ricred1

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$10k DAC in a 3k system?
I can only speak from my experience. I made many, many changes over the years. In my experience, changing speakers and the source has had the most impact on my system. I recently changed my music server. It's so hard to describe the differences wi... 
DAC or Music Server
Guido,I will call the Rowland local dealer today and see what he says. I’ll send you a PM later. As always, THANKS for your input!Best Regards,Richard 
DAC or Music Server
Guido,As always, I really appreciate your measured response. I’ve posted every upgrade that I’ve recently made. I can’t recall every detail when I changed components, but besides changing speakers, inserting the Antipodes DS GT has probably been t... 
What are the top 3 USB cables being used today in reference systems?
There are some uber expensive USB cables, but I've seen the following USB in some high-end systems: Audioquest diamond, Wireworld Platinum,  and Curious USB cables. 
Is there a real difference in sound between Media Servers (without built-in DAC)?
YES. I just went from a Bryston BDP2 to the Antipodes DS GT. There is a significant difference between the two. To my ears the DS GT produces a more articulate and deep bass. Vocals are pushed forward,  creating the illusion of a deeper soundstage... 
Antipodes DS GT versus Bryston BDP2
mitch2, To be honest I'm sort of shocked by how good the DS GT is compared to the Bryston BDP2. I prefer the Antipodes DS GT by a wide margin. Unfortunately, "my sickness ":), now thinks, well if the DS GT is that good, how does the DX sound. Any ... 
Antipodes DS GT versus Bryston BDP2
I like the Antipodes DS GT, I'm thinking about getting the Antipodes DX. Has anyone compared the DS GT to the DX? 
Class D is just Dandy!
rhale64,I'm a 2-channel person that found a way to incorporate surround sound without degrading my 2-channel. I use a Jeff Rowland 625 S2 amplifier for my front speakers. Even if the ATI sounds as good as the 625 S2, I would degrade the sound goin... 
Class D is just Dandy!
jrunr,I don't know if you were addressing your comments to me or not. I have a AT523NC 3-channel Amplifier (200W RMS per channel). I only use it to power my center and rear channels in a 5.1 surround sound system. I simply love it. It's so much be... 
JL Audio F110 Vs F112
rshad0000,I agree the F112s are the sweet spot. 
Aurender N10 or Auralic Aries G2 (+ Auralic G2 Master Clock)
Antipodes DX  
Antipodes DS GT versus Bryston BDP2
I'm not a dealer and have no association with Antipodes. After 4 days with the DS GT music server, I just can't believe what I'm hearing. I know it's easy to exaggerate and I'll be the first to say, there are no absolutes with Audio. In addition, ... 
White Noise
Initially I only added the ground wire. It reduced much of the noise; however noise was still audible. After I changed to the XLR cable it was dead silent. I must admit the gain seems a little lower and I will run audesey again. 
Jeff Rowland to what?
littletommy531,??? 
White Noise
I fixed it! 1) I reached out to Marantz today and for the first time they told me to run a wire from the ground on back of the 7002 mk II to a screw on the chassis. That reduced some of the noise.bob_reynolds,2) I took your advice...THANKS! I borr...