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| I have perfected my network for the nth time I’d be interested to know if anyone has any actual data that illustrates improved sound quality. If you are using a high quality streamer and DAC, it’s hard to believe there would be any difference in SQ if you are already using a switch like Cisc... | |
| I have perfected my network for the nth time This is a very interesting thread. I thought I was doing good converting all of our phone drops to a hardwired network. Luckily, we had cat5e running throughout the house. I installed a basic unmanaged switch and ran an additional drop of plenum r... | |
| The mistake armchair speaker snobs make too often If you have the equipment and skill set, building a high quality cabinet is relatively simple. You can source high quality wood backed veneers in a variety of species. Sourcing speakers, design specs, and crossovers may be a bit more difficult. Fo... | |
| About ready to give up on Roon and my streamer I recently purchased the Lumin U2 mini. It was very simple to setup and stream Qobuz. You basically have two apps to manage the device - Qobuz and Lumin. You link Qubuz to Lumin to view and play music. As with any streamer, it’s best to have a ne... | |
| Tuneful Cables by High-End Audio williewonka provided a nice list. I’ve done quite a bit of reading. Unfortunately, a few of the cables are not readily available to demo. I found one used pair of Hijiri online. I will try to demo AE cables. I’ve heard them at a few local shops bu... | |
| Tuneful Cables by High-End Audio Well, here is where I'm at, if I go with used cables. I know Nordost are a good, fairly consistent, match with Conrad Johnson amps and preamps. I've read numerous post on the CJ users website regarding interconnects. I current have Red Dawn speake... | |
| Tuneful Cables by High-End Audio I agree with roxy54. What a memorable story and a keepsake you will cherish forever. | |
| Tuneful Cables by High-End Audio I’ve reached out to a few sellers regarding counterfeit Nordost cables. I actually received one reply stating that the cables were made by Nordost in a different country. Keep in mind, all Nordost cables are made in the USA. If a Nordost cable is ... | |
| Tuneful Cables by High-End Audio Where can you purchase Hijiri cables online? | |
| Tuneful Cables by High-End Audio I totally agree! A number of knockoffs are out there, especially on eBay. I’m definitely interested going the used route. I’ve thought about sticking with Nordost but I’ve read a bit about matching other cables for a better overall sound. On the u... | |
| Tuneful Cables by High-End Audio I just looked at the Xangsane online. I’m a bit skeptical about the quality. Obviously, a lot of knockoffs are listed in the same search category. The Tuneful may have better quality control. I am really focused on the quality and sound characteri... | |
| Tuneful Cables by High-End Audio I wonder if any members are currently using these cables or compared them to name brand, higher end cables. I agree, $100 isn’t a big investment. However, if they aren’t an upgrade, it may not be worth my time. | |
| Tuneful Cables by High-End Audio Cardas Golden is a pretty high comparison. I’m currently running MIT Shotgun from the amp to pre and CVT from the pre to the DAC. I’m curious to know if these would be a step up and offer better performance or if they are similar in quality and pe... | |
| Speaker that are 'KEEPERS" for the long haul!!! I just purchased a pair of B&W 805 D3’s. I’ve been thinking about purchasing a pair for a long time. I’ve had three other B&W speakers over the years. I recently found a pair of 805’s in mint condition listed for sale and available locally... | |
| Best place to live for good quality power deep_333 is spot on. Run at least one dedicated 10 awg line with shielded wire or use metal conduit to shield the wires from point to point. You rarely, if ever, see conduit in home construction. This topic is definitely something to think about i... |