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Denafrips Terminator 2 bs. ?
Just to add; it seems odd that there’s been no hint of the 15th versions. Google turns up nothing at all, and both Denafrips/Vinshine’s web pages are only showing the 12th versions of their DACs. I would have thought there’d have been some teasin... 
Denafrips Pontus *15th* ?
@curiousjim thanks 👍 I haven't given it much of a listen to be honest; I was so confused, I wasn't really taking it in as I normally would when receiving a new component 😊. What I did hear from it was impressive, considering I only had it plugged... 
Denafrips Terminator 2 bs. ?
I started a thread yesterday, as I received a Pontus 15th after ordering the Pontus 12th-1. I too emailed Vinshine; Annie responded to say the Support Team would reply to my email. Looks like there are new versions of at least the Terminator and ... 
Denafrips Pontus *15th* ?
@marco1 thanks for this, I wouldn't have read that thread normally as the Terminator is outside of my budget. I've had a response from Annie at Vinshine; Annie wrote "the Support Team will reply to your email". So, eagerly awaiting for the reply... 
Stack Audio Auva Isolator
I've been looking at the Auva EQ's for my components/rack and Puritan 156. I have Solid Air Audio - Dark Stars (UK company) under my ATC SCM40's, but from the comments here, I maybe looking at the Auva 70's or 100's I have an old suspended wooden... 
Mood
Definitely. If I’m in a bad mood; not always, but mostly, this will affect how I perceive my system. When I find myself in a cranky, crappy mood, I just don’t bother sitting down to listen. Luckily, I’m a mostly happy-go-lucky, philosophical, prag... 
Puritan 136 vs 156 for simple system
The 2 Puritan products mentioned are definitely worth your consideration, but I would agree with Audphile1 re: upgraded PC's (if you haven't already of course). IMHO it's worth investing in to the network side of things: dedicated network switch, ... 
Node 2i + DDC Upgrade to PulseMini?
Haven't heard the Pulse Mini, but I did upgrade my Node N130 to the Innuos Zen Mini mkiii with the Innuos LPSU some time ago; that was a significant upgrade. I'm sure the Pulse Mini, would be a similar if not greater uptick in performance. My Node... 
Aurenda and Tidal and Qobuz connect
Cleeds is correct; Qobuz Connect is not a thing (yet). As with any streamer that supports Qobuz, it is only accessible via the streamers native app  
FedEx - strange shipping progress (to UK)
@curiousjim yes! I agree, DHL I've found to be really efficient and quick  
FedEx - strange shipping progress (to UK)
@riie if you're referring to the football, you're absolutely spot on 😄. I went to the pub to watch the Atalanta game last week; we (Liverpool FC) haven't played that badly since Roy Hodgson's time in charge.  The end of the season can't come quic... 
FedEx - strange shipping progress (to UK)
@shtinkydog that is frustrating, and a little insane this day and age. Sounds similar to the UK's regular postal service. My heart sinks when I order something online and I then see the retailer is using the Post Office regular mail 😩. If the opti... 
FedEx - strange shipping progress (to UK)
@bolong this may explain the odd routes taken; staff shortages, competition etc. Anyway, my item arrived in one piece and and scathed from it's marathon, around the world trip 😊👍 Thanks @tooblue , I will do. 👍    
Denafrips Iris12th - signal out to Ares 12th-1
SOLVED: removed PC from Ares and Iris, left to sit a couple of mins then powered back up -> Bingo! 👍 I2S signal and music 😊  
What the Best Dac have you heard or owned. How could you tell it was that good.
Owned: Areas 12th-1 so far; this has kept my Cen Grand DSDAC 1.0 Super Clock off my rack for 6 weeks, and I don't feel like I'll be changing this anytime soon. The Cen Grand is 3x the cost of the Ares, but it doesn't come close to sheer enjoyment ...