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| Benchmark LA4 vs Linear Audio Tube microZOTL Preamplifier (Level 2) Installed the Gold Lion tubes a few days ago and let the system adjust. Performed the critical listening test tonight. I was expecting little or no improvement. The first few passive listening sessions were a bit of a disappointment. Started off ... | |
| R2R next? Don't like ESS Schiit Bifrost 2/64 is decent and only $600 here https://www.usaudiomart.com/details/650169946-schiit-audio-bifrost-264-version-black/ . Don't like the click between songs when the transfer rate changes. PS Audio DirectStream Mk1 can be found... | |
| Benchmark LA4 vs Linear Audio Tube microZOTL Preamplifier (Level 2) I have listened to the Ray Reserve tubes for the past week. The improvement I heard from the LA4 to the LTA MicroZOTL was matched by the improvement with the RR. Still waiting for the Gold Lion to arrive. It sounds like LTA will be offering Ray Se... | |
| Retirement integrated amp for a “fiscal conservative”…..Part 1: I have a plan Take a look at a Pass Labs INT-25 or INT-60. Used would save you lot of money. | |
| Got Innuous, now a DAC I would suggest one of the Schiit DACs. I had a Bifrost 2/64 and liked it a lot. PS Audio was decent too. The team at the Music Room could help identify a nice fit for your system. | |
| Which inexpensive speaker cables... I have had great luck with Pine Tree Audio USB cables. I would expect their speaker cables would be comparable. I use WBC speaker cable and interconnects (XLR and RCA). Here is a 20' run that might work for you. https://www.amazon.com/WORLDS-B... | |
| Tube Sound With Equalization? I sold my Benchmark and got a LTA MicroZOTL Level 2. Thought I would keep the Benchmark and switch out, but after hearing the MicroZOTL for a week decided to sell the LA4. Waiting to try some upgraded tubes from LTA for even more improvement. | |
| Innuos Pulse versus Zenith Mk3 @audiotroy Thanks for the information. I have a few friends that have tried Roon over the past couple of years and they have all moved away from it for a variety of reasons. I have no interest in trying Roon myself. The Aeon sounds interesting, bu... | |
| Innuos Pulse versus Zenith Mk3 @zlone The format is FLAC. The connection is a Cat 8 ethernet. | |
| Streamer + DAC help: Bluesound vs Eversolo (vs Others) I had problems with Bluesound, Cambridge, and Eversolo (A6). The product support for the Eversolo was by far the worst I have ever experienced in audio. I moved up the audio chain significantly by going with Innuos for the streamer and Bricasti ... | |
| RCA Interconnect recommendations The https://www.thecableco.com/ recommendation is probably your best place to start. I have not tried their program, but I have looked at the site many times and have been impressed with the choices and prices. I may dip my toes into some higher... | |
| If you HAD to purchase a used (over 4 years old) DAC, what would it be? Bricasti M1 upgraded to the M1S2 | |
| Benchmark LA4 vs Linear Audio Tube microZOTL Preamplifier (Level 2) @robshaw I truly understand. While I am retired, I am active in two groups (one Board), plus creative writing, woodworking, and honey-doos. It keeps me busy. The addition of the SPL Crossover is perhaps the single biggest improvement for my sys... | |
| Benchmark LA4 vs Linear Audio Tube microZOTL Preamplifier (Level 2) @robshaw Hi Robert. My Acoustats are inefficient speakers (83 db) and do not generate exceptional bass. When I first purchased the speakers I added a Vandersteen 2W subwoofer that supplemented the bass and that was a good solution for many years... | |
| Benchmark LA4 vs Linear Audio Tube microZOTL Preamplifier (Level 2) @soix Thank you for the note. LTA does some burn in prior to shipping, but also recommends 50 to 75 hours of additional time. They also have a 30 day at home trial period, with the caveat of keeping the unit for a minimum of 14 days to insure th... |