tubeguy76

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Do I Really Need a Dedicated Streamer?
@jssmith Thank you sir, I have a SMSL DAC as well (DO200) and it sounds pretty good to me.  I am on the lookout for a DAC/Streamer to consolidate my system to save on space.   
Do I Really Need a Dedicated Streamer?
@jssmith If you don't mind me asking, what streamer or streamer/dac are you using these days?  I had somebody get pretty upset (not here) when I asked them what they were using after they had a similar take on digital streaming gear.  They had sai... 
DH Labs
@mofimadness Thank you sir, appreciate the help.    
DH Labs
@mofimadness thanks! I may try out some of their Encore wire. What do you use for plugs?  
DH Labs
@mofimadness which cable?  They have three different kinds of AC cable.  
???What's The LEAST Expensive "End Game"Amplifier You've Ever Heard???
I don't know about end game but I quite like my Gato AMP-150 AE  
Friends hi-fi system not very good, what do you do or say?
I may as what they like about it so they can share the reasons for their choices but unless they ask for advice, I'll just say it sounds pretty good.  It's a safe answer.  :D  
Qobuz Connect ??? Is it still in the works?
I haven't heard anything.  I'm probably going to switch back to Tidal.  
Qualio IQ owners, still happy?
The Klipsch give them a run for their money. IQ wins but just about. More on the vocals. Klipsch better on the bass. Basically if it is a vocal focused song then IQ otherwise the Klipsch. I'm not sure if that's good for Klipsch or bad for IQ.  
Upgrading to a stand alone DAC
Do you really find the E70 Velvet to be better than the Qutest?  I have a Qutest but am looking for a DAC with balanced outs.  Maybe I should give one a try.  
How cheap can you go and still be happy with the sound?
It's really hard to say, there are some great affordable pieces of gear out there and they're getting better and better as time goes on.  I would be happy with a $5000 integrated and a $3000 - $5000 set of speakers.  I'd get a decent streaming DAC... 
JK Richards PS Audio DSD MKI transformer upgrade
@jk_richards    Do you need to send in a DAC or is this for a complete DAC?  
Cullen Gold Series Power Box (6 Outlet Receptacle Strip)-Review
I was just looking on the Cullen site for an outlet box.  I assume you bought it direct from them?  How long did it take from order to receipt?  
Comparing Chord Qutest Dac with the Built in Dac in Lumin T3 Streamer
@verdantaudio  Those are the main reasons why I like the Qutest, the depth and detail without being harsh or fatiguing.  But, more width and height is also what I'm after so it seems the 204 may fit the bill.   With Roon, I'm using a Mac Mini as... 
Comparing Chord Qutest Dac with the Built in Dac in Lumin T3 Streamer
@verdantaudio  I have a Qutest and I was looking at the Weiss 204 earlier today as I'm looking for a DAC with balanced outputs.  I haven't heard any Weiss DACs before but I'm curious after reading many positive reviews for what that's worth.  How...