norust

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Interim SS Amp - Likely Candidates?
I am appreciative of all the thoughtful suggestions and continuing to gain additional knowledge that helps narrow down my decision - definitely leaning to trying the Class D route at this point.  There are some solid options out there in my price ... 
Interim SS Amp - Likely Candidates?
@kennyc ​​@blackbag20  Great suggestion.  I had not heard of Odyssey audio prior to your post.  Just checked them out and certainly they check a number of boxes.  Appreciate you steering me in their direction.  @allenf1963 I know you were joking a... 
Interim SS Amp - Likely Candidates?
Solid input all around.  @yyzsantabarbara @ditusa - appreciate you reminding me of Schitt as I didn't think to consider them which is an oversight as I love the Yggy LIM DAC. I will check out the Wotan & Tyr!  @allenf1963 - my "interim" system... 
Interim SS Amp - Likely Candidates?
An audio friend just recommended the Benchmark AHB2- thoughts?  
Experience with Modwright products?
@stevehuff  I had chimed in here earlier re my exceptional experiences with Dan, his team and his products.  I currently have his LS99 Balanced Tube Preamp and his PH 9.0 tube phono stage. Maybe one day i will move from my First Watt F8 to his KWA... 
Anyone in LA area have Ascend or Volti speakers to demo?
I am not in the LA area but am a Volti Razz owner.  Suggestion for you is to contact Greg Roberts at Volti directly and ask him if he can put you in contact with anyone in the LA area.  Greg will email or call you back and is very approachable.  H... 
Most recent concert
Samara Joy tomorrow night!    
Looking for a new DAC
Not sure how much "coaching" I can give re the specific DAC's you mention or sound signature.  However I am responding as I have Modwright components - LS99 preamp and PH 9 phono stage.  Like you my Modwright components are going to stay a part of... 
Shunyata Ethernet Cable User Experience- Delta vs Theta
@jim2 -thanks for your thoughts and I will let you know once i move forward with an ethernet cable    
Shunyata Ethernet Cable User Experience- Delta vs Theta
I know we have a few Shunyata users in the Audiogon tribe! I am looking to move forward next week and would appreciate any counsel.  Thanks in advance....  
Shunyata Ethernet Cable User Experience- Delta vs Theta
@sfpeloton - certainly appreciate your thoughts.  I will go and check out the recent thread you referenced.   My system leans towards the warm side bssed on my Modwright LS99 preamp with tubes.    
Merason dac MK1 on audio mart
This DAC is still an active listing and has not been removed.  With it being reported its a red flag as to why it is still being shown as active.  Sorry that the OP had to go through the wringer on this.    
A Review of the Denafrips Pontus Gen 15 DAC
Solid review and always enjoy hearing from a fellow forum member that enjoys his system and expresses his thoughts in common language.  Glad you like this DAC and hav read plenty of great things about it.  BTW - fellow Modwright fan here!     
Capital Audiofest Coming Up!
I was going to head to DC but unable due to last minute issues,  Was looking forward to the show overall and hearing the new Volti Lucera's.   
Bluesound Node130 LPS upgrade...
I have been down this path and can offer my thoughts.  Two years ago I started my digital journey with the BS node gen 3.  After figuring out what I didn't know, the questions to ask and getting use to streaming with Tidal, Qobuz, etc., I took the...