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Pacific Valve Dac 60...Tubes?
Sorry! Should have mentioned that.According to the Pacific Valve site they are described as "6922/6DJ8".This is my first experience with tubes. A bit of research showed there are many 6922's and 6dj8's. How does one know which are better? Also, is... 
Parasound C2, 2nd Zone?
Have you connected analog connections from source to c2? Required for z2.hthSteve 
Slim Devices Duet
Only had mine for about 3 weeks and haven't really given it the time for comparision.The remote is a dream for me. Fairly easy to get to albums or artist and the display is very readable. Wireless has not been a problem though I do have some conce... 
DVD audio to Hard Drive for Slim Device?
SidsspJust what I was looking for. ThanksSteve 
SB Duet Sound Quality Improvement?
DrubinFirst connection was rca out from sb to the prepro. Even my wife noticed that sq was considerably less than with the cd player (arcam). We then connected the optical out from sb to the Lite dac ah and dac's rca to the pre. Much improved.Mr B... 
SB Duet Sound Quality Improvement?
MR BillI've looked at the acopian ps that has been recommended. The one I saw was $100. Is that the one you recommend? Do you have a high end dac recommendation?ThanksSteve 
Tagging problem with dbpoweramp/sb?
GordyThanks for the response. Since posting I did get it figured out. When I went to ripping FLAC it corrected and I got tags.Steve 
SB Duet Sound Quality Improvement?
TvadMay have overstated when I said "high end" though I have seen those claims. I will never have high end but would like to approach.AudioengrSo an upgaded power supply may be the better first step? Then look into the digital output upgrade?Thank... 
Wired or wireless duet?
Thanks. I'll try it.Steve 
Wired or wireless duet?
KgNo problem. Really do appreciate your opinion on wired and will get there eventually.For now trying to get my head around the basics. Setup went fine (son) but am not getting my albums to list on the duet. have to go to new music to see the albu... 
Wired or wireless duet?
KgturnerThanks for the response. Glad your having such success with your wired system. Don't really understand your other comment."i find it interesting that you'd base your decision to go wireless on 100% testimony that wireless does drop out"Onl... 
Wired or wireless duet?
Thanks! Just wanted to hear from others that went wireless. May as well give it a try. Can always wire if necessary.Steve 
Squeezebox Vs Duet
KanaI'm also interested in the Acopin ps model no.. Would like to get one ordered since I just ordered a duet. Got a great deal that I couldn't pass up.Also, what is the best wiring method. My ht is in a different room so I will hardwire to my rec... 
Squeezebox Vs Duet
KanaThink Tvad referred to the sb3 in his reference to the screen not the duet.TvadThanks for the info. Feel sure the itouch would be an upgrade even from the duet remote. It looks to be very versatile a has tremendous functionality. If I were pla... 
Squeezebox Vs Duet
TvadThanks for the response. REsearching the itouch I can see how a lot would enjoy having one. For me it would just be another remote for the sb.I just want to be able to control the music stored on my hd and have a sound quality upgrade.Kartrace...