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Unable to load files to Sony HAP-Z1ES thru network
I do not use the Sony Music Transfer program with my HAPZ1ES, I use Windows explorer and just drag and drop.  I also upload the files to the Sony in batches, about 20GB at a time and never had any problems, lock-ups or otherwise.  It is not advios... 
Curious what people think is the best "value" high end speaker (~5K to 15K)
I understand the Gold Note XT-7 speakers are supposed to be excellent from the reviews I have read. I have never heard them but I did own a Gold Note phono cartridge and loved the sound. I believe there was an ad for them here by parts xconnection... 
Whats playing on your system today?
Ronny James Dio, "The Last In Line"  Collective Soul, "Hints, Allegations & Things Left Unsaid"both on digital 
Anyone compared GoldenEar Triton 7 with Triton Reference?
@otinkyad...……………………………………………When I say its not a good comparison, you are comparing a pair of 8.5K speakers to a pair with a sub that are less than 3K. The T7 use two 4.5 inch midrange drivers compared to the T Ref which uses 2 six inch drivers. ... 
What AV stand is this?
I stand corrected. 
What AV stand is this?
I believe it is a McIntosh display stand.  
Unable to load files to Sony HAP-Z1ES thru network
I have the same Sony and do not have that problem.  I have loaded many hi res files at once and haven’t endured what you are saying. Do you have the latest firmware that was released a month or 2 ago?  Have you tried transferring the files using t... 
Anyone compared GoldenEar Triton 7 with Triton Reference?
Why would anyone compare the lowest end speaker (Triton7) with the top speaker(Triton Ref)?  It’s like comparing a minivan to a sports car.   The Triton Ref gives you all of GE house sound, deepest and most impact bass, a smooth midrange able to p... 
Best Rocking Speakers 15K and Under
Congrats on the Legacy speakers.  I have always loved their sound.  If my living room could accommodate them, I would own a pair of Aeris.  
Kenwood KA 8100 Int Amp Inquiry Re : restoring
Your Kenwood Integrated is over 40 years old! I sold them around 1974-76. I would definitely have the amp recapped. By the way, the KA8100 was decent, but nothing special. I remember the sound getting very compressed and thin at higher volumes.  I... 
Would MA5300 Integrated be Worthwhile Upgrade
@ppack...…………………………..The quality of the output transformers is what makes the McIntosh house sound.  The electricity passing through the transformers gives the classic sound.  That integrated is their entry level amp.  Originally I was going to bu... 
Would MA5300 Integrated be Worthwhile Upgrade
That Mac Integrated does not have the output transformers which gives you the McIntosh house sound.   
What are you using as a controller for your audio system?
I use a Sony HAPZ1ES Music Server.  All files are in FLAC or DSD. It plays through a Mac C2500 preamp. I also use an Esoteric SACD Player quite often.   
Starke IC-H5 Elite Floor standing speakers....
I believe either Stereophile or TAS reviewed them earlier this year.  They were well received.  
Whats playing on your system today?
Pink Floyd, “A Collection Of Great Dance Songs”   On vinylNirvana, “Bleach”   On vinylMiles Davis, “Kind Of Blue”    MFSL  SACDJohn Coltrane, “Both Directions At Once” (The Lost Album)   On CD