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HoloAudio STREAMER is out now
Color aside, the criticism is overblown. This is a DDC and Streamer so it will have appeal to people looking for both. It has USB input as well. It's clearly a challenge to the Node universe and a new entry in the Streamer options. Personally, I'... 
Thought I’d share: Nicely done and practical DAC review
Like the kid. He’s really trying and the production of some of his videos are simply fantastic. His eval on the Schitt Modi for $99 is one and the RME-ADI-2 are superb   I bought both and his efforts were spot on          
Recommendations for good sounding streamer
Whim Pro Streamer will be out later this month. Bit perfect delivery with excellent streaming options for under $160. It’s going to change the space.   
Qobuz Hi-Rez Not Necessarily the Best Sound
Actually, this is not unusual. SACD suffered a similar fate when compressed 44K files were updated for the new format. While some releases were beyond impressive (Dave Brubek's Take 5 for example) others from the Stevie Ray Vaughn catalog were not... 
DACs that do well without a preamp
Yet another big vote for the RME ADI-2. It is super in my big tube mono block amps. There’s no turning back and RME sends regular software upgrades.    Just an unbelievable value.   
Hans Beekhuyzen - Why High Rez?
Yes, my entire family was flown in from the bat caves in southern China. Thank you Dr. Fraudci.   
Hans Beekhuyzen - Why High Rez?
I have golden bat ears so I can't live without 192. But that's only me.   
Looking for a DAC under 2k
Another vote for the RME ADI-2. It has a multitude of functions and adjustments so you can get any lively sound you want, store it in memory and use it and others as you wish.  There's more. DACs have a main use but the RME can also be used as a ... 
Router for Audio Streaming
Thanks, @yoramguy1 as I think this is a well-accepted power supply issue where different hardware benefits in an audio system. With the 15v unit, I don’t even run it technically off the battery alone. I have it plugged in and the results are the ... 
Router for Audio Streaming
Late to the party but let's say you don't have to spend much money at all. I got this used: Motorola MG7540 AC1600 Dual-Band DOCSIS 3.0 Cable Modem Router. Connected it via ethernet, short cable but the key: power. Running the combo modem/router... 
Cheapest way to enhance SQ with digital streaming
Yes, I looked up the Talema data sheet, and their transformers for this size, 25W and up look different. Among those resellers, I see the same transformer with the only difference I can find is the color. Otherwise, they look exactly alike.  Stil... 
Cheapest way to enhance SQ with digital streaming
That's the model rebadged LPS by many others. @tksteingraber did you get the one for a little more with the Talema power supply?  Second day running this LPS unit for both FMCs and it's easily produced the best I've heard out of my system. I thou... 
Cheapest way to enhance SQ with digital streaming
Early this year, I installed this inexpensive fiber solution into my tube monoblocks = system to great effect. Only recently did I finally add an LPS. I've reported on that positive impact here on only one fiber media device. A significant improve... 
Cheapest way to enhance SQ with digital streaming
Just an update from February with this inexpensive approach. I had been looking around and examining 5v linear power supplies. Finally pulled the trigger on a unit by Solupeak. So of the two media converters with the fiber connectors, I have one ... 
Quest for an external Dac has resulted in me way down the rabbit hole
Some good choices for consideration but the issue is that you may get one of these good ones and then decide it's not altogether impressive with your current system. IMHO, that's the risk you take with your existing setup. I would suggest a RME A...