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Best Digital Source That Money Can Buy?
Without doubt, the Orpheus Heritage Dac and Orpheus transport! Especially if you love analog master tapes and the best vinyl. 
JPS Aluminata ic/sc
Having just upgraded from the really excellent Cardas Golden Reference, I couldn't agree more. The JPS really seem to be the last cable upgrade for me. Of course, as with any top of the line cable, make sure that the rest of the system is just as ... 
Speakers to hang on to for LIFE
Pass Labs Rushmores!I will second Jebsmith73 in saying that the Rushmore's are one of the best speakers in the world. My next upgrade will have to be another 2 pairs for surround sound. 
Implications of Esoteric G-0Rb atomic clock
AFAIK any digital signal that requires conversion to analog (which is the format of the sound that we hear) requires a clock. So even USB based DACs will require a clock for the data (asynchronous or otherwise) to be converted to analog. Though no... 
Are there digital front ends with the body...
I have done a full AB comparison over a few days between an Orpheus Heritage DAC and Zero cd transport and the exotic Vyger Indian Signature TT/Dynavector Karat. Both above $40k a set. On the same audiophile recordings, similarly mastered, i could... 
Krell KPS 25SC
I purchased my KPS-25s almost 10 years ago. Over this time I have considered upgrading it, comparing with DCS Elgar, Gryphon Mikado and more. None could justify an upgrade.Recently I suspected that I was not getting the enjoyment from the Krell as... 
Top turntables?
Consider the Vyger Indian Signature or Atlantis as a real upgrade to the VPI..though you will need a good dealer to support it.But if you are looking for a minimum hassle, music making classic, consider the latest incarnation of the Linn Sondek LP... 
Has anybody heard the new Nagra CD Player?
Yes but the burning question is, to any of your ears.... Is the Wavelength Crimson + PC at circa $11k+ better sounding than the Nagra, also at $11k+?Has anyone heard either? 
Has anybody heard the new Nagra CD Player?
Unfortunately Adsal, I don't speak your language. If you could tell me the language I'll look up an online translator... 
Has anybody heard the new Nagra CD Player?
I believe it's priced in the US between $12,495 and $14,995 depending on options. 
Audio Research CD-7 versus CD3-mkII
Audioesq, any latest thoughts on the CD7 ? 
APS audiophile regenerator
I have on home demo the APS-1050. I have also been using a PS Audio P300 for a number of years now. The PS Audio seems to alter the tonality of what's connected, compared to off the wall but the APS does it less - a good thing for me. Both lower t... 
Battery on preamps like Nagra PL-L etc repost
For the curious, I have finally put together a cable set running my Nagra PL-L off a high-end car battery, and the improvement is probably equivalent to an upgrade to a totally new preamp. This is in comparison to running it from a variety of powe... 
Has anyone tried the Van den Hul Orchid?
BBlilikoi, I think you've hit the nail on the head. I've found that the Orchid takes a long time to burn in. You'll find the sibilance clearing and the bass opening up after several hundred hours of use. I have now tried it against the Cardas Gold... 
Any experience with Pass Labs Rushmore
I have been using the Rushmore's for just a few months now. Hope to write a review once they are fully run in but so far they accurately reflect Nelson Pass's own decription on the Pass Labs website and whitepaper (downloadable)..provided your ref...