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Quboz cuts off beginning of songs
I checked the three Qobuz applications which I use. Only the Windows stand-alone application has the facility to control buffer size. It's in the Settings > Music playing menu. Thus, I don't think I can provide you any useful assistance, good l... 
Quboz cuts off beginning of songs
You might try experimenting with an increase in the buffer size in your Qobuz app settings. You should know right away if this works in your system.  
Hooking up a NAD 3020 v2 to a PC
Regarding your last question about bypassing the PC sound card: on your PC, you might need to go to "Settings -> System -> Sound" and then select "Choose where to play the sound". Then, you may have to "Pair a new output device".  Another t... 
Are there any stand alone servers, that do NOT have a streaming function?
Can you swap out the noisy fans in your PC for fans that run more quietly? You may be able to use https://pcpartpicker.com/ to find the parts that you need.   
Jazz for aficionados
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9sko93nueg    
Favorite rock/pop male voices
Doug Sahm (RIP)    
Cartridge for a Sony PS-LX5
You might want to check for any resonance issues. There's a good tool for this at Vinyl Engine: https://www.vinylengine.com/cartridge_resonance_evaluator.php    
Wyred 4 Sound Driver Issue
You may have already tried this, not sure from your description: look at your sound settings (System > Sound) and make sure that you've selected the correct output device. Hope this helps!  
Jazz for aficionados
@curiousjim Wow, turn it up!  
Jazz for aficionados
@curiousjim These records come to mind: "Overtime" by the Dave Holland Big Band; "Power to the People" by Joe Henderson; "Unity" by Larry Young; "Gnu High" by Kenny Wheeler. Enjoy the speakers, hope they're great.  
Jazz for aficionados
Haven't posted anything for awhile. I found this in the Qobuz new releases. https://youtu.be/IFRPurO0rV4?si=YjaNj0fRU3-uk8q5 The whole album is on Bandcamp...  
Jazz for aficionados
Miroslav Vitous w/Joe Henderson, Herbie Hancock, John McLaughlin, Jack DeJohnette.      
Which Vintage CD Player To Use As A Transport?
Technics SL-P550. It also has a digital output.  
Cartridge mounting woes
Thanks for all of the responses. I appreciate your willingness to share your creativity and expertise. I think the approach with set screws is worth a try, and I'm planning to start there; small investment, very little downside. From there, perha... 
Cartridge mounting woes
@lexphin McMaster-Carr looks impressive.Set screws appear to be what I need. Thanks.