jc4659

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Musetec (LKS) MH-DA005 DAC
I sent another email to the address you listed.  The website no longer lists the DA005. This is concerning.  
Musetec (LKS) MH-DA005 DAC
I have to assume they still do not have any in stock. It would be nice to know how long it will take until shipping, a week, a month... No communication is an easy way to redirect potential buyers to competitors such as Denafrips, etc. 
Musetec (LKS) MH-DA005 DAC
@melm  I did. Crickets...  
Musetec (LKS) MH-DA005 DAC
I wonder if there is anything left to mod in the DA005.  Apos is showing "sold out" so I'm guessing these are backordered even at Shenzhen Audio.  Any info on availability?  
How do you know when a stereo sounds good?
When you stop talking about the sound and start talking about the music.  
Phono Preamp upgrade
+1 @millercarbon  I was going to chime in but you beat me to it.  
Musetec (LKS) MH-DA005 DAC
@sns  I was using an Uptone Audio IsoRegen with my Ayre Codex so that's why I asked. I'd prefer not to use add-on devices if they can be avoided but the IsoRegen made a significant and audible improvement.  
Musetec (LKS) MH-DA005 DAC
@melm  Thanks!  
Musetec (LKS) MH-DA005 DAC
Anyone using a Curious usb cable with this dac? Is the usb cable that comes with it any good or would I need to find a better one? Lastly, does this dac benefit from a reclocker or is this superfluous?  Getting ready to pull the trigger...  
Is advice from a constant upgrader to be avoided
Let's not forget that the zig zag path to audio nirvana is often times due to limited funds resulting in sideways moves. How many of us wish we could have had the quality of equipment we own now 30 years ago. For me it would have taken a much la... 
Kyrocera Home Audio
I still own the A-710 integrated amplifier which I bought in the early 80's.  I use it sparingly in a secondary system and it looks and works great!  
Bands/artists you never got to see live in their heyday, but would've liked to.
Beatles Zepelin Floyd  
what is everybody listening to right now
@subaruguru Looking back I have noticed that you mention the Burns Sisters in several posts. They were far and away my favorite band in Ithaca in the early 80's.  I'd always go hear them at the Salty Dog down by the lake.  I had a crush on Annie, ... 
What were the radio stations of your youth that helped you on your music/audio journey?
WNEW Alison Steele, the Nightbird.  "Come fly with me"WPLJ 
Zavfino
I am also a very satisfied customer thanks to @lalitk pointing me in their direction. I use the Fusion interconnects which are excellent in my system.  Raymond at Zavfino was great to work with while I auditioned cables.  The Fusion interconnects ...