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| Rebadging of Streaming Platforms I do think I would be much more likely to spend money on a DAC (up to a point) than the streamer. If you listen to people who’ve built streaming systems it’s pretty clear that everything matters, and matters a lot. Cheap out on the streamer i... | |
| Reminder: how to tell current from an amp's specs? I defer to Ralph for, well, everything but thought I’d dumb it down for the rest of us. To me, a big honkin’ transformer (sorry Ralph) and the ability to double down to 4 Ohms and maybe double again down to 2 Ohms is a good indication an amp has ... | |
| IFi Zen Stream with Qobuz @jackd You are correct. My cable has one USB A and one USB B connector on each end so I’m sure they can make it that way if desired. | |
| Most Expensive Headphones In The World Not a bad deal if they come with the girl. | |
| Rebadging of Streaming Platforms Even if true, as with all things in audio implementation has a huge impact on the ultimate results. | |
| IFi Zen Stream with Qobuz Just to clarify, the LavriCable has just one connector at both ends. | |
| Looking for Recommendations: Best Wireless, Hi-Res, Closed Back, Over-the-ear Headphone Not sure if this would be your cuppa, but the Hifiman HE-R9 is another option… https://store.hifiman.com/index.php/he-r9.html | |
| Help With Small Room Speaker Decisions. I like with subs that I could add DSP and such alleviating possible issues in such a small space. Bingo! That’s what I’d do. Trying to deal with larger speakers in that room could be tough, and a pair of small subs like the SVS SB1000 Pros th... | |
| IFi Zen Stream with Qobuz I’d highly suggest this LavriCable USB cable as it’s one of the few you’ll find in your price range that physically separates the data and power legs. https://www.lavricables.com/cables/ultimate-silver-dual-headed-usb-interconnect-cable/ | |
| Power Cables - Stock vs. Budget +1 @twoleftears then a good power conditioner. I bought a used Audience AR1p and a Wiremold power strip that now powers my whole system on the cheap. Then worry about outlets. Here’s a great comparison of top outlets — I personally like the Mae... | |
| NAD M23 Stereo Amplifier: Best Amp Ever Bench Tested?!? +1 @bill_k | |
| need a new IC cable ( rca ) What’s your budget, and are you looking for new or used? Why not just get another Purest IC? | |
| Temporary Down Sizing - Integrated Amp Recommendations You’ve gotta ask yourself if burning tubes to watch movies is something you desire. Plus, from what I’ve read both the Yammy and Luxman both exhibit sound characteristics similar to your T+A gear while giving you a nice retro look in the bargain (... | |
| AVR Took A Dirt Nap - Looking To Upgrade I'm starting to consider separates as an option. I know that's a more expensive option, but I think it will improve the resolution of the Hales and add more separation with the surrounds. Good idea, but if music is important I’d recommend a goo... | |
| Recommendation for Headphones The Moon cable is designed for a warm, musical presentation, so the only concern would be if between that and your amp if that may or may not be too much of a good thing? If you’d rather just pass on the sound characteristics your amp produces yo... |