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oddiofyl

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Eversolo, can I do better?
Anyone spending $3700 on the A10 is wasting their money if they expect the level of support Innuos, Aurender, and Auralic provide.    There is NO support , over the air updates are the only "support"   and if they are bad you're screwed  They can... 
Best 2 Channel Audio from 4K Blu-ray PCM Coax Digital to MSB DAC or Analog Output
I would just connect via Toslink to avoid any hum and call it a day.  Connection via a coax may cause hum or noise.   Best to optically isolate video from your system.   That's a great DAC , the last thing I'd worry about is jitter with TV/ Video... 
Eversolo, can I do better?
Eversolo support is non existent.  You must roll back FW when there is a bug.   Then you will wait months and still no fix.   Real POS company if there's a problem,  they expect the dealer to carry out warranty.   I asked them for an RMA for a uni... 
Do you have a perfect digital marriage?
I use an Aurender N200  network streamer ,  Lab 12 DAC 1 Reference ,  and Teac VRDS 701t Transport.    Great sounding front end in my rig.          
Listening pleasure
Glad to hear you are doing well.    I came close to death and was laid up for a few months and I don't know what I would have done without music.   I was in a dark place and music got me through it.      
DH Labs
I really like DH Labs.  I also have Nordost Blue Heaven.    The Blue Heaven are good , the DH Air Matrix Cryo are better shielded and have better plugs.   Which sound better?   I don't think either have a signature just good well balanced cables. ... 
BEST CD TRANSPORT
I recently bought the Teac 701t and it's a great machine  ,  love it.    
Six DAC Comparison
Refreshing to hear a no BS commentary from a manufacturer once in a while.  Thanks.    
Bluesound icon vs Nad c700
I'm betting the Icon sounds great for the money.   Is it the best source for that amp?  Not sure.  I have a Vault 2i and its been great.   No real issues in 5 years.  I also have an Aurender which is in a different league in my experience.  I Do ... 
No God No! Say it Ain’t So!
I think the new McIntosh gear is nice, hopefully they are smart enough not to mess with an iconic brand  The problem with McIntosh being at Best Buy is they do a horrible job promoting the brand number 1 and 2, it's not the right audience .    
??? Full Loom vs Mix ???
I have a few different mfg cables but I have been leaning toward DH Labs. I think they offer a good cable for the money.   I have a pair of AQ Water (pre to amp ) that I picked up because they were only $200 on CL , a pair of Nordost Blue Heaven ... 
Seeking speakers under $3K for 10x12 ft room and driven by 20wpc tube amp
I am tempted to try Studio Electric M4.   They look nice for the money.    
Seeking speakers under $3K for 10x12 ft room and driven by 20wpc tube amp
I have Omega S.A.M. and they sound great but I would not recommend them if you like playing loud.  They'll play fairly loud but push them too much and they lose their composure.  As mentioned , need a sub  
Any regrets in selling gear?
I miss my PSB M2 Platinum.     Great speakers that i made the mistake of selling while looking for it's replacement.  I sold them and bought Revel M106, a nice speaker but those PSB were better.   They were the last PSBs to be made in Canada.     ... 
Looking for a CD Player
I love CDs , but I have discovered so much great music in the last 5 years by streaming.   If I really like an album I stream i will usually buy it on CD or sometimes LP.... I think streaming is a must have, especially with $299 Nodes and WiiMs. ...