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| A better way to stream @fuzztone Neglected to mention Small Green Computer Sonictransporter I9. Checks nearly all the boxes, Sonore Opticalmodule optical out, fast Intel I9 processor, should be able to run high level HQPlayer dsp if desired. Also has on board storage in... | |
| A better way to stream @fuzztone Playing a hard drive on network, NAS. If hard drive in server you have to go through network switch. If not using fiber out from server, things get more complex because the conversion required. However, the ultimate optical setup can... | |
| A better way to stream If Node you're all in one unit, not much to do, you can even use wifi. Something like NUC's with separate dac are next step up from Bluesound. At this point network optimizing can pay off. Basic setup will usually be server/streamer all in one... | |
| How much “suspension of disbelief do you need?” My point was how much one has to work to suspend disbelief, its a matter of degree. Suspension of disbelief intuits some level of mental effort, belief requires no effort. As my system has improved over the years, I find increasingly less mental s... | |
| Run Roon in an iMac or dedicated Mini Upper tier mac minis will easily run all Roon dsp, depending on processor, it may even run most if not all HQPlayer dsp. Your mini could be upgraded into dedicated server at a price and having to diy. If your going to heavy processing, Nucleus... | |
| A better way to stream A streamer as endpoint would be applicable in case of Roon. Other software like Euphony Stylus can also benefit as well. Depending on streamer, many other functions may be available which also may be beneficial. The other advantage as I stated... | |
| How much “suspension of disbelief do you need?” Suspension of belief, how bout truly believing literal presence in room with you. Being fooled into actual belief means one is working less hard at suspending belief. Having live performers in room has always been my goal. The more one's syste... | |
| China built tube amps Yes, US people made their CHOICES long time ago, reason I cannot understand all the anti Chinese sentiment. We voted in our gvt. representatives and with our pocketbooks for the present situation, we should only blame ourselves. @dkzzzz While ... | |
| Cheapest way to enhance SQ with digital streaming Finally had chance for first listen with opticalrendu running off Uptone JS2 LPS. Don't like hyperbole, but this is major upgrade over two TPLInk MC220 with Sotm SMS200 neo (all with LPS). Certainly one of best digital upgrades I've experienced, a... | |
| Do I really need an " Audio Grade Network Switch "? I'd agree I've heard little difference with devices pre server. Its post server where all the meaningful improvements come from. I'm listening to just installed Sonore opticalrendu (powered by Uptone JS2 LPS), wonderful improvement upon SOTM SMS20... | |
| China built tube amps @dkzzzz Such purity will require tossing nearly every single electronic component you possess or interact with. You're supporting commie regimes and all kinds of injustice from all over the world with nearly all your material possessions and purch... | |
| How much “suspension of disbelief do you need?” Certainly recording dependent to some extent. Close miked intimate high resolution recordings sure bring performers in room. Large scale classical orchestras not so much. Also has much to do with imaging, sound stage system able to reproduce. ... | |
| Do I really need an " Audio Grade Network Switch "? To get two ports out of my server (exteme modded mac mini) I assigned/bridged thundebolt port as ethernet port, thunderbolt to ethernet conversion cable, instantly have two ethernet ports. On other servers you could do this with usb ports. Or off ... | |
| Do I really need an " Audio Grade Network Switch "? So much controversy over streaming devices and sound quality. I hear reasoned arguments involving technical issues from both sides. So, I go to the one tried and true method that always provides me with a final judgment when it comes to audio... | |
| Musetec (LKS) MH-DA005 DAC This is all about getting full potential of 005, for us streamers so many avenues, worthwhile to explore the many available. I've owned the 005 for almost year and a half, not a single issue. Dac's in general are one of the most reliable audio... |