rsf507

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Do hi-end DACs offer true value or diminishing return...
@manogolf please say who this dealer is? Curious minds want to know.  
If the critical mass2 one of the top 3 footers to install into ones system?
Heard the CM2 footers nothing special. For that type of money look into a Vibraplane.  
Choosing a cartridge for new turntable
I've heard several soundsmith cartridges and loved every one, as @big_greg stated they are a bit more "lively" than others I've heard. Something I prefer YMMV  
Lumin vs Bricasti Volume Control
@jeffreyw which specific Bricasti dac are you referring to? The M21 is Bricasti’s best dac and IMO the most transparent which @hgeifman may have heard what he did. Just a thought but I’ve heard the M3 several times direct and thought it superb. I ... 
Soundsmith Strain Gauge - Thank You!
@spiritofmusic please elaborate, did Peter change your SG stylii to a boron?  
Am I a hopeless audio snob?
Kuzma  
Am I a hopeless audio snob?
@pilrem completely understand what you are saying. What's your budget?  
Digital Upgrade Recommendations
Teddy Pardo  
DAC Shootout Starts This Weekend
Thanks @ddafoe for the info. As my dealer showed me it's easier and much more cost effective (although not as much fun) to change power cords and get what you are striving for than changing dacs. Yes dacs sound a bit different but they are all sou... 
DAC Shootout Starts This Weekend
@ddafoe you stated you had the Bricasti M3 did you find it lean? I'm using a M1 and it's anything but lean. Just curious.  
External phono stage for Luxman 509x
Sorry saying DON'T do a JC3+ nothing special IMO. Now a Gold Note PH-10 sounds great and VERY versatile.  
Paid for UPS shipping and the package was immediately sent to the US Post Office.
Go immediately back to that UPS store and get an explanation and your $$$ back for the difference. Then fike a claim with the BBB  
External phono stage for Luxman 509x
JC3+ no way.   
Smart buying buying a preamp with tubes anot avail except as made by preamp manuf?
@emergingsoul please cut to the chase and tell all who's the manufacturer and what tube.  
ASR Emmiter battery unit
Maybe just try it and listen