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| Any audiophile use computer (MacBook) as your audio streaming source? If you already own a DAC that has a good clock, galvanic isolation and all the I/O ports you want, you don’t really need a DDC. @devinplombier My experience along with many others here is a bit different. Adding a DDC can provide a better sign... | |
| Proac Response 3.8 stereo imaging is not centered Congrats on finding the issue — must be a relief knowing what it is and that there is a replacement available. Great idea to go with factory unit just for peace of mind and especially if you might wanna resell them down the road. | |
| Any audiophile use computer (MacBook) as your audio streaming source? But a purpose-built computer absolutely does. Usually this means a machine you build yourself of thoughtfully selected components, and properly set up and configured OS and software. @devinplombier That’s probably true, but how many people her... | |
| Open baffle speakers Also, I am of the opinion that when sound is coming from the rear and bouncing willy-nilly about the room, it may give a sense of depth to the soundstage but can’t really be good for imaging compared to a nice closed-back point or line source, or... | |
| Open baffle speakers +1 @coralkong I’ve heard Spatial speakers on several occasions and they never sounded bass shy even without subs — on the contrary the bass sounded excellent. 100% agree almost all box speakers benefit greatly from a couple subs as well so that’s... | |
| Any audiophile use computer (MacBook) as your audio streaming source? Use your noisy MacBook Pro, no problem. I use a noisy crappy computer too. However, you need a moat in front of your DAC so that the analog noise before the moat does not travel up the USB cable into the DAC. @yyzsantabarbara Out of curiosity, ... | |
| Any audiophile use computer (MacBook) as your audio streaming source? Re computer vs. streamer, once you get an external DAC, the streamer (with built-in DAC) argument evaporates...IMHO, streamers are utterly overpriced for what they are, and you have to take the DAC that the manufacturer slaps in there. The whole ... | |
| Integrated Tube Amp approx. $2,500 If you’re looking for a more neutral sounding tube integrated this Octave V40SE if still available is excellent and well worth a look. Best of luck. https://www.ebay.com/itm/226058312309 | |
| Rel T/7x sub sound improvement but… Sounds like you have possibly both the crossover and volume on the sub set too high. If you want to get better results it takes a little work upfront but well worth it, and once it’s done you’re done. First, you want to find the place in your ro... | |
| Gold coated brass speaker spades @czarivey Your last post is telling and not even worthy of a response. Suffice it to say your opinion is in the vast minority here, but you enjoy your Mogami and Kimber 8tc cables and whatever power cords — the rest of us know (and hear) better. | |
| Sound insulation advice for home theater room in middle of the house? You are welcome to start with the construction of my house of stereo under my system details. The double sheetrock with green glue sandwich for walls and ceiling plus offset studs construction would be a good start. That’s a good start, but res... | |
| Gold coated brass speaker spades These truths do also reveal that for audio applications the differences will be so small that most of consumers won't notice and purchase fakes with happiness. @czarivey No, it does not reveal any such thing. Unless someone compared the Chin... | |
| new member, some questions, need help please I don’t think those older inverted-dome metal tweeters are competitive with today’s better designs and will likely need to be tamed by electronics/cables. I’d go listen to some of Wilson’s more recent designs with a silk dome tweeter and see what ... | |
| Power cord upgrade I’ve been impressed by reviews of some direct sellers that are worth exploring as they offer high value and generous free trials. On the lower end there’s the Ice Age OFC “Frankencable” and on the pricier side there’s the Snake River Signature bo... | |
| Sound insulation advice for home theater room in middle of the house? This book has a lot of great info. Chapters 6, 10, and 11 in particular would be helpful for tips on room design with instructions any competent contractor could follow. http://www.gedlee.com/downloads/HT/Home_theater.pdf |