soix
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| Verum 2 - dac/amps, cable recommendations I don’t know about the two you mentioned, but I’d compare them to something like the Schiit Magni amp combined with the Modius or Modi Multibit DAC — I much prefer separates myself. For a cable I’d do this — 6N copper and Neutrik plugs, and the H... | |
| Cable upgrade @blisshifi Thanks again for thoughts — very interesting and helpful. I auditioned the Audeze maybe LCD-2? about five years ago and found them a little too laid back in the treble for my tastes (and they were heavy), which eventually led me to Hi... | |
| Cable upgrade Thanks @blisshifi Sounds interesting, and I’ll keep my eyes out for a used pair. My silver LavriCables don’t sound bright, but I wouldn’t mind just a little more heft or tonal fullness in the mids so think I’m gonna try a more neutral copper cab... | |
| Wifi vs ethernet revisited @fastfreight That was interesting and should be viewed by all the IT “experts” here who swear streamers, switches, etc. can’t make a difference because Word documents get transmitted flawlessly. 🙄 I think David Robinson nods off around 13:30 int... | |
| Seeking a Tube preamplifier If the Spatial Raven allows for balance control that could be it, and they offer a trial period. I’d definitely do that. | |
| Headphone cable upgrade Thanks guys. Very helpful, and I’m gonna check all these out. | |
| Thoughts on swapping out Audioquest and Transparent cables for Duelund I prefer a “slightly” warmer sound, and while system is not bright if it were a tad warmer I wouldn’t mind. Given what you’re looking for I can’t recommend these AZ Satori shotgun bi-wire cables strongly enough. I’ve been using them for abou... | |
| Seeking a Tube preamplifier Sounds like you wanna keep the detail of the Bryston but just want a little more meat on the bones and maybe a little tube magic? For that in your price range I’d look at the Atmasphere MP3, LTA MicroZOTL, and Backert Labs Rhumba. All are nicely... | |
| Tube amp/ preamp advice For sound characteristics, my preference is the warm rich sound of tubes, and would prefer to have a setup that doesn't compromise in bass. I wouldn’t recommend LTA as they have a more neutral sound as tubes go and not really warm if that’s wha... | |
| Im going to regret my cable question These will almost certainly be a significant improvement over your current cables and are a screaming bargain at only $350 (retail price was $1200). And if they don’t work out for some reason you can turn around and sell them likely at a profit. I... | |
| Im going to regret my cable question You didn’t answer the most important question — what specific improvements are you looking for from a new cable? | |
| Im going to regret my cable question Completely depends on what specific improvements you’re looking for. | |
| HALO DAC I2S question Did you try all the optional i2S settings for both the Airlens and the CD player? If so you may just be out of luck, and I’d contact Holo for suggestions. It is most likely not the HDMI cable as most will work fine unless you’re using some obscu... | |
| Tube amp/ preamp advice What specific sound characteristics are you looking for (more warm or neutral, etc.) and are most important to you as this will really help narrow things down, what’s your budget, and are you looking for new or used? | |
| I2s cable not working with my DAC Assuming both the Airlens and CD player are outputting an i2S signal, it could be your DAC is not compatible with the specific i2S pin configurations of your sources. Unfortunately there currently is no standard for the i2S connection so some sour... |