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| iOS wired thru decent DAC vs BS Node 2i alone I have not tested against a BS node. But I have tested an iPAD streaming from the Qobuz app hard wired to my DAC via USB. I was surprised how good it sounded streaming 24/96. Maybe a little bit flatter sound stage than my streamer but still pu... | |
| Subwoofer with Floorstanding Speakers? I just put in a REL T/9 in with my floor standing speakers. As soon as I can find another matching unit used im going to make it 2. Be hard to live without it now. I am with a @knotscott: I keep the sub volume and crossover low. I loaned a frien... | |
| Should I upgrade from a Mac Mini to a dedicated server or should I upgrade my dac? Moving the ROON core from my Mac Mini to an SGC ST was the right move for me. Already had a Pi based streamer and a descent DAC. | |
| Tube Integrated Under 1,500 Rogue Sphinx V3 at $1800. Had it for two years now, lovely integrated that is extremely musical and not fussy. I will look at Rogue again if I ever decide to get another pre/amp. There is a Sphinx V2 over on usaudiomart for $850. You could u... | |
| From separate streamer and DAC to al-in-one suggestion @testrun getting a SGC i5 might be my next small step. Could add it to my network rack and move Roon off my Mac mini. One of the best moves I made was getting my ROONS core off a MAC mini and onto a SGC ST. It might be a small step but its... | |
| Class D Integrated Amplifier Recommendations. https://www.ecoustics.com/reviews/ps-audio-stellar-strata-integrated-amplifier/ | |
| From separate streamer and DAC to al-in-one suggestion I will use it strictly as a Roon endpoint Might consider the Bryston BDP 3.14. Especially if your using Roon. I just have there dac-less BDP-pi and it makes a great Roon endpoint. REview of the DAC which is basically whats in the BD... | |
| Lumin U1 or Bryston Bdp2 Bryston has a terrible interface. The interface is a significant part of the experience. The MM interface certainly is spartan 🐗 and is due for a facelift. I just have the poor mans version (BDP Pi) but this little unit sounds great and it ... | |
| Lumin U1 Still Relevant?? I'm open to any recommendation OK as another member recommended have a look at Simaudio Mind2 Mind2 Or the Bryston BDP-3 BDP-3 | |
| Quest for an external Dac has resulted in me way down the rabbit hole I am in Boulder. PM me I have a DAC you might be interested in. | |
| My last Integrated Amp: $5-10,000? Last amplifier for awhile? This piece got 20 year warranty. | |
| For classical music lovers best amp for large orchestral forces? The PS Audio M1200 Mono Blocks (Class D/ tube hybrid?) are about $6.5K and I believe they have a buy/try option. Their BHK 250 also has same option. affords in home audition. Cambridge Audio mono blocks are also winning people over. https:/... | |
| Best streamer for a returning audio guy @twodogs112 Wow, didn’t intend to create a firestorm here You will find out this happens a fair amount here. There are even threads talking about why threads deteriorate into testy exchanges. Like I said before look for a Sonos gen1. You ca... | |
| Best streamer for a returning audio guy The Bluesound is always a solid starting point. But here is an alternative that is even cheaper way to dip your toe in the streaming waters (pun intended). Over on www.usaudiomart.com there is a SONOS Gen 1 Connect that has been modified by Wyred4... | |
| WiFi streaming — streamer vs. through iPad @audioguy85 How are you streaming through the iPad? Is that not wifi? I don’t get it. If you are using the music service app (or any app like youtube) on the iPAD it’s Wifi to the app. But if your DAC or integrated has USB in you can use... |