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Weiss 204 to Bricasti M1 series?
Thanks for all the input!  
DAC Merry Go 'Round- why I stopped at Weiss
Streaming,  headphone jack and digital processing aside,  How different are the Weiss 204 and 501 in sound quality? Will the 204 chipset also be updated?  
Bricasti Model 1 Series II DAC
Can anyone comment on comparing the current version of the PS Audio DirectStream mk2 with the Bricasti or Meitner Dax’s?  
Aurender N200
Thanks for your responses.    
Aurender N200
I just want to bump budburma’s question regarding specific differences in performance between the N10 and N200. Would anyone be able to elaborate on this? Thanks. 
Focal vs dynaudio
In my experience Focal has a faster but leaner, dryer sound than Dynaudio.  I heard the 60i at my local dealer recently and was impressed.  Very coherent, even tonal balance.  I am curious if anyone has compared it to the discontinued Confidence 4... 
Manley Chinook - chronic issues
Phill55- Check the Herron website.  Keith’s current phonostage supports different cartridgeloading plugs. 
Paradigm Persona series
I have heard the Persona 5f.   Very clear and coherent sounding, whatever the technology it employs.  Other threads have described the series at some length. 
Dynaudio Contour 30 vs Confidence C2 comparisons
I believe it was Kanta 2.  Notes started and especially stopped with a speed that was noticeable.  The dealer remarked that this is similar to electrostats.  Lower mid range and upper bass were a little lean IMO , but this did contribute to a tran... 
Dynaudio Contour 30 vs Confidence C2 comparisons
I have heard the Contour 30 and Focal Kanta in the same system.The Focal has a somewhat more detailed but leaner sound.  Impressive speed and dynamics.  The Dyns were richer sounding with better bass. 
Herron VTPH-2A, Herron VTSP-360 and Herron M2
Just to add, as I upgraded my Directstream dac firmware and Audirvana + software, the Herron easily transmits these improvements to the amp and speakers.  Sorry if blakcloud hasn't experienced an improvement.   
Herron VTPH-2A, Herron VTSP-360 and Herron M2
I own the VTSP-3a R03: happy with this.  Having heard the newest pre+amp, they are somewhat clearer, fuller and more dynamic than the previous models(IMHO).  I may upgrade my Parasound A21 to the M2 at some point. 
Focal Sopra 2 vs Sopra 3?
I heard the Sopra 2 at a local dealer using Sim Audio electronics. Very well integrated soundstage, effortless speed and dynamics, good slam through the midbass.  But the high frequencies, while not bright per se, had an intensity to my ears which... 
How about the speaker comparison for Dyanudio Contour 1.3SE and Contour 1.8 MK II
Or add a subwoofer to the 1.3SEs... 
Dynaudio or Ohm?
I think your characterization of the Dynaudio 260 is accurate: it is a great all around speaker that should be easy to position in your room. I have heard Shahinians, but not Ohms. I liked the Shahinians for Orchestral Music, and to fill a bigger ...