tomcy6

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Tubeyist sounding Pre-amp?
If you want a tubey sounding preamp, you probably don't want an ARC preamp.  The 6H30 tube that they use is definitely not classic tube or warm or euphonic sounding.  I know that someone could build a preamp using it that is those things, but ARC ... 
Will audio streaming devices push out computer audio?
2psyop,  I think you need to talk to support at Bluesound.  If you can't find your answer on the forums send them an email and they will get back to you.   support@bluesound.com 
Audio Research Ref 150se vs Ref75se on Martin Logan Renaissance 15a.
The MLs have an impedance of  .52 ohms at 20khz.  Technically they need a powerful solid state amp that doubles output at 4 ohms and again at 2 ohms to drive them properly, but many people find that a lower powered ss or tube amp works for them.  ... 
Tidal streaming 192.0Khz/24it?
Tidal streams at 44.1/16 for $20 a month or mp3 for $10 a month. They have said that they were going to work with MQA to provide high-res (greater than 44.1/16) streaming, but last I heard that was on hold.Streaming services often call 44.1/16 res... 
Will audio streaming devices push out computer audio?
I think that streaming will become what most people use. You will be able to buy downloads if you want, but why buy a download if you can always stream the same album with the same quality? Bandwidth for streaming and storage capacity keeps increa... 
What is the current equivalent to the Logitech streamers?
Bluesound Node 2 would work.  Wifi works fine in my home.  It's Tidal and Spotify ready.  Has a pretty good app that works with both Apple and Android tablets. It has analog and digital outputs (it has a Dac built in but you can bypass it).  It co... 
Controlling Bluesound Node 2 - problem using Samsung devices.
Glad you got your problem fixed.  Thanks for the tips.  Enjoy! 
Your Go to CD to Impress
If you want a sonic spectacular, try one of the last three of the Moody Blues’ core seven on SACD. Huge soundstages, a constantly changing soundscape with lots of effects, great guitar riffs, wide dynamic range. The 1997 remasters may be as good, ... 
Controlling Bluesound Node 2 - problem using Samsung devices.
Hi willie,I have my Node 2, downloaded the app to my Samsung tablet and am listening to/navigating internet radio with no problem.  I don't have a NAS but I have a little music on my computer.  When I go into Settings and ask it to Find Network Sh... 
Any News on MQA Lately?
Yeah Erik,  I think I misread the Stereophile measurements completely.  I now believe all three filters are without MQA so I deleted all my posts so that I don't spread misinformation.  
Why pay so much for super high end?
What I don't understand is why people like the OP don't start a speaker company and make a fortune putting all the frauds out of business. 
Controlling Bluesound Node 2 - problem using Samsung devices.
I've got a Bluesound coming and I've got a Samsung tablet.  If I can get it all working, or not, I'll get back to you with my experience. 
Who has tried "TIDAL" vs other streaming applications?
...or the people who make the music.  If you enjoy rock especially, you really don't want to know what kind of people many of them are. 
Sony Hapz1es or blue sound.......
Don't anyone get angry, I'm not sure about this, but here is a quote from a 2014 review:   "the HAP-Z1ES also has a built-in Internet radio tuner. Called the “V-Tuner,” this feature includes the ability to search for Internet radio stations by gen... 
Mose Allison passes ...
Goodbye to Mose, a great artist.  If this keeps up, which it will, of course, we're going to need a separate Obituaries forum to keep up.