j_andrews

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Denafrips Ares ii
I believe there is a perceptible difference in sq when using a reclocker like the Iris but that difference is small and subtle ... and the rest of the gear down the line would need to be able to display the differences as well I think most people... 
Denafrips Ares ii
@vsrrr initially I was only using digital rca (blue jeans cable) and I was quite happy with it . the ZS has some filtering or purifying circuitry on the spdif output after I got the Iris ddc I changed my setup now I go into the Iris out of th... 
IFi Zen Stream with Qobuz
Just the free version for now  I’ll buy the $6 app but is it the useability that improves or sound quality ? It seems clunky and laggy just to search.  Also the search bar itself requires perfect spelling, etc… which is challenging when discover... 
IFi Zen Stream with Qobuz
I’m testing out Qobuz via Mconnect in my aforementioned Zen Stream set up: (Ifi Zen > Curious USB > Denafrips Iris > Lifatec fiberoptic > Denafrips Ares II > Blue Jeans rca > amp) Yes I think it sounds better than my Tidal conn... 
IFi Zen Stream with Qobuz
Hello great to find this thread as I’m continually working on maximizing what my Ifi Zen Stream can provide. I’m currently using the Ifi Zen Stream powered by a 12V LHY linear supply purchased from Beatechnik. ZS output is USB via a Curious Cab... 
Denafrips Ares ii
I just picked up one used and it's sounding great.  Currently listening to it on NOS mode. Curious if anyone has thoughts on the best input to use? Given that the dig signal is stored in memory first b4 being processed , does it really matter if...