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Hypex N core module
Yes. I sold them because they just can't compete with high quality class A/AB amps when used for their full frequency range. Maybe using them to power your subs would be OK. 
Records,CDs,blue rays oh my
Amazon 
Lowering the noise floor
Power cords, power conditioning, and the Gutwire grounding cable do wonders in my system. 
Tube preamp recommendations $3K-$7K range
Later model Audio Research. If you want a pre that’s got the tube magic but is not too tubey sounding, these are great. It’s what I buy as well. 
Lowering the noise floor
" RCA is cheap crap."LOL 
Added value of separate server?
Tremendous difference between a laptop and a purpose-built music server. Those who say no just don't know. My server beats any laptop, the differences are undeniable and obvious.Be sure to check the Stereophile review of the Aurender. Middling at ... 
Audioquest DC cables - why are there almost no high end DC cables?
Sonore, Zen Wave and Uptone all make these cables. SOTM makes them available with some of their equipment. Discriminating users with systems of sufficient resolution report improved sound. 
GutWire Ultimate Grounding Cable
This is also on my list. Nothing negative about these cables or this idea of grounding on the web, except of course, the few Debby Downers with closed minds that post on this site. 
Power Conditioner Advice please...
I have a PS Audio P5 which I am trying in place of a Blue Circle conditioner. So far I prefer the BC unit. 
Power Conditioner Advice please...
For obvious reasons most people will not want to bring an industrial transformer into their home, no matter the difference it makes. Commercial audio solutions are more appropriate for most people. 
Why is it so easy to tell the difference between live and recorded music?
DR yes (although there are easily available recordings with DRs of 20, or even better, of real music, and when I play them I still know they are recordings), but other things as well, such as ambient cues. 
GroOove Lube. Does it work?
@biznipian Troll? 
Use pink noise disc to warm up stereo
My SS Pass Labs and as well as my expensive digital gear always sounds better after they’re on for at least an hour. (They must not be well designed.) Once again we have to ignore posters that pose theoretical comments. (When will they get it?) Ju... 
Dirac vs dspeaker room correction
Well he's wrong about the 500Hz. He's trying to sell you something, after all. I disagree about correction above 500 Hz taking away the character of the speaker. If that was the case then DSP users could all buy $100 el cheapo speakers and be done... 
Distortion Problem with USB from PC to DAC
Sounds like you've answered your own question. There's likely a problem with the DAC.