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Less Loss & Shunyata power cords
You should try the LessLoss Reference before opining on LessLoss's lack of evolution; it is a significant step up from the Signature. That said, I have not heard the equivalent level Zitron PC (Anaconda?).Neal 
Is 50 wpc SS NAD enough to power Spendor SP1?
I owned SP!'s for a long time. You really need a minimum of 100 watts/ch of high quality amp to do them justice.Neal 
Strange Hum from Right Pre Channel Only
Thank you, Atma. I will try that. It is the one variation I have not yet tried.Neal 
Strange Hum from Right Pre Channel Only
Atmasphere,Yes, same cables. No hum. Thanks.Neal 
Strange Hum from Right Pre Channel Only
Thanks for suggestions. I will try Atmasphere's suggestion. In the meantime, some other pieces of evidence:When I use the XLR cables directly from DAC outputs to amp XLR inputs, i.e., using the DAC as a preamp, there is no hum.When I switch the ca... 
Strange Hum from Right Pre Channel Only
Thank you. I do not think it is a ground loop. I suspected an issue with the XLR cables. These are HiDiamond top of the line XLR's IC's and I have to see if there is anywhere in the USA I can have them looked at.Very mysterious. In 40+ years of th... 
What DACs support DSD input NOT via USB?
I think the PS Audio DirectStream DAC does.Neal 
PSAudio Direct Stream or Bryston BDA/BDP2?
An admirable choice, based on what I have read (have not heard it). I had been using a Stealth Sextet, which was the best among the myriad I had tried over the years, but now am trying out a Nordost Odin digital. It either is mind-bogglingly trans... 
PSAudio Direct Stream or Bryston BDA/BDP2?
Good news.Which digital cable are you using? In my experience, this makes a dramatic difference. Neal 
PSAudio Direct Stream or Bryston BDA/BDP2?
Ricred1,So how is the BDP?Neal 
Monitor Audio Gold GX300
Really, Pontiflex? My experience is diametrically opposite: more power, better sound, especially on soft passages, or abrupt transitions from soft to powerful sounds. Perfect example: Wagner preludes and overtures.Just one man's opinion. as Sam Te... 
Best Sounding new releases 2015
On a more popular note, FLAC version of Brian Wilson's new No Pier Pressure album is superb sonically, musically, vocally and emotionally. Will put some sunshine in your day.Neal 
"Audiophile" fuses. A comparison.
Agree with Hifial on the SR Red fuses. Replaced HiFi Supreme top of the line fuses with the reds and there was an audible improvement. They actually work.Neal 
ARC REF 5SE, CJ GAT or ?
BTW, I use the VTL 7.5 iii with a Krell FPB 300cx, so if you were wondering about compatibility with Krell, there it is.Neal 
ARC REF 5SE, CJ GAT or ?
I looked into both of these to replace my Wyetech Opal, and chose the VTL 7.5 Mk iii. Astonishing neutrality, imaging and soundstanging; great remote; and exceptional flexibility (RCA and XLR, among many other features). If you find one used (and ...