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Wyred4Sounds Mamp Monoblock
Ok I will take a look at that.    But ICEpower is still under development and this a 3rd generation module.  I noticed that PS Audio has utilized the latest ICEpower module in their new Class D offering. 
walter becker Rest in Peace
So many great bands of the 70s/80s  have come and gone without me seeing them live.  But a couple years ago I was able to catch SD at Red Rocks.  My buddy bailed cause it was drizzling rain so I soldiered on alone.  What a treat.  The venue was co... 
All in one solution for bedroom system. Suggestions from all appreciated.
I don’t have a Bluesound but I do have a Sonos with a W4Sound mod so +1 on the streaming node in general. Hook this up with Tidal or Deezer Elite service that streams FLAC 16/48 with an integrated that has a good DAC and you could have a very simp... 
Crazy to buy a 17 year old CD Player?
Question.   Why would you burn your entire budget on just a CD player alone when you can get a good unit and then spend the remaining budget on a nice DAC? Especially when you could possibly get a PSA unit that allows firmware upgrades?  I suppose... 
Crazy to buy a 17 year old CD Player?
brand new 321 still in boxhttps://www.paragonsns.com/product/wadia-321/transport refurb with warrantyhttps://www.audiogon.com/listings/cd-sacd-players-ps-audio-perfectwave-cd-transport-memory-player-re... 
Which would you pick between the two DAC.
Correction that is $1.2K 
Which would you pick between the two DAC.
If you dont have to have DSD there is  a new Wadia 321 on Ebay for ~$1.2, which in my opinion is a good deal as it was originally $3K.  I have the same model and the only real difference between this model and the di 321 is the DSD capability but ... 
I need a new DAC! Advice/Recommendations?
If you don’t need DSD there are 2 Wadia 321s on Amazon and I think they are new for around $900. This was a $3k DAC but the new di321 added DSD so you can find these new 1 to 2 year old models for cheap. I think they are basically the same as the ... 
Looking for an used, inexpensive pre amp
Older Rotel RC preamps can be found on Ebay for ~$200+.  I have owned the 1070 series and they are pretty solid for the money.  There Power amps are on there as well. 
Power Cables and Power Conditioner
Correction on previous post.  I am going to test the power connection from the amp to the wall vs amp to Furman PC. 
Power Cables and Power Conditioner
Thanks guys, great information.  I just cranked the volume almost to full and put my ear to the sub and tweeters. On the right channel I can hear a very faint noise.  Reminds me of the sound of a very light rain on your rain jacket but from a dist... 
Power Cables and Power Conditioner
OK thanks Lowrider.  I think if I do the power I could go a short distance outside the house and then into the crawl space.Regarding the amp not being plugged into the PC.  I have read that on here before.  So do people just sacrifice the amp in c... 
Power Cables and Power Conditioner
lowrider57,I have the PSA AC3I am considering the dedicated line.  Do people usually run the line on the outside of the house through conduit?  My box is on the opposite end of the house of course.  It is plausible to run it outside and then right... 
Sonus Faber vs Focal and maybe even Dynaudio or PSB
Vad,  Tell me about it.  I think I am focusing on Focal.  Problem is the budget handle seems to be coming off and things are spinning out of control.  I am now considering the  Electra 1008 Be. Help me. 
Sonus Faber vs Focal and maybe even Dynaudio or PSB
contuzzi,  Yes that is correct , Focal Aria 926