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Digital streaming options for my system are confusing
Thanks for all the feedback. So leaning to the Node2i via an optical to my receiver. Wireless will allow everyone who has my wireless password and streaming can play yes? I however can stream/buy high quality audio files if I choose? 
Digital streaming options for my system are confusing
None of us really want to admit we own Jonny Mathis Christmas albums...  
Digital streaming options for my system are confusing
I appreciate the love for the Node. Going to do it. My only stored digital files are about 500 CD's that I burned about 10 years ago. All my recent music buys have been vinyl but when I need to stream holiday music and my best option is an iPod to... 
Digital streaming options for my system are confusing
32-196 kHz at 32 bit. I am doing my research but should I be focused on the 32 bit stream capacity 
Digital streaming options for my system are confusing
I checked my owners manual and the optical and coax are only to 96 but via usb it does handle up to 192. I am willing to invest to optimize so are there specific cables and other details I should consider? 
Will decent speakers always out do headphones?
I agree with George's jumbled mess comment. That's exactly how it feels. Speakers turned up feel great. Even at a loud volume its calming. Headphones turned up are detailed and take away the background noise but don't have the same feel. If there ... 
Will decent speakers always out do headphones?
I would appreciate feedback specifically on my system. I don't want this thread to go off track. Macintosh MAC6700 using the integrated pre headphone amp with the Prima headphones. To me the headphones sounded thin. Is this a symptom or a general ... 
Will decent speakers always out do headphones?
The sound from my speakers is like a (heavy blanket on a cold winter night :-) Joking but its the best I can put together at my time.I wonder how many of us that spend big dillars would not want that same feeling on a flight to ...  
Will decent speakers always out do headphones?
So, just in reply to all. Why are headphones not the answer? I spent thousands on my speakers that I cant listen too when I want? Unless you have a family don't judge..... When I have that space when I can open up my system its like magic. I can o... 
Will decent speakers always out do headphones?
Sorry if that post came across wrong regarding the skin thing. I totally agree. Listening to the Beatles white album for the first time in ages. I see it and still think there must be a way to make good headphones replicate the full sound. 
Will decent speakers always out do headphones?
I'm really going to take the whole music through the skin thing to heart. Makes me think of Bull Durham (breathe through the eyelids) but seriously. I never really thought of that but its real. I play concert and jazz trumpet and now that you guys... 
Will decent speakers always out do headphones?
I get what you are saying regards to detail. I could definitely hear tiny nuances such hand claps etc (in live recordings) that might not have been as pronounced through the speakers but as far as the general sound size (does this make sense?) its... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
The Cure acoustic hits. One of the best vinyl focused re-releases in years IMO 
Amp/Preamps vs. High end AV Receivers
I was in your spot debating my options. I went with a MAC6700 integrated receiver. I am totally satisfied. You can find them in the $5K range 
Best way to power multiple channels/rooms with an integrated Amp?
I will check out the ParaSound. I mentioned the Yamaha integrated. What are your opinions there? I also like the looks of the McIntosh MA5300 but I don't think there is a A/B speaker option. Would a distribution amp still be the way to go? Unfortu...