hgeifman

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Replace Ayre Codex with QB-9 DSD?
@dbphd, Any news on adjusting the Roon volume level mentioned above?  Let us start over, again. My assumption is the problem is NOT the Codex DAC (gut feeling).  Any chance of borrowing another DAC from a friend and see what happens? This test wil... 
What's the best non-DAC streamer?
As you can see from above many posts, the selection of a music server is NOT an easy decision or process. It seems, everyone has a DIFFERENT server recommendation. I suggest you make a list of the important features your music server needs and you... 
Replace Ayre Codex with QB-9 DSD?
@dbphd, Someone on your other Audiogon post reports:"ROON does have a volume level but I always leave it at 100 and use my AX-5 to set the volume".  
Replace Ayre Codex with Topping D90 DAC
@dbphd, Let us start over, again. My assumption is the problem is NOT the Codex DAC (gut feeling). Any chance of borrowing another DAC from a friend and see what happens? This test will confirm the Codex DAC works or does not work.Let us also assu... 
Replace Ayre Codex with QB-9 DSD?
In addition to the above post, please review your Roon volume settings.  I am not a Roon user so please see this link:https://kb.roonlabs.com/Volume_Leveling 
Replace Ayre Codex with QB-9 DSD?
@dbphd, I am sure you have already done these steps but let us review. The Codex DAC is set for DAC operation. All wires from your source are plugged in correctly to the Codex and also from the DAC to your amplifier. And, the required settings on ... 
Replace Ayre Codex with Topping D90 DAC
@dbphd, I agree with the above posts that the AYRE CODEX DAC is excellent sounding.The CODEX operates in 2 modes.  One as a preamp and the other as a DAC.   Unfortunately, sometimes the setup for one operation or the other is not easy.  Please con... 
Streaming: WiFi or wired??
A wired connection will always provide the best connection.   
Lumin or Aurender
@ozzy, I am happy I was able to help. I hope everything is working okay. I own the Aurender N10 Music Server and like it very much. As I stated above, Aurender Customer Support is excellent, their Conductor App is easy to use and Aurender offers R... 
Lumin or Aurender
I Google searched your question and found the following from the Aurender Support page:"Can I use an external USB hard drive?Yes! You can play the contents of a USB hard drive, or, for best performance, you can copy files from an external hard dri... 
Magnum Dynalab MD-208 Receiver vs. newer MD-209 Receiver
More helpful information:https://www.innerearmag.com/reviews/amplifiers/Magnum_Dynalab_MD209.shtmlhttps://www.hifiplus.com/articles/magnum-dynalab-md209-receiver/https://positive-feedback.com/Issue44/magnum_dynalab_209.htm 
Bricasti M1 vs new M3
@sfseay, Thanks for the information.  Please let me know how the MDx install goes.  It sounds very easy but is it really?    
Qobuz Finally Offers Family Plan
Yes.  It is on the link above. See:Studio Premier FAMILY  $24.99 /month or 269.99/year.  
Bricasti M1 vs new M3
Bricasti reports "MDx Upgrades are performed at the shop in Boston. The new processor will offer improved accuracy and performance so its a worthwhile investment but you can do it anytime. It is a little less money at the moment since we have an i... 
Qobuz Finally Offers Family Plan
@lalitk, Qobuz Customer Service reports "There is no military or student discount at this time but it is being considered for Fall 2020".