jfrmusic
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| Back to the DAC I had a Benchmark DAC3 and found it a little sterile and bright in the lower treble. I did an audition of an Esoteric DAC and the MSB Discrete DAC. The MSB was clearly a more involving DAC. Smooth non fatiguing. So I bought it and it’s great. | |
| Ethernet Cables - what are you using and why? DHLabs from Ethernet Switch to Aurender N20 | |
| Seeking Bookshelf Recommendations As you can see everyone has their favorites as speakers are the most subjective component. Read reviews to get a sense of the characteristic sound of speakers in your price range. Then go audition them at local audio stores. As most stores stream ... | |
| Cullen Gold Series Power Box (6 Outlet Receptacle Strip)-Review Yes it’s on the site. Took about 4 weeks to get it. Patrick said he was backed up with orders. But he does give you updates if you ask. Was worth the wait. | |
| Opinions on PS Audio Direct Stream DAC (Mk 1) @audphile1 Surprised you sol your Bricasti DAC. What made you make that change? | |
| Accuphase Experiences Yes the ABH2 is very nice amp. Very neutral and detailed. Great amp for evaluating all components in the system. But it just lacks that last bit of midrange body and while it basically delivers whatever is connected before it with no coloration I... | |
| Accuphase Experiences No I didn’t bring the AHB2 with me however the Accuphase clearly had a more expansive soundstage and better instrument separation as well as a slightly more larger presentation that wasn’t confined to a between the speakers image. Also vocals were... | |
| Accuphase Experiences Sorry. Been busy and forgot to post the results of my amp auditions. I liked the Bryson 4b3 demoed with the same DAC, Streamer and Speakers I own. The amp was very dynamic with a nice soundstage. Nothing to complain about but nothing that was ... | |
| which gain setting for Bryston 4b cubed power amp using my RME ADI-2 DAC FS? Yes I’m currently running my MSB Discrete DAC directly into my Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier. I have the amp gain at the mid setting of 17db and the DAC Output Impedance set to Low (150 ohms). This gives me a good volume range on my DAC. Volume control... | |
| Aurender Conductor App Experience Works ok on my iPad and iPhone | |
| Handling Heavy Amps Ok thanks. Will check it out. | |
| Handling Heavy Amps How is payment handled on USAM? I do have an account there. Never listed there. | |
| Handling Heavy Amps @audphile1 I did try Audiogon but got not one watcher or question. . A day after EBay listing already got 35 watchers and two enquirers. I’ve always had success on EBay. If it doesn’t sell in 10 days I’ll relist on Audiogon | |
| Handling Heavy Amps @audphile1 Yes this is the final piece of the system; Aurender N20 Streamer MSB Discrete DAC Accuphase P-4600 Amplifier Harbeth C7es-XD Speakers I will have completely replaced my current system I guess at some point I’ll go down the rab... | |
| Handling Heavy Amps @laginz I did my best to find a light weight amp I could live with. But once I was able to have it delivered and setup for me I decided to entertain amps under 70 pounds. And there are many in that 45-70 lb range. It came down to the Bryston 4b3... |