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miniDSP with separates or Arcam SA30 or NAD C658 plus beefy power amp?
Old thread but maybe nekoaudio knows, is it possible for one of the Minidsp U it’s to act as a streamer with Dirac  but still, use your preamp ? 
Streaming Tidal from an Apple tv 4k box?
I use it works well I’m. It sure but I think all files get down Rez ‘D .  I’d like to confirm that but I’ll wait for someone with better knowledge  
Any love for the Belles Aria or other recent Belles amplifier?
On a somewhat related note, and sorry to hijack, but was anyone ever able to locate a schematic for a Belles Model Two.   These older units are not supported and i have buzz on mine....thanks 
Non Analytical Sounding DAC Upgrade- Budget $1,500 or less
Re Deer Creek's post above that the dac in the MiniDSP is competitive with many mentioned here, can you comment on how user friendly the MiniDSP is to use for a non computer type.  I want to try Dirac on problematic room, and streamer to replace m... 
NAD C 658 DAC
olpot I would be interested in some details on the SQ and Dirac benefit of the 658.  I don't need another pre amp, but I would like to try Dirac and need a streamer.  Seems the comments on the NAD are all over the map, from awful to nirvana....any... 
NAD C658
could anyone update this thread on how well the dirac worked on the and unit?  It looks like a great solution, but i don't think it has digital out, and thus you are wedded to the internal dac 
Need a repair shop for Belles 200 power amp
jedinite24 I know this in an ancient thread, but is the tech you were referring to in NY, still operating? I have an earlier Belles amp thats developed a hum and need someone to take a look. Thanks 
Do expensive cables/wires REALLY make a difference
I suggest a simple solution ,  wire one speaker with one brand and the other with a different brand.  See if you hear a difference and decide for your self  
Most musical stand mount loudspeakers
I’m always curious about fritz but even for a one man shop, his site is just awful....can’t tell what range..model..prices... 
Fyne Speakers now in the USA
Id really Like to hear a couple of the lower end models.  Curious if you can get some of the dual concentric application at a lower price and made in the first world... 
Another new DAC: Audio Mirror
Yes no disrespect to to Terry....just my opinion....So to spin things a bit more positive...im looking for a dac. My short list is the following....anything else i should consider? Welcome suggestions, new or used 1.5K or much less. Preferably les... 
Another new DAC: Audio Mirror
Vassillisi respectfully and fully disagree with your post. I find it disingenuous when any reviewer professional or amateur refuses to name names and attempt direct comparison......sorry just my opinion.....we all know that synergy, individual pre... 
Another new DAC: Audio Mirror
TearyIT would be helpful if you specified which dacs you were referring to.... 
Some Basic Center Channel speaker reccomendaitons
Thank you everyone for the responses.  I never considered the Aperions as I thought they were kinds of a cheap slap some drivers in a box and sell ID.   But that could have been a misconception from years ago and or maybe confusing them with axiom... 
Some Basic Center Channel speaker reccomendaitons
Thanks for the replies.   I’m well aware this mismatch goes against the grain but just looking for a stopgap for now.  Re Aperion.  Don’t know much about them I’ll take a look.  Don’t know what they do that would be a major difference than other I...