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Question re: Aurender N20 Server, Qobuz album takes 10-15 seconds to start playing
hgiefman that download speed is crazy high something definitely seems out of whack, your upload speed seems normal. I hope the service call straightens things out for you.  
Question re: Aurender N20 Server, Qobuz album takes 10-15 seconds to start playing
It's definitely not your Ipad I run an ancient Ipdad Mini as a remote control for my Auralic Aries Mini it works just fine the culprit is likely upstream.  
Furutech Mains Power Cables Hierarchy & Differences
 I’m using cable rolled by Chris Venhaus of VHAudio S-032N with FI-11 gold plated connectors.  They were a steal for under $400 back when I bought them 5 years ago and sound excellent, neutral with just a touch of warmth.  
Probably a dumb question
I see 5 Coda pieces on Audiomart right now 6 Plinius, 5 Gryphon and 7 Boulder. If you're looking for specific models maybe try wanted ads?  
New, Very Interesting CD Transport
So reading the specs on this thing it appears to be a streamer with a disc drive as it supports: Playback from USB Drive -        2.4G/5G Wi-Fi with DLNA/Airplay support -        Bluetooth 5.0 input  with LDAC, AAC and SBC support So a CD tran... 
How do I know if my systems any good?
If you like the way your system sounds and enjoy listening to it then it is good.  
New Custom Turntable
Paul congrats on the table it's very cool looking! Curious is the stump that it's sitting on part of the table or something you already had?  
speaker recommendations for Ayre V-5xe?
Standby means standby the amp shouldn't play. And what speakers are you pairing it with that you're experiencing this lack of bass?  
Can’t buy output tubes anywhere except from manufacturers at high prices.
What output tube and manufacturer are you referring to? Never mind looks like many KT series tubes are unavailable that's a bummer I thought the tube shortage was improving not worsening.  
Feature request -- editable titles for new threads
I believe this counts as an @mahgister sighting!  
Can I Trust The Music Room's Product Description?
TMR is by all reports a standup company and this sounds like a fairly minor issue more importantly is the Dac in mint condition? Does it sound good?  
Integrating speakers into contemporary decor - can WAF ever be overcome?
@kletter1mann I think you answered your own question. You have a big home and a basement all to yourself. Either suffer until your mancave is completed, or pick one of those 4 bedrooms for your system. You could always also get some good in wall s... 
Why Do Cables Matter?
If you can’t hear the difference with good cables then save yourself the money and don’t buy them. Sadly for us many of us can hear a difference and spend accordingly.  
Both preamp and power amp have volume controls. Preferred method to control volume levels?
You could always try both ways and see if one sounds better than the other. As Jerry states above it's usually best to use your better volume control for controlling volume.  
Air conditioning for audiophiles.
You could try a split system like a Mr Slim, much quieter than window units though not sure how they compare pricewise.