jsalerno277

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DAC UPGRADE QUESTION
I agree with @magnuman that the Wyred4Sound 10th Anniversary DAC is one of the best under $5k DACs that outperform DACs more than twice the price.  It has a musical, liquid and relaxed analogue like sound.  Like the quoted review mentioned, I have... 
Mac Mini As A Streaming Source
Sorry everyone.  I got 3 errors indicating my response did not post.  Apparently it posted multiple times.    
Mac Mini As A Streaming Source
 
Mac Mini As A Streaming Source
I transitioned from a MacBook to a MiniMac running Audirvāna to a dedicated server.  I chose Aurender running QoBuz over Conductor.  Personal preference. You must audition and use the Apps and make your own choice.  Using the dedicated server remo... 
Mac Mini As A Streaming Source
I transitioned from a MacBook to a MiniMac running Audirvāna to a dedicated server.  I chose Aurender running QoBuz over Conductor.  Personal preference. You must audition and use the Apps and make your own choice.  Using the dedicated server remo... 
Mac Mini As A Streaming Source
I transitioned from a MacBook to a MiniMac running Audirvāna to a dedicated server.  I chose Aurender running QoBuz over Conductor.  Personal preference. You must audition and use the Apps and make your own choice.  Using the dedicated server remo... 
Can a system sound too Holographic?
The answer depends upon your point of comparison.  If your objective is accurate reproduction of recorded music, regardless of whether that is a close miked studio recording or a single miked live venue recording, the the answer is no. If your poi... 
Dac that has tone and timing?
Of the affordable new DACs in your price range I chose the Wyred4Sound 10th Anniversary DAC. I find it tonally dense without sacrificing high end extension, true timbre, excellent macro and micro dynamics, pinpoint imaging, and very good sound sta... 
Dac that has tone and timing?
Of the affordable new DACs in your price range I chose the Wyred4Sound 10th Anniversary DAC. I find it tonally dense without sacrificing high end extension, true timbre, excellent macro and micro dynamics, pinpoint imaging, and very good sound sta... 
Hidden Gems in Classic Rock Albums
@thecarpathian  @larsman  I too a Zevon fan.  For me, anything from Life’ll Kill Ya can make is the list.  Sad though in its concept.   Another favorite where almost any cut can be can be on the list:  Boz Scaggs Greatest Hits Live.  His jazzy r... 
Upgrade decision, power conditioner or music server
I know it’s been a while but I would like to thank all that recommended clean power over improvements to the DAC/Server.  I just installed a preowned Shunyata Denali V1.  I use WyWires Platinum Power Cords throughout.  No change there. Shout out t... 
what to do with a stereo that needs repair
Did you try:  https://www.usatubeaudio.com/warranty/  in AZ.  I do not have experience with them.  They are a Ayon dealer.  They advertise  a 30 to 90 day turn around unless special parts are required.  Minimum charge $145 per hour. Repair bulled ... 
Is Bob Weir Redefining State of the Art Recording?
Typo.  Spell check.  4.5 fingers down.    
Is Bob Weir Redefining State of the Art Recording?
@bhvf  Agreed. Katja is  overly polished; however, a different genera and recording venue.  The reference was provided simply as an example of what is technically feasible in live production.  The reference to Young is a better example for the gen... 
Is Bob Weir Redefining State of the Art Recording?
As @bhvf explained, The Dead have always been obsessed produced recordings good sound, driven by  the obsessions of the Bear and others with the visually impressive Wall of Sound (JBL, EV, & MAC). However, there were recording limitations to t...