sls883
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Which HDMI cable for I2S? @big_greg I don't have my DH Labs cable, yet. Apparently, it's direct shipping from DH Labs. Upscale Audio sent a shipping notice, but they want me to download an app just to get a shipping date. I'll just wait for it. | |
Aftermarket fuse to tame a bright system? @bolong I tried several tubes in my LTA MicroZOTL preamp. Telefunken, Siemens, Brimar Yellow T, Philips, etc. The Telefunken are the more detailed/bright of the bunch, but they sound the best in my opinion. They didn't play well with silver cab... | |
Which HDMI cable for I2S? @big_greg Did you do any a/b comparisons between a cheap cable like the Monoprice and the DH Labs? | |
Relaxed/Analog sounding DAC for under $10k (used or new) I haven't heard one, but the Linear Tube Audio Aero dac would be worth looking at. It seems to meet your requirements. I have their MicroZOTL preamp and I really like it. | |
Which HDMI cable for I2S? @baylinor Interesting. I have a DH Labs cable ordered. I may give the Purist Audio cable a try. | |
Upgrading to a stand alone DAC @baylinor I do have a tube preamp, but it's not real tubelike. It's a Linear Tube Audio MicroZOTL preamp. Solid state amp. I have selected cables, etc that work with the R26. I think it comes down to personal preference. I think they are both... | |
Which HDMI cable for I2S? @baylinor Is that the Diamond Revision cable? | |
Upgrading to a stand alone DAC @baylinor My Gustard R26 is anything but dark. Not all lacking in detail or clarity. Not in my setup, anyway. | |
Gustard U18 with Gustard R26 dac? @soix I've done enough listening now to feel safe saying the U18 was a worthwhile addition. It's added a bit of clarity/detail and realism to what already sounded quite good. No additional harshness. This is with the $15 Monoprice hdmi cable. I... | |
Which HDMI cable for I2S? @kingbr I'm currently using an Air Matrix between my dac and preamp. Also between my SACD player and preamp. I think it's a great cable. | |
Which HDMI cable for I2S? @curiousjim Upscale Audio gives a pretty good description of the cable construction. It appears to be a great value. | |
Upgrading to a stand alone DAC I have a NAD C542 and Marantz CD6006 cd player in boxes. I got a black Friday deal on a Denon DCD-1700NE sacd player and it's a lot better than them. I know you asked about dacs, but it's something to consider. I have a Gustard R26 dac that I'm u... | |
Which HDMI cable for I2S? @soix I realized that the Monoprice cable that I'm using is HDMI 2.0 and it works. Upscale Audio has a DH Labs Silver HDMI 2.0B for $70 with free shipping. I'm going to give it a try. 1/2 meter long. | |
Which HDMI cable for I2S? @soix I'm honestly not expecting much, but I figure it's worth a try. A $110 cable may not be much different than the Monoprice. What I have now sounds really good. | |
Which HDMI cable for I2S? @soix I'm very pleased with the addition. I'm hearing a little more detail/clarity and realism. I've been listening to my familiar music and I'm hearing more of the quiet subtle instruments. There's no additional harshness or edginess that you s... |