lalitk

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Audio envy - dang!
Mega 3 (6 conductors, two ocean elite in a twisted geometry) is recommended for any component that’s drawing more current, i.e. power conditioners, Integrated, amps and subs. And use Ocean Elite 3p or 2p for source components including preamp. Tha... 
Ethernet cables
@calvinandhobbes,I think you’re wasting your time by reasoning with @bluemoodriver. This is the guy who is led by science, engineering and objective evidence. I bet his audio system sounds perfect albeit devoid of emotions. Lou Ottens once said, “... 
Now I am in a Delimma
@jay73,You’ve got great feedback, especially from @arafiq and @ozzy62. If you can stretch your spend, take a look at Tannoy Eaton’s and possibly audition them at Upscale Audio.  
VINYL SUCKS!
Andrew nailed it. Vinyl is not superior than CD or Streaming, it’s different.  
Ethernet cables
“All Ethernet cables “sound” the same if they pass a signal at all.”Beware, I sense a measurement freak among us 😂 
Need thoughts on how to Best Max SQ when Streaming?
@chorus,Great system...one recommendation, get rid of Pangea PC’s. Look for alternative PC that is big on transparency and musicality. Here are couple of recommendations,Audio Envy - Ocean 3P on Streamer / DAC and Mega 3P on Pass Int. https://audi... 
RIP Lou
+2, nonoise.  R.I.P.  Mr. Ottens. 
Interconnect RCA Cables between Preamp to Poweramp
@zombiedad, Any update on your IC from Zavfino?  
Between a Node 2i and DAC: Does Coax cable quality really matter?
+1, fuzztone. The only way to know by trying couple of cables in your setup. I say this, DH Labs makes very good digital cables. Here are couple of recommendations, https://www.tweekgeek.com/audiophile-cables/oyaide-db-510.htmlhttps://audioenvy.co... 
What frustrates you the most about seller’s for sale ads?
@riaa,Under Categories menu, select ‘All Equipment’...problem solved.   
ARE WILSON AUDIO WATT PUPPY 8 FOR 6 GRAND A GOOD DEAL?
“I need a speaker that can rock”. Forget Wilson’s, christen your dungeon with Tekton monstrosity :-) https://systems.audiogon.com/systems/8788 
Why does MQA not sound good in my system? Confused
Do yourself a favor, steer clear of Roon DSP (disable that puppy) and MQA. Sign up with Qobuz and enjoy the best streaming quality currently available.  
Streaming Sound Quality - Want the very best sound quality? Network Acoustics ENO...
@grannyring Thanks for sharing your impressions. Their USB and SPDIF cables are on my wish list :-)  
Takedown of pricey servers, streamers OCD HiFi guy
@tonywinga,Great post! Congratulations on your retirement, now you can sit back and enjoy the music :-)I have learned in life that there is no substitute for quality.  
The best TT system for under 30K
@uwiikz,Just looked at your room, beautiful analog setup. I absolutely loved the Franco Serblin Ktema speakers...are you bi-wiring them with E-650/A-250?