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| Why do I prefer R2R over Chip based DAC's? These two helpful suggestions do not seem to fit here budget wise. the Wyred4sound 10th anniversary DAC is very analog sounding and it's only 4,500 US You should try a Lampizator Baltic 4 ($6800) | |
| Why do I prefer R2R over Chip based DAC's? I’ve experimented with seven topping/SMSL DACs in the low to mid-priced range so far. One critical aspect I’m missing from these Chinese chip-based DACs is the depth in soundstage. Despite having an expansive ’width,’ every DAC (even Topping D90 s... | |
| Does anyone know the crossover point of the Harbeth 30.2 XD? For Harbeth 30, someone mentioned 2.4 khz in asr. | |
| Weiss dac 204 vs Accuphase dac 60 card You could probably jump to the conclusion section ... With > $3000, I think you could do better... https://goldensound.audio/2023/09/19/weiss-dac204-measurements/ | |
| Eliminated my preamp with amazing results Paul did not explicitly state that it had to be the ’BHK’; instead, he suggested a preamp of a certain quality, akin to the BHK with which he had experience. His remarks from that time align with our own findings and validations with our equipment. | |
| Eliminated my preamp with amazing results The closest reference I could find to Paul's narrative on this subject is a post he made six years ago. Essentially, his comments align with what has been underscored below, in contrast to what you have cited. Could you please provide the source? ... | |
| Eliminated my preamp with amazing results @antigrunge2, read the previous posting. The experience detailed below not only emphasizes the synergistic impact of a preamp but also underscores that its effect extends beyond mere volume control. Again, Weiss 202 is a terrific DAC... +1 @pdre... | |
| Eliminated my preamp with amazing results Engaging in a discussion about the use of preamps in audio systems and sharing personal experiences to support differing opinions is a healthy and constructive approach to exploring this contentious topic. Drawing from individual experiences adds ... | |
| Eliminated my preamp with amazing results Almost every major audio manufacturer designs and manufactures preamps, and PS Audio is no exception. Even a preamp only serves basic functions such as volume control and impedance matching and has no synergetic effect, it has historically been a ... | |
| Eliminated my preamp with amazing results Here is the tally so far. Just for fun. Don’t read too much into it. Preamp effect Positive: ///// ///// ///// ///// (incl. Paul & OCD mentioned in tread) Preamp effect Negative: ///// ///// | |
| Another post about a streamer upgrade Try to compare the Innous Pulse mini with Ifi zs to justify the statement below. Please report back on what you found. I would say, in general, more expensive streamers have better power supply, circuit design and parts / components and therefor... | |
| DAC upgrade @mojo771, try to join the royalty program to see if the vendor gives you some promo credit. https://www.denafrips.com/pontus | |
| Contemporary Classical Composers - new discoveries Arvo Pärt’s compositions are captivating. I was intrigued by the idea of "minimalist music" and particularly admire "Spiegel im Spiegel," "Fratres for String Quartet," and all the pieces in "Creator Spiritus." | |
| Eliminated my preamp with amazing results +1 @pdreher ... with new amps (Quicksilver KT Mono's), volume control via the Weiss DAC sounded good (detailed and clean), but a bit on the lean and sterile side. Adding a DeHavilland Ultraverve 3 preamp took my system to a new level, addin... | |
| Another post about a streamer upgrade Definitely upgrade to something better if you are willing to invest. There are several highly praised products in the similar price range to IP mini, such as Volumio Primo / Rivo with built-in upsampling and EQ and a used Rose RS250A. The Ifi ZS h... |