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| I have perfected my network for the nth time Thanks for the details @singingg and well said! | |
| I have perfected my network for the nth time Add my Wow! to the list. That is a thorough analysis and gives me a lot to ponder on my system. I'm currently running optical from the router to the streamer to replace a 50 foot run of ethernet which made a huge difference. | |
| Returning to audiophilism after 20 years: a little guidance would be nice :-) @pieterkadijk Hopefully it will turn into a learning experience for your daughter when she hears what music can really sound like! | |
| Xangsane XS-1001Ag silver coax SPDIF cable @dekay +1 | |
| Digitally recorded vinyl vs streaming I read the review of the iFi Audio NEO Stream that @wsrrsw mentioned and one thing intrigued me. The support for direct optical connection, I currently run optical from my router to my Bluesound box with transceivers at each end to replace the 50... | |
| What's the point of reviewing? @mirolab +1 | |
| Tube Preamp, uses 6sn7/6sl7. With or Without Phono; With or Without Remote Volume, I just bought the Icon Audio LA4 MKIII with the Signature upgrades. Very pleased with it. It does not have a phono stage. Bought it through Audioarcana in Canada. Warren was great to deal with. It was a TAS Product of the Year. | |
| What's the point of reviewing? I agree @8th-note and @testpilot Found my new preamp: Icon Audio LA4 MKIII from a review and Product of Year selection in TAS. There are very few retailers who handle it. Very pleased with it to say the least. | |
| Mobile Fidelity Settlement Update @stjernholm Great presentation and overview on the reality of master tapes. Also great attitude adjustment: Just enjoy the music! | |
| Puron Plug-in AC Power Conditioner by Greg Voth @kennymacc There's a fairly active thread discussing it here: https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/the-best-plug-in-filter-ever | |
| Any Dealings With This Company? Didn't mean to imply any experience with this particular company but the red flags you mention (crypto currency or direct wire) would have me very skeptical. But being a UK company they probably mainly have equipment designed for 230 volt mains. ... | |
| Any Dealings With This Company? Yea, I would tread carefully. Also need to check that the main input voltage is US compatible. | |
| What does it take to be a die hard Beatles fan? @fac Ringo still tours with his All Star Band. | |
| What does it take to be a die hard Beatles fan? @hoosierinohio Very well put! | |
| Returns I returned a pair of speakers to Cruchfield and later noticed a pair come up on their open box area, I assume these were the ones I returned. I think they are one of the more reputable dealers out there. My experiences with Amazon however . . . I... |