soix
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| Looking for advice I think your Zen Mini strategy makes a lot of sense, especially if you have to do this in stages. There’s a Darko review from a couple years back where I think he compares the Zen Mini to the Node (both older models I think) and I believe he pref... | |
| Digital/Etherent Connectivity in the Audiophile World I think you may be overthinking this. The needs of pro and home audio can be quite different and what works for one doesn’t always translate to the other. But, most importantly, if the guys making the the better streamers, etc. found that incorp... | |
| Help finding a subwoofer What’s your budget? Incidentally, I don’t know if you can use onboard DSP if you use high-level inputs. | |
| I’m about to push the button to get 2 SVS 3000 micros to add to ATC SCM40s. The SB1000 Pro is only a little bigger, goes lower, and is cheaper if you can deal with its larger size. That’s all I got. | |
| Looking for advice I’d keep everything separate. If it’s in budget, I’d recommend the Innuos Zen Mk3 as it’s a streamer but you can also load all your CDs into it so no need for a transport and you have access to all your music from your chair in any order or playl... | |
| ATC SCM40s- would you get subs? Yes. Absolutely. But I’d add a pair (and preferably 4) and not just one sub. What many people don’t realize is that subs add so much more than just bass. There’s a ton of music hidden down in the lower octaves, such that the overall soundstage... | |
| Help with USB Cable Option I’m not familiar with the Magnus, but both the Lavri and Supra seem to get really good reviews. I’ve got the Lavri, and although I haven’t been able to compare to the Supra I can just say my streaming with the Lavri sounds notably better than spi... | |
| First Streamer... @johndyson I’m in north Jersey and just switched from Fios to T-Mobile and YouTube TV (even a better deal if you switch to T-Mobile cell service and get their package deal — T-Mobile has been great for both internet and cell service BTW) and savin... | |
| Order of importance and budget percentages I’d spend $20k on speakers, $10k on amp/pre, $10k on source, $5k on cables, and $5k on a power conditioner for a $50k system. Just a rough guideline, but adjust as necessary as overall system balance/synergy is absolutely key. I left out room tr... | |
| Best Examples Of Cymbal Decays On A Recording Also as a drummer, what’s more determinative of cymbals than specific brands is weight. I’ve got a heavy vintage Zidjian ride, two medium-weight Sabina crashes, a fairly light Zildfian hi hats so I get that nice “chick” sound that cuts through. If... | |
| MConnect Player issue I’d say spend the $5.99 for MConnect HD. I did and have no issue playing any of my playlists. | |
| Reminder: how to tell current from an amp's specs? @8th-note I’d just stop here if I was you as it will not end well. You’re simply outgunned here. | |
| IFi Zen Stream with Qobuz @j_andrews Give Qobuz a try. I left Tidal 2 years ago and will never go back. | |
| Rebadging of Streaming Platforms Nothing says lack of character like a battery-powered car. Think, golf cart. Sorry, I know it’s the future but nothing from a battery will replace the thrill of hearing a Ferrari 8-cylinder or a Porsche 6 singing behind my ears. Or even a Ford or ... | |
| First Streamer... More important than a streamer is a DAC. Although I completely agree a DAC is crucial to getting the most out of streaming, I disagree that it’s more important than a streamer. With streaming, IME everything is important and additive so if yo... |