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I am checking out these DAC's for my system
@brbrock I would send Vlad at Audio Mirror an email. He is very responsive and great to work with.   
I am checking out these DAC's for my system
+1 for the Audio Mirror Tubadour. I have not heard the IV but Vlad claims the V is a greater distance better than the IV compared to the IV's distance better than the III. I feel that the Audio Mirror DAC's are very difficult to beat.   
Veritas Cables a new brand that I found
Before the Mirus I was using some Pangea Audio Premier SE Ethernet Cables and LINKUP CAT 8. Not junk but not the best. Now that the Mirus are burned in, I would need to put the old cables back in for a comparison. But I do feel that the Mirus has ... 
Veritas Cables a new brand that I found
@chipcalzone Good call on the Connexa, seems like a top choice and should be a notch up from Mirus.  I was unable to respond to your IM directly. I needed to IM you on a separate communication. I put in a ticket to Agon thinking there was a system... 
Veritas Cables a new brand that I found
@mbolek I have been a huge fan of the Helix design for years. My Helix RCA and speaker cables were my reference as well. Back when I was making them my shop space was great for DIY. But since moving not as easy. I never made any Helix XLR's since ... 
Trends in value of vintage / used audio equipment?
@mahgister "I installed VU meter on my wife head and she look beautiful but it does not improved the sound ..." Maybe not a Groucho quote, but made me laugh!  
Streamer output options
Im my experience DAC designers make choices to best meet their objectives. And there is no definitive answer as to which input will sound best on a given DAC. It seems to be case by case. Some are optimized for one input, others try and make them ... 
Veritas Cables a new brand that I found
@maxima95 The OP started this thread describing his excellent experience with the Magnus XLR's. I have the Argentum x XLR's and also give them high praise in my setup.  
Veritas Cables a new brand that I found
@tubeguy80 For the Mirus ethernet cables, I need one at 1M from the wall to my Network Acoustics switch, then a short run from the switch to my iFi LAN iPurifier Pro filter, then another short run from the filter to my streamer. Since all three co... 
BEST SPEAKER THAT COMES TO LIFE AT LOW LISTENING LEVELS
Have you considered a cable change? When I switched to Veritas Cables Aperta speaker cables I noticed a significant change for the better in low level listening. Better dynamics and clarity in all frequencies at around 60db.  
Veritas Cables a new brand that I found
I ordered 3 custom lengths of Mirus ethernet cables, about ready to ship. Looking forward to testing them out.  
DIY Helix Geometry Cabling
Thanks Steve, I have enjoyed making these and experimenting with different wires and dielectric's. Your efforts in keeping the knowledge base accessible is appreciated.  
Veritas Cables a new brand that I found
I have other cables with the same type of Banana connectors. Never an issue. How do you know it is the Aperta?  
Veritas Cables a new brand that I found
@samureyex Try installing another set of cables for a few days to see if it happens. I would want to isolate this if possible.  
Victor tt-101
Like @lewm said. for old TT's, I usually pull up with my fingers in the holes and put my thumbs on spindle to create enough resistance to free the platter. I would encourage the seller to try a little harder with care.