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Lumin u1 mini vs bryston bdp3
No, not a dealer anywhere near me and the reports of their problematic software never inspired me to hunt one out.  The Lumin's and Auralic's I have owned have operated flawlessly so no need to explore further in that price range.  
Lumin u1 mini vs bryston bdp3
U1 Mini+Sbooster or Aries G1 (no LPS needed) over the Bryston no contest. I don't buy digtial devices from a non-digital specialty company.  
DAC Streamer Recommendation
The list of streamers that are compatible with Amazon HD are on their website and that is all there are for the near future.  Amazon seems to be in no hurry to release their API to other companies and all of them have asked. 
Lampizator DAC Amber crackling noise
Since good NOS 6X5's are readily available for less than $20 it is worth ordering one and see if that fixes the problem. 
Component recommendations for Wilson Audio Alexx
Based on recent reports you might want to add the newest EMM gear to the list along with the Lumin X1 if all you're going to do is stream Tidal or another service.  
Lumin Player App Issues
Have you tried re-booting everything all the way back to the router? 
Tidal Error Message
If you want to use it on multiple devices pay for the Family plan. 
Tidal Error Message
If you were using the app on the smart phone and went straight to the desktop it may still thing the phone is primary so shut both down and then bring up the desktop alone.  
Node 2i to U1 Mini with Yggdrasil?
I own the NT-505 and have owned the Lumin D.  The Teac is the better sounding unit and far more flexible while using the exact same app.  I don't have any doubt the U1 Mini will be an improvement over the Node regardless of the output used.  Had A... 
Help! Finding a matching preamp to a amp Nuforce STA200
Look for a used Wyred 4 Sound STP-SE.  Works like a charm with that amp and has plenty of inputs and outputs.  Other passive options are from Hattor or Channel Island Audio. The Hattor's have to come from the EU while Channel Island is in Californ... 
Parasound A21+ or PS Audio S700 monos?
Another option is the Van Alstine Vision SET 400. I have had one for three months and really enjoy it. It alternates in my system with a PS Audio BHK 250. https://avahifi.com/collections/power-amplifiers/products/vision-set-400-amplifier Frank als... 
DAC 1-2K
http://www.musicalparadise.ca/store/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=97  
Supratek Owners Thread
Tubes can be microphonic not the gear. 
Supratek Owners Thread
On mine that knob is on the right but it is the balance control.  The sensor is just barely sticking out the bottom in the center from the chassis.  You would have to look real close to see it which you can't from that photo. The knob in the cente... 
Supratek Owners Thread
Front center.