mgrif104
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| Moon 761 -> 861 upgrade but keeping the 791 preamp/streamer I auditioned the 761 and 861 at my local dealer and decided on the 761 for my smallish room. Was the 861 better? Yes. It had a bit more dynamic “ease”. Resolution was similar (slight nod to the 861) and tonal characteristics were essentially the s... | |
| Class d amplification @rwmiler It’s a good question though it might be difficult to answer as few of us would have experience with all the options out there. It’s a growing list. I have direct experience with a few which I’ve previously owned: a PS Audio Stellar S3... | |
| Tube Pre/ Class D Amp - Who has done it? So - I’ve been (re)assembling my cabin system. It now consists of the Atmasphere MP-1 mk 3.3 preamp (tube) and Atmasphere Class D monos and I’m pleased to say it’s a very good combination. It’s different than my primary system which is solid state... | |
| OT: Espresso machines Erik - if you’re looking for a smaller footprint and reliable machine, I’d suggest you look at the ECM mechanica. I have several of their machines (Synchronica (2) and the Mechanica) for different locations and like them because they’re built by... | |
| Sound quality differences in streamers @fleschler Yes, you can get enjoyable sound from a streamer in the price range you suggest. A pre-owned Aurender, Auralic, Innuos would fit the bill. But you have a beautiful, well thought out system and room. And, while you have a great collec... | |
| Sound quality differences in streamers @gnaudio I didn’t take it personally because it wasn’t in response to me or directed at me. I was calling out less than good behavior in this forum on behalf of this community. More measured and rational dialogue helps us all instead of dimin... | |
| Sound quality differences in streamers Interesting. I have never purchased a single piece of audio gear after having looked at the specs (other than making sure a power amp has enough for the task). And, I’ve never rejected a piece of gear based on specs. I listen. And I purchase if it... | |
| Sound quality differences in streamers @mdalton If I recall correctly, we’ve been down this path with you before. You post an incredibly rude comment and then pretend to apologize for it in the guise of being “helpful”. Additionally - if I recall correctly - you’re a vinyl person wi... | |
| New DAC, what should I look for? Since you have HQ Player, I would suggest you look for a used T+A DAC 200. It has separate processing paths for DSD and PCM and does spectacularly well with high res feeds from HQ player. Yes, I own T+A gear, but this recommendation comes with a l... | |
| Is it possible to find a good DAC for under $50, 000? I have been hesitant to wade into this discussion because there seems to be a fair amount of negativity surrounding the particular subject. And, a lot of belief that may or may not be supported by direct evidence. Can you hear the difference a m... | |
| AXPONA 2025 I was there Saturday and hit specific rooms - so not even close to hearing everything. In what I sampled, I heard a few good sounding rooms (MBL/Kyomi Audio, Vinnie Rossi/Rockport Technologies, Bricasti/Tidal, Quintessance: Wilson/D’Agostino), and... | |
| network switches and cables. I would echo @jazzman7 as I had a similar experience when I also started with an English Electric 8 switch. My experience with it was positive though the impact in my system at the time was less pronounced. I’ve since upgraded most elements of th... | |
| The new dCS Varese DAC...it is so good that all others are now relegated to history?? I briefly heard the Varese. I didn’t have time for an extended audition unfortunately. But I wasn’t in the store specifically for that purpose either. So, please take my observations with a large grain of salt - they’re in no way conclusive - even... | |
| Korf TA AF 10 tonearm feedback? Thanks all for the feedback. Seems consistent with an owner’s experience on WBF. I decided to go the Tri-planar route. Best, | |
| T+A MP 200 with T+A Dac 200 Synergy I thought some others might chime in here on the synergy between the two units. I only have experience with the DAC 200. At anywhere near its price range, it was the best I heard. I’m sure others may have a different view. However, for me, musical... |