soix
Responses from soix
| With I2S how much does the streamer hardware matter? Yes the streamer matters. I’d keep the Lumin and add a DDC like the Denafrips Iris, Musician Pisces, etc. that will allow you to use the i2S input on your DAC. Another Pontus ll owner here added the Iris and realized significant improvements in ... | |
| Is a home theater even worth it or doable? I’d recommend having at least a 5.1 setup, but I’d wire for a 7.2 system since it’s very cheap while the walls are down and gives you the flexibility to expand later if you get the itch. Especially with an 85” screen you want the sound to match t... | |
| Starting from scratch and say $5000 Look at these QLN monitors in great shape and at a nice discount from new. QLN speakers sound very natural and maybe with a slight touch of warmth that you seem to like. Pair them with the Yamaha integrated I mentioned earlier and you’d have a v... | |
| Need to build a headphone system Bring your own music and headphone amp/DAC if you can as it’ll help you get the most out of your visit. Definitely listen to the Hifiman HE1000SE or at least the HE1000v2 if they’re available. I own the Arya Stealths and I’d recommend listening ... | |
| Gustard R26 This reviewer, who I hold in high regard due to his knowledge and breadth of equipment reviews, compares the Gustard R26 favorably to the Denafrips Terminator. That speaks volumes to me, FWIW. https://soundnews.net/sources/dacs/a-new-point-of-r... | |
| Starting from scratch and say $5000 These are fabulous and fatigue-free speakers. https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/649956138-verity-audio-parsifal-speakers-w-upgrades/ Pair them with this integrated and you’ll have phenomenal and sublime sound. https://www.accessories4less.com/... | |
| Adding a Dac and Stresmer @troidelover1499 Try the Zen Mini with a LPS and then report back. The Node is not in the same league as the Zen Mini. And the Innuos Sense app continues to improve and sound even better. | |
| Setting up home office Nice! Can’t go wrong with ATC. | |
| Making speakers “disappear”….. So sounds like you’ve got a near-field setup that many people like because it largely removes the room from the equation. I tend to like room reflections to add spaciousness to the sound, so I place the speakers about 5’ from the back wall and si... | |
| Adding a Dac and Stresmer I think the Pontus II is a great choice. Add the Iris DDC so you can take advantage of its superior i2S input, and check out the new Innuos Pulse Mini streamer and their linear power supply and you’ll be all set. Best of luck. | |
| If you had to narrow your choices to 4 - 5 speakers @willywonka Yeah I didn’t see it either but someone else mentioned them and thought maybe they know something I don’t. Probably not though. | |
| Anyone regretting Pontus 2 firmware upgrade Yeah, I hear ya, but it don’t cost nothing to see if it helps. | |
| Tidal login problem using Oppo Sonica Use the mConnect+ app to access Qobuz. It’s worth the 6 bucks. | |
| Tidal login problem using Oppo Sonica Try Qobuz. It’s better anyway. | |
| If you had to narrow your choices to 4 - 5 speakers If Verity Audio is there they are a must hear. |