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Aurender vs. Roon
I just find it interesting that a post via video by someone with experience in the audio field can be so intimidating... I would think A) if it has merit then that much the better. B) if it does not have any merit than so be it.. C) this post was ... 
Aurender vs. Roon
So, question is, was the video accurate in determining the cost ($600-$700.00) of the innards and or production of unit?   
Tubes or stick with S/S
If i may butt in here for just a moment and derail this topic momentarily to ask a question because it has to do with tubes. I just switched out my Callia DAC for the MHDT Orchid which has a tube output. So far it sounds REAL good (not yet broken ... 
Difference Between DAC Types
Hi, i am expecting an MHDT Orchid tomorrow so in a day or two I may be able weigh in in this topic. Presently i am using a Callia DAC/PS Mono700’s streaming Tidal. After 24/30 hr break in (output tube) i will know more about this issue hopefully. ... 
What equipment have you bought this year so far ?
 I am currently waiting delivery of an MHDT Orchid DAC, (Laspada Apollo II power cord because the unit did not come with one) & 2 SVS interconnects. If the Orchid works out then i will have a Callia DAC for sale (about 8 months old and in perf... 
The Six Moons.com review on the Mhdt Labs Orchid DAC just went up
Oh hey, i got a response form the man himself, Terry London. How about that. Let me clean my response up a tad. First of all, for those that don't know, (and no one on this site knows) i have a bit of a dry sense of humor. So, I was not really ove... 
The Six Moons.com review on the Mhdt Labs Orchid DAC just went up
Ok, i just read Terry London's 6 moon review on the MHDT Orchid. It's a good thing he doesn't have the same propensity with women as he does with audio equip. What i mean by that is, it wasn't all that long ago he reviewed the Lab 12 and pronounce... 
The Six Moons.com review on the Mhdt Labs Orchid DAC just went up
TeajayI haven't read the article you posted about just yet. However, if i understand you correctly you are saying a DAC like the Lab 12 is an authentic DAC or superior to an upsampling DAC? I ask this only because i have been trying to sort throug... 
A DAC that crushes price vs. performance ratio
What a spirited discussion, can't ask for anything more than that. And, it appears that most of you providing your inputs punch way above your weight, and i assure you i mean that on a positive note. Everyones  knowledge or IQ about these subjects... 
Just wanted to share that I got a new reviewing gig with Six Moons.com website
I am new to audiogon but none the less it after a short time it was easy to determine teajay was a seasoned vet and one that i could view as serious and sincere.. Good luck in the new position.    
A DAC that crushes price vs. performance ratio
Okay, mr don here, this was a great thread abounding on the merits/demerits of DAC's and specifically the Lab 12 Dac1. Let me paste the response from Lab 12 themselves that I received Monday in the AM to clear up a small matter about this little m... 
Lab 12 DAC1 Special Edition
Oops, https://hifipig.com/news-from-lab12/ 
Lab 12 DAC1 Special Edition
@janehamble It seems jane is correct, HiFi Pig wrote about the Lab 12 in April 2014 after seeing it at the Newcomers to Munich High-End 2013 show. There was not much written on the lab 12 by HiFi Pig but the company was just getting started i thin... 
The Science of Cables
@BSMG, THAT DESCRIPTION OF EARS AND HEARING DIFFERENCE WAS TOO FUNNY.  
Bookshelf speakers for near-field (desktop) use
Without a doubt & without hesitation, Burchart S400's. I have then sitting on an 88" Gladiator butcher block workbench in my audio room.. That is just about perfect for stereo imaging and no subwoofer, its not necessary. I am using Prism Sound...