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My Terrible Emotiva Experience
"When I first opened the box, I realized there was a problem. The remote was just tossed in the box loose, and it was *disgusting*. It was covered in what looked like chocolate and sofa lint."So somebody tried it for a while and returned it. The... 
Japanese Audio
Most brands in audio are born out of necessity or solving particular problems.  
tonearm cable, do you need one?
Not unless there is something wrong with what you're currently using. If you do require a new cable and want the best quality - search ebay and other sites for "made in Japan."  
Suggestion for Audiogon Forums
I agree with @qjm101 
4 amplifiers to drive 1 pair of speakers?
This doesn’t make sense to me. Not trying to be rude. When you say the speakers are more like 4 ohms in real life, you’re saying the impedance swing occurs with changing frequencies, which is true. However, A well designed speaker at 8 ohms uses q... 
Echo/reverb effect DAC to PC USB connection
Try a TRIPP LITE USB cable that has ferrite cores with a USB repeater from the same brand.Is the DAC synchronous or asynchronous? (look these up)Also, are you using ASIO (will set the bit depth and sampling rate automatically when you select a new... 
iphone lighting cables
Perfect timing I guess..I'm looking for a new charger for one of my devices as well.https://www.pure-gear.com/charging-and-powerTheir fast chargers are actually fast. Much better than the stuff you get from other stores online.I use a Power Delive... 
Best of Germany!
Beyerdynamic headphones. 
Spotify - Cambridge Azur 851N
The volume on your computer is the "master control" for the network player. Set that first.For more control over the level, use the spotify app. If you get it just right the level will remain optimal. Are you saying the spotify app has a superior ... 
Nad M33 vs Hegel H390... old question with a bit of a twist (ethernet and headphones)
For wired, use CAT 8 cables.DROP (THX) makes excellent headphone amps for the money.Check out the Douk Audio U3 - cheap, and actually decent performance.Furutech 6.3mm adapters if you want the best quality. 
I have been on the hunt for the best turntable I can buy. Any suggestions?
Pioneer PL-990You can always upgrade later. 
BEST NEW AND OLD SONGS [Mention favourite new and old songs]
Diana Krall sounds good on any playback system.Prove me wrong. 
70s fender amp reverb not working
This can be a common problem on Fender amps. Are you sure? Google is your friend. It may take some time, but if the problem occurred randomly at once (not intermittently) and the amp is not physically damaged, the fix should be easy. 
Preservation
@millercarbon LPCM = Linear Pulse Code Modulation This has to do with how uncompressed audio signals are sampled. 
Accuphase DP570 vs. Luxman D10X
Reaching out to the manufacturers directly can be eye-opening. Tell them your situation in detail and they will prescribe the best product for the job. While I have heard gear from both brands, I am not familiar with these units.Overall emphasis i...