money back return policy. If the unit does not sound okay, you can return it and get your money back. In addition, PS Audio Customer Support is terrific if yo... | |
| Apple in Talks to Buy Beats Electronics for $3.2 B As other noted above, the potential Apple Buys Beats deal, on the surface, certainly did not make sense to me. I was initially disappointed and puzzled by the news. However, with a bit more research it appears this is not a bad acquisition (maybe)... |