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Advice for Streaming Newbies - Best Bang for Our Bucks
I have been thinking about switching fro Tidal to QObuz.  I have heard the difference.  If I were to do so would I have to re-enter all my artists and music.  I also like the appearance of Tidal on my iPhone.  Wish I could see how it looks:  
Recommendations for HiFi Listening Room
My sister lives in Appleton.  Nice place to live and houses are affordable.  
Where to invest the most in the "digital chain"?
I own a BlueSound Node 2i.  I am using a Synergistic Research Level One power cord an a Synergistic Research Level One digital cable.  I was thinking about upgrading my BlueSound to a better streamer such as a Aurender.  Are you saying you should ... 
Isn’t the forum to post reviews of gear you have experience with?
I think we all need to remember we are all trying to learn.  We are also here to share and to help each other.    
Aurender N200
I have a BlueSound Node 2i and have a difficult time believing you can hear the difference.  What difference will I hear?  Would I detect the more expensive streamer when doing a blind test?  
Looking for Speaker Recommendations
Call Jim at SALK audio.  He builds beautiful cabinets and user expensive drivers.  I like the Song3 Encore’s.  
Rant against the industry with hopes for discussion on positive change
A good indicator for me is I have yet to see a pair of speakers in a room after being sent 3 listings per day of homes on the market in my home.  I also rarely if ever see people who have surround speakers where their entertainment centers are loc... 
What the ship just happened?
I would never buy used.  I would demand a refund from the seller for not packaging this item properly.  If this was sold on Audiogon, I would ask them to intercede.  There must be requirements specified by Audiogon for people selling equipment th... 
B.S. Node 2i brick (yet another one)
Doug, What do you have to lose by contacting your retailer?  You might be surprised they will help you.  They certainly carry more clout.   
B.S. Node 2i brick (yet another one)
What did your dealer do?  
B.S. Node 2i brick (yet another one)
You really aren’t talking about a lot of money to replace.   my BlueSound Node 2i is flawless.  
The thing about objectivists is...
It is always amazing how the same person is devoted to pouncing on the someone the first opportunity.  This is a discussion group and I thought this was a great discussion.  
Bowers and Wilkins, 801 D4
I was very impressed with the Rockport’s at a local dealer.  Just wish I were rich and I could get these past the gate keeper.  Wonder how many others have this problem.  I would feel selfish spending so much money on myself,  
OK...here's another tweak that really works
It doesn't take long for a particular person to come out of the closet.  They are constantly waiting for every opportunity to pounce on any one they can.  I am beginning to think if this individual has every tried listening to a decent set of spea... 
Pair of Rel S510’s or Carbon Special’s?
I would go with the largest REL's you can afford.  You can always dial them back.  I still thin the high level connection designed by REL is incredible.