lewinskih01

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Improving sound quality of streaming setup
What Steve (Audioengr) suggests is certainly a valid route. Then he also manufactures the product he's recommending. Just be aware of that.Another option that would be very simple too is getting a laptop to be used for music only, and a DAC with a... 
Quality of laptop for use with Dac.
Hi Steve.Was the list you posted writen in order of impact on SQ, in your view?Have you tested a Computer Audiophile CAPS v3 vs. A 2009 Mac Mini? The CAPS approach kind of makes sense to me, but then I keep reading about the 2009 mini...Thanks much! 
Audiophilleo vs Empirical audio offramp
Here you go: http://www.computeraudiophile.com/f6-dac-digital-analog-conversion/best-usb-spdif-converter-12904/index3.htmlCheers! 
Audiophilleo vs Empirical audio offramp
You might have seen my other post over at the PC Forum, but in case you haven't: it might be worth connecting with member Elberoth over at computer audiophile.com for his view. His reference is a DCS Scarlatti, and he also has a Metrum Octave whic... 
M2Tech EVO + Ex Clock + Power supply v Off-ramp 5
Astrostar,Take a look at this thread: http://www.computeraudiophile.com/f6-dac-digital-analog-conversion/best-usb-spdif-converter-12904/index3.htmlIt's long, but worthwhile I think. Several posters heard several units side-by-side. Particularly, b... 
Uprgrading my Metrum Octave DAC
Mccance,I hear you: I have my Octave connected to a Lamm LL2, into a McIntosh MC275 and I'm pretty happy. I, too, wish the Octave had BNC instead of RCA.What's your source, before the AP? I have a Squeezebox Touch, with software mods, and I'm look... 
Uprgrading my Metrum Octave DAC
I have not heard those, but have done extensive reading before buying my Octave, and I actually plan on getting an Audiophilleo 2, just like you. I seriously doubt you will find a significantly better sounding one-box solution for $3k. Moreover, t... 
Metrum Octave Mod and cable suggestion
Naggots,Which BNC connector did you install? Cheers 
Metrum Octave Mod and cable suggestion
Thanks Gopher. Does your DAC section kind of rings internally? When I knock gently on the top of my unit I hear things vibrating inside, and I'm wondering if there is room for improvement by treating those somehow.Replacing the RCA for a BNC conne... 
Metrum Octave Mod and cable suggestion
Gopher, looking forward to your feedback about the Lundhal tweak. Have you tweaked your Octave in any other way? 
Amplifier for Sonus Faber Cremona M
Mezzanine,Listening is certainly the best way to know. FWIW, both the friend who had Cremona Ms + 2xMC275 and me prefer a Lamm LL2 preamp to a McIntosh tube preamp. Ergonomics are certainly better on the Mc, but the sound of the Lamm is far better... 
Amplifier for Sonus Faber Cremona M
FWIW, a few months ago I was considering a speaker upgrade, and a fellow Audiogon member I've come to trust recommended the Cremona Ms as a great match with my McIntosh MC275 amp. He has several systems and can afford a lot more expensive stuff an... 
USB or Squeezebox Touch from Mac to DAC
Rmata,Listen to Steve (Audioengr), and also use your critical thinking when exploring options. Steve indeed knows a lot, but also tends to steer people in the direction of his products, which is particularly hard to perceive for the newcomers. The... 
need help selecting the right preamp
The above post is good. Another alternative is to get a good USB to SPDIF converter (Audiophilleo 2 is good) and a DAC with S/PDIF in. Some knowledgeable people claim the clock in the USB/SPDIF converter has more impact on sound than the DAC itsel... 
Speaker cable recommendations for B&W 683
Some years ago I had B&W CM4 and was looking for cables. Some wiser folks here told me not to spend on cables because my systems didn't have enough resolution. I didn't like the answer...but time proved they were right.I think you might be on ...