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Bricasti M1 DAC vs PS Audio Direct Stream DAC
Lula, As I noted above, the newly engineered feet with Stillpoints for improved isolation (and added stability), the new point-to-point wiring, the elimination of various connectors, the next generation power improvements and the power capacitor i... 
Anyone love TIDAL lossless streaming like I do?
These recordings were created from a compilation from Philip O’Hanlon's SACD collection that he played at 2016 T.H.E. Show.  These songs are terrific.  The link to Tidal is below.  If you save it as a favorite (need Tidal subscription), it will re... 
Bricasti M1 DAC vs PS Audio Direct Stream DAC
I sent my Bricasti M1 DAC back to the factory for the M1 SE upgrade.  My M1 SE is expected back on Thursday, June 9th.   As per their web site, the Bricasti M1 SE upgrade includes:"The Special Edition M1 builds on the success of the Classic M1 and... 
Anyone love TIDAL lossless streaming like I do?
Jer, You above post indicates "The biggest deal breaker for you is buffering".  When I first started using Tidal Streaming, I also had buffering problems and it was driving me crazy.  I had no problems with other programs, or activities, using my ... 
MAC Book Pro Computer vs Aurender N100h vs Aurender N10 Music Servers
I visited the Aurender room at THE Show and was told a new software release is expected in the next 30 days (estimated date, could be earlier or later). The new release will fix bugs, eliminate the stand by option (unit will be on or off), add ad... 
Seeking Imformation Regarding 2016 California Audio Show
Last week, I asked Constantine Soo, Organizer of the 2016 California Audio Show, about the 2016 California Audio Show and he has not responded (as of today).  As noted above, the number of exhibitors for last year was much less than precedent year... 
THE SHOW AT NEWPORT BEACH 2016
I suggest you visit On a Higher Note (distributor of high-end audio components ) located in the Pelican Hill Room.  Philip O’Hanlon’s demo using Vivid Speakers, Luxman and Merging Technologies are outstanding.   He usually uses LP's and switches t... 
THE SHOW AT NEWPORT BEACH 2016
I have always enjoyed going to THE Show (Newport Beach, June 3-5).  For me, the best part is discovering new music that I can listen to at home on my audio system. It is fun to visit the many rooms and listen. Yes, some rooms sound great and oth... 
Is it in my head only?
Correction, NO, it is not in your head.  Sorry. 
Need Balanced DAC with optical and coaxial inputs for 2 channel home theater system
Thanks again for al the above suggestions.  I have added the Resonessence Labs Veritas DAC to my list ($2,850).  Resonessence Labs latest Audio DAC product, VERITAS, will start shipping shortly.  The Veritas DAC includes the new ES9028PRO series c... 
Is it in my head only?
Hi Arafiq, The answer is yes since I had the exact same experience.  I also switched to the Apple AirPort Extreme Router and my Tidal Streaming audio sound quality was much improved.   In addition, I also changed from using an Ethernet over Power ... 
DAC that will play 196/256 files through optical input
I am NOT an expert on this topic and we need someone to confirm my comments below.  After some limited research, I found the following information (in quotes):"Due to bandwidth limitations, high resolution audio formats such as Dolby Digital Plus,... 
Need Balanced DAC with optical and coaxial inputs for 2 channel home theater system
Hi Zipbang, Are you saying that the Essence DAC HDACC allows me to run a HDMI cable from my cable box to the Essence (video & audio) and another HDMI cable fro the Essence DAC to my Pioneer Plasma TV for video?   I would then run balanced cabl... 
blu-ray coaxial outputs limited rez to dacs?
Please the text below from The Absolute Sound:"On Blu-ray Disc sources played back by the Oppo BP-95, the HDACC did a superb job of handling the HDMI digital stream and converting it into pristine sound. On the live music albums where I had the op... 
blu-ray coaxial outputs limited rez to dacs?
Hi W8aaz, Sometimes if you ask enough questions, you find the right answer. Please check out the $500 Essense DAC HDACC. It accepts HDMI from your blu-ray and outputs analog to your amplifier. http://www.essenceelectrostatic.com/product/hdacc/h...