kmcong

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Replacement/upgrade for Bluesound and Chord Mojo 2 streamer/external DAC combo
I have a  Node2i feeding a PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk1 moded by APS Transformers.  I've thought about upgrading to a more expensive streamer,  but none support the two services that I stream,  Idagio and Amazon HD.  So I decided to upgrade the N... 
Power Cords/ Conditioner/Surge Protectors
Also,  if you have cable for internet,  check to make sure that it is grounded at the box where it enters the house.  We had a lightning strike a few months ago that burned out my modem and router.  Could have been worse; could have destroyed my s... 
Looking for a new DAC
I will never purchase another piece of Denafrips gear. In December I purchased a Hermes 12th DDC. It will not play 24/192 files.  I have gone round and round trying to get them to send me an RMA to a service center for repair,  and they absolutely... 
What happened to the Innous discussion
I have a Bluesound Node 2i.  I moded it with a TeddyPardo LPS and the improvement in SQ was significant. I'm sticking with the Bluesound rather than moving up to a more expensive streamer because I really like the BluOS operating software.  It's t... 
Help me build up a jazz album collection. Can you suggest a must have album?
Dave Brubeck Quartet Live at Carnegie Hall; Jazz Impressions of Eurasia  Modern Jazz Quartet Blues on Bach   
Just received my LHY Linear Power Supply
My experience tracks with other posters on this thread.  I moded my Bluesound Node 2i with a TeddyPardo LPS.  The improvement was significant!! Because I like the BluOS operating software,  and it's the only OS that supports the two streaming serv... 
Bluesound Node Icon Owner Impressions
I have to agree with soix regarding the LPS.  I have a Node2i,  using the coaxial digital out into a Denafrips Hermes 12th ddc,  then into a modified PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk1.  I am using the Node2i rather than a more expensive streamer becau... 
Legacy Focus SE or PS Audio FR20
If you are looking for something a little less expensive than the Focus SE,  think about the Signature SE.  Legacy claims that they are designed for listeners who want the sound of the Focus,  but in a smaller form. I've had my Signature SE for al... 
Bluesound Node Icon
I too am wondering if the streaming section of the new Bluesound Icon is significantly improved from the Bluesound Node 2i that I am presently using. I'm using the Bluesound for the OS; it's the only OS that supports both of the streaming services... 
PSAudio Directstream DAC M-1 (refurb) vs Denafrips Venus II. Quick decision needed!
I meant "FPGA DAC"; Field Programable Gate Array.  
PSAudio Directstream DAC M-1 (refurb) vs Denafrips Venus II. Quick decision needed!
I have a PS Audio Directstream Mk1.  I sent it to APS Transformers (J K Richards) for modification/upgrade.  I thought it was a good DAC to begin with; but after their modification,  it's a great DAC!! The mods gave it a better,  deeper soundstage... 
Where to purchase cables?
I too am using Morrow cables.  Great cables at a reasonable cost.  Plus,  they offer the option to burn them in. I was using the lower models of Audioquest previously,  and the Morrow cables are a definite improvement.   
Legacy Audio Focus SE and rivals
I got a pair of Signature SE two years ago. I originally bought a pair of Classic HD,  and after listening to them for awhile always kicked myself for not going for the Signatures instead.  However,  the factory gave me a very generous trade in on... 
Bluesound mode not really cutting it
I have a Node 2i. I stream mostly from Amazon Music HD and Idagio. I have looked into upgrading to a higher end streamer, but I cannot find anything that supports these two streaming services. (Innuos supports Idagio, but not Amazon, and has no in... 
Alta Alec vs Legacy Signature SE vs Elac Vela 408.2
I purchased a pair of Signature SE two years ago.  Prior to that I had a pair of Legacy Audio Classic HD.  Always regretted not going with the Signatures right from the start,  but the factory gave me a really generous trade in deal. Sound charact...