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The Low Volume Loudness Dilemma
Near field listening is wonderful at low volume.  
Cardas Clear Reflection advice needed
I’m still loving the Clear Reflection XLR’s. I’ve since up graded my speaker cables from Cardas Neutral Reference to Virtual Dynamics Master Series. Truth be told, I took a crack at going full loom with Virtual Dynamics. I test drove the Master s... 
BlueSound releases new Node models
@jetter  That guy Huff falls in love with everything.   
AI-Written Stereophile Articles
I have an absolute disgust for anything AI. Articles, photos, video with AI narrators, immediately gets reported as false/misleading information.  
Denarips and Vinshine split
@mbmi You lost me at Steve Huff…🤦‍♂️  
Upgrade Denafrips Terminator 2
As a T1 owner I concur that you’ll be hard pressed to find a better DAC for less. I do recommend that you perhaps consider upgrading whatever digital cable you’re using. The Terminators pair exceptionally well with Sablon Audio Cables, I’ve been u... 
Least expensive plug-in power conditioner that works
Fwiw, I run my modem and router into a PS Audio Power Center w- Virtual Dynamics Power 3 PC. It’s a well built and reliable piece of gear. Does it make a detectable difference?…mehh, can’t say for sure. Nevertheless I refuse to plug any component ... 
How cheap can you go and still be happy with the sound?
An old cheap setup I had, (not pictured is BS Node2i) Enjoyable? Yes. High Quality sound? No.  
Did anyone return a PSAudio Powerplant? Why?
I have my source components on an older Powerplant and it effectively lowers the noise floor and it’s great for power management / system protection. On the other hand, NOT good, for amps & subs. It will restrict dynamics and shrink soundstage... 
Denafrips -Bashing Denafrips New 12th anniversary models
Terminator 1…love it. Zero desire to upgrade to anything I’ve heard since!   
Tidal removing all MQA
Left analog decades ago and I do not miss it. I loved the high cool factor but the upkeep would constantly ping my OCD. I enjoy music more without it.  
Stack Audio-SmoothLAN Network Filter- WOW!
Interesting…I’ve yet to find any filer that’s worthwhile but @ $280 bucks delivered, I might give this a try. I’m using Supra CAT8, modem to router and router to streamer… I would assume it would make sense to obtain a short run of supra and ditch... 
New expensive power cord for amp and no change in sound?
Not disclosing brand names is ridiculous. Brand pairing has been discussed a million times.  
All Hail the meek --yet mighty – NODE 2i
Had one and enjoyed it thoroughly. It’s definitely great for what it is, but it’s no giant killer.  
Worst Speakers Ever??
@1971gto455ho  oh gawd, IIRC they were low end Rs10? Bookshelves. My eyes (and ears) weren’t opened until I got into my 1st Apogee Acoustic and Vandersteens.