jred

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Innuos owners. Chime in
I just found out from the sales team whom is selling the unit states about two weeks 24/7 for full break in. I’ll just put a playlist on repeat. What I find hard to fathom.. it’s 2021 and jitter has not been eliminated yet? I’ll be running the Ze... 
Herron VTPH-2A, Herron VTSP-360 and Herron M2
Are the M2 amps class a/b. I'd guess as much. I think they run at 100 watts. Class A @15 watts would be phenomenal!  Class B for the rest would suit fine!   
Innuos owners. Chime in
I looked up Sense on iOS. I did not come across it. I use an audio quest carbon as a back up. I heard the diamond is quite good. I guess sense is a subscription service   How long did it take for your innuos to reach optimum sound quality? Capaci... 
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Good to know the app is stable. I heard it was a toss in the past before their own in house coding was provided.    I took the Pepsi challenge. Most everyone has stated theire is a notable difference with the Mk 3. I'm not expecting night and day... 
Innuos owners. Chime in
Thanks for the input!  I completely agree that isolation is pivotal.  Cable Comaony recommended Shunyata Venom V14 Power Cord via their lending program. A bit concerned even though it's a loaner.  1) Shielded 2) It has a filter - actual noise re... 
Herron VTPH-2A, Herron VTSP-360 and Herron M2
I've had the VTSP-3A (r03) for about two years now if memory serves correct. I was curious about the microZotl pre... it could not compete. Even with NOS RCA from Andy.....   If I choose to get a new linestage. It will be the next iteration from... 
RCA interconnect recommendation
I use Reality Cabkes ( SE/RCA ) Reference line. 400.00 - 30 day trial period. They are a permanent chain in my set up!    Good luck!   
Suggestions for high efficiency speakers?
I second with Volti. Additionally have you considered Devore 096? Only 96 in efficiency. Oh.. perhaps the DeVille Fleetwood loudspeaker  They offer a trial period   Best luck!   
Bel Canto Dac 3.7 in 2018?
@cnb3Hello,Apologies for the late response. My system has changed a lot since this post. Congrats with the 3.7. Feel free to message me. I’d be rambling way too long on this thread to explain all that you are questioning / potentially need.  
What tube pre-amps pair well with Pass amps?
Lta microzotol ref pre + xa25Very curious to do a back to back comparison with the 30.8.  
Any advantage to Bluesound Node 2i Versus Streaming from PC
MacBook Pro to Yggdrasil wav 16/48, and Spotify Regarding USB -  I’ve heard many of times that the Belkin USB cable for around  $12 tops has received great ratings. A step up. Audio quest Black Carbon USB. Further step up. TWL USB. I have the audi... 
What Combinations of Components Have You Put Together That Sound Good?
Well so far it’s my best yet. Though I know my room needs serious acoustic treatment. Pass Labs xa25LTA microZOTL pre-amp Schitt Yggdrasil - most recent build. Dynaudio Special 40’sTripp lite hospital grade 6 outlet surge protector. No conditioner... 
Where do you buy your CDs these days?
ebay/discogs or directly from the label/artist. Bandcamp 
Need highly transparent detailed amp---how does Pass XA25 compare to Gamut D100/D200 MKIII
I have a pass labs xa25. I cannot compare it to the amp you are considering. I have not heard it.  Though the xa25 does not get too hot at all. It shines in midrange, it’s warm, very quiet, and forgiving with poorly mastered cds. I can only advise... 
Need preamp recommendation
I like Herron 360 3A and LTA