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NY audio show 2022
 I’m surprised at how few exhibitors there are, but there are still several I’d be very interested to hear so I’ll likely go.  Quality trumps quantity.   
Am I Better Off With Limited Low Frequency Speaker In A Small Room?
If your cubical room is a problem you may want to try a diagonal setup in your listening room. I completely agree and I believe the OP is already doing this.  At a show in NYC Jeff Joseph was showing hiswonderful Pulsars in a very small room an... 
Help fine-tune my speaker search
Any particular Proacs that you recommend now? No, not really as I think they’ll all sound really good and share the ProAc sound profile so I’d just try whatever is closest to your price range and ask Johnny R as he obviously knows it all and ca... 
Positioning B&W 802’s with spikes in hardwood?
I’m going to try these that not only make it a cinch to move speakers but several people much prefer them for sonics over spikes… https://herbiesaudiolab.com/products/threaded-stud-glider  
What Digital to Digital Converter Do You Use? Why?
While it obviously can happen in certain cases, I think it’s fair to say people who prefer other connections to i2S are in the minority so for most it would be worth exploring if their DAC has an i2S conncection.   
Class D Amplification Announcement
@pehare What tube amp were you comparing the Atmaspheres  to?  
Boulder 866 vs Gryphon Diablo 300
Almost sounds like the Esoteric was hooked up out of phase.  Congrats on the Luxman.   
Recommendation for Headphones under $250
There’s a pair of Hifiman Sundaras on Amazon being sold in “Like New” condition from a very reputable seller for $240 (retail $299) and you can have them by this Tuesday with free shipping. Great headphones.  Check out this video review.  He also ... 
Class D Amplification Announcement
There’s also the LSA Voyager GaN 350 from Underwood HiFi.   
Sternklang Cables
With a name like Sternklang, it’s got to be good.  Yeesh.   
Streamer creates a Wow experience
@tubeguy76 Thanks for the update and glad it seems to be working out. Yeah I’m very happy with the Pegasus in my HeadFi system, and I get my McCormack amp back from SMcAudio soon with full mods so I’ll definitely have more to say once I get that u... 
Class D Amplification Announcement
I believe that audiophiles are chasing a sharper definition than the real world. In the real world everything just blends together into a wall of sound and through the reverberations of the room. There’s no stereo effect and crystal clear "instru... 
Amps for B&W 805 Diamond: Rogue Audio or Krell, Pass labs, ML, Accuphase
Well, I’d rule out the Medusa for previously mentioned reasons, and I’d rule out McIntosh because the treble will likely be too reserved for your tastes.  I’m not familiar enough with Krell as they seem to have shifted back to their more classic s... 
What Digital to Digital Converter Do You Use? Why?
Other than the Holo DAC I’ve never heard anyone say they preferred another connection to i2S.  Some extra connections are worth making it seems.   
Suggestions for a digital cable.
Congrats!  If you could, let us know what you think once you get it hooked up.