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The DAC Scam - Almost everyone believes the hype
@lanx0003  No idea. I tried the ET3 as they offered 30 day money back    
The DAC Scam - Almost everyone believes the hype
August I upgrade from an Audiolab 6000 CDT to a Shanling ET3. The improvement was not subtle. Actually amazing and only $750  
What type of speaker would sound better?
Clearly several people responding have no clue about bass. I have Emerald Physics 3.0s (2 way 12" open baffle- super efficient) in a large room and get ample bass. If I wanted more I could add 1-2 subs, but that only complicates overall sound repr... 
Integrated amp under $5k
Def check out Technics, It would b on my very short list  
What is a good all around high quality speaker to purchase?
there are plenty of VG-EXC open baffles around. My choice for decades is Emerald Physics though no longer made. Typically available $1000+++  
Problem with CEC transport
Blessing in disguise I owned several CEC transports over the decades. Belt stretching was the issue   FF to late 2024, I bought a Shanling ET3 transport new from their www- MSRP $750. It is amazing  
DAC DIRECT IN TO AMPLIFIER OR TO PREAMPLIFIER
I weigh the cost beyond the dac itself: space/shelf for it, power cord, IC, footers, all of which can easily cost an extra $1000+++ Knowing that from owning several separate dac/pres I was excited to finally buy a Audio Alchemy DDP 1- and 5 month... 
Billie Holiday's Birthday!
Too many to list  
The DAC Scam - Almost everyone believes the hype
@wturkey    I initially bought the the DDP sans the optional outboard power supply (only because the seller didn't have one). I knew from past experience that a quality PS was a huge improvement. After many months, I decided to contact AA direct... 
Shanling ET-3 owners - a couple of questions, please
Odd, I replied to this thread weeks ago, but it's not here. I upgraded from a Audiolab 6000 CDT, which was great value- bought it for $325 including shipping, but the ET3 is in a whole nother league. IMO the weak link is the lid which has mechanis... 
Retirement integrated amp for a “fiscal conservative”
Technics SLG 700 Mk 22  
What's in your CDP tonight? the minority report
Phoebe Snow Poetry Man  
What would you save in a fire?
First and foremost,  ME, everything else can be replaced  
Revisiting Chinese Knockoff Cables
@musiclover1    Until today, I have not been getting updates since you asked for the VeraFi link https://verafiaudiollc.com/products/vibration-black-hole   They have quite a few excellent value products IE the Snubway, even with 20amp dedicat... 
I need a physically flat or small subwoofer....
Check out VeraFI Audio subwoofer offerings- excellent value and small