jstovall389
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Why use CD Transport instead of computer source I'm considering adding a SB3 or Sonos to my Bryston BP-25DA, which allows for two digital sources. I've been researching for a couple months on this topic and found several reasons why CD transports may sound different from streaming sources:- Pow... | |
'best' surge protection? ZeroSurge, Brick Wall, Torus Power and SurgeX all use the same patented series surge mode suppression system. The engineering basis is very solid for this approach. I'd suggest looking for the configuration and price that best meets your needs amo... | |
Surge protection for SF Line 3 Zero Surge, Brick Wall, Torus Power and SurgeX all use the same patented series surge suppression system. However, Torus goes one significant step further by also incorporating an isolation transformer in the design. This has the added advantage o... | |
Bryston BP-26 with DAC option I did see that the review came out in the April 2007 edition, but I couldn't wait that long. I got a deal on a BP-25DA in January and have been happy with it ever since.Now looking to upgrade my transport. I see that Bryston did not choose to sell... | |
Transport...My next Step Jitter is a significant reason why various transports may sound different with the same DAC. Some newer DACs feature reclocking which virtually eliminates jitter in the digital stream. Jitter can also be reduced by careful impedance matching betwe... | |
Bryston Power Amp users - what power cord? See:http://www.bryston.ca/newsletters/82_files/vol8is2.htmlorhttp://www.bryston.ca/newsletters/53_files/vol5is3.html | |
NAD Quality? I still have a NAD 1600 preamp/tuner I purchased as a "blemished" unit in 1991. Still works great. Recently added a NAD CD/DVD changer; verdict is still out. | |
Bryston BP-26 with DAC option Thanks, Bob. I'll be on the lookout for that Stereophile review. | |
A series of underperforming setups...Solution? I agree with Goatwuss, go for the Rives assessment. Far too many audiophiles underestimate the impact of room acoustics and overestimate the impact of lateral equipment changes. Know your room acoustics first to optimize your sound; the room has t... |