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Merrill Audio Element 118
I read that enjoy the music review. I'm using Classe' CA M600 monoblocks directly into my Emm Labs DV2. It would make for a interesting comparison. 
Merrill Audio Element 118
Thanks for that twoleftears. I'm intrigued. I do know someone who has heard the 118s and he said very transparent. But as we all know without listening in your system. One never knows. 
Emm Labs DV2
My Bad! I didn't realize this kind of response was inappropriate on the forum. If I recommend a product it's solely because I think its a good product. If I was promoting Emm I would have said the NS1 was great. I was asking about Aurender. Sorry ... 
Emm Labs DV2
Under the circumstances just be patient. It's worth taking your time. When you get the opportunity to hear one take note of all components. My monoblocks are Classe' CA M 600's, my system may sound even better with upgraded amps. Which is scary! I... 
Emm Labs DV2
Hi Joe, I listened to MSB, Bricasti, Berkley, and I have a PS Audio Directstream. I became so impressed with this dac I became a dealer. Just submitted all the paperwork. I'm hoping to move a few units to friends who are audiophiles. Only dealing ... 
Emm Labs DV2
Joe I'm using the NS1 now, I'm able to do dsd, 24/192, its a solid streamer. I want to compare it to the Aurender n10 or w20. I have never listened to Aurender, just curious if the Aurender gear will clearly outshine the NS1. 
Emm Labs DV2
Well said Terrance. Accuracy of the music is what it's all about. The DV2 does exactly what you describe. If I want to look at a painting from an artist, I want to look at the original, not a copy from someone else. 
Emm Labs DV2
Lalitk please let me know if you hear of a used n10 that becomes available. Can't swing it now  but perhaps in the near future. Do you play DSD files? Also do you have a NOS drive in your system or just the n10? 
EMM LABS DV2
@lalitk ,I tried Qobuz, it does not perform well in my network...I have to use Satellite internet due to my rural setting...1 mile into the woods surrounded by 350 acres...The price I pay for privacy! Tidal works fine, cannot get Qobuz to properly... 
EMM LABS DV2
Lalitk, that's an impressive presentation! Very cool! One either understands this obsession or not...I know another guy with a N10...He uses AES, he strongly states AES is a better sonic choice...I talked with the owner of Snake River Audio awhile... 
Classe CAM 350 monoblock vs Classe CAM-400 or Bryston 4B3
Timothy, Here is my 2 cents for now and the future...Always a gamble buying used...The Classe' gear was built to last...My 600's were used...I don't know anything about their current gear or the company...People who have this level of gear(the for... 
Classe CAM 350 monoblock vs Classe CAM-400 or Bryston 4B3
BTW, now that I am using the EMM DV2 directly, I will be selling my Classe' Sigma SSP...I used the pre in 2 channel only in the bypass mode...Great preamp....Anyone interested let me know...John 
Classe CAM 350 monoblock vs Classe CAM-400 or Bryston 4B3
I have Classe' CA M600 Mono Blocks...These are clean sounding amps...I have them paired with Joseph Audio Pearl 20/20, Emm Labs DV2...Mine don't run too hot...If you have 4 ohm speakers naturally they will run hotter...Slight fan noise however in ... 
EMM LABS DV2
Lalitk, I'm running the DV2 directly to my Classe' CA M600 mono blocks,,,I do not have the REF PRE AMP, I did try using my Classe' Sigma SSP pre amp...Didn't like the veiled sound of that combo...I'm always attempting to improve SQ...Still curious... 
EMM LABS DV2
I realize they are different products, just attempting to gauge the sonic differences between the units...Without a listen its just guess work...Have you heard both units? The NS1 performs well...I understand the tech. differences, just curious......