wlutke

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Bluesound Node volume pot setting for an integrated amp
I use the optional Node remote to pause or power off (stop streaming). Otherwise just pause play in the ap or at the Node itself.  To turn it on I find it convenient to push a Tunein Radio preset 1 - 10 while all the gear gets up and running. Remo... 
Bluesound Node volume pot setting for an integrated amp
I use the Node volume control because it has finer steps than my integrated. I can get stuck in a too loud, too soft situation otherwise. With the Node wide open I set the integrated at my listening max and lower it from there with the Node. It’s ... 
Happy Thoughts - Acoustic Zen Crescendo II and Luxman l-505uxii
Thanks. Here’s hoping this "review" helps AZ owners researching an amp. One more option.  
Go get out your pitchforks, I’ve done a sacrilegious thing. . .
Another convert here.  I have the Max for three weeks now.  It does work well for bad acoustics, no speaker placement options and no room treatments allowed crowd.  Remote presets!  Priceless.    
VPI Scout 1.1 parts to upgrade HW~19
There must be a few variants of the HW-19 MK4.  Mine (1995) has the delrin/aluminum/cork platter from the factory.  Have the SDS and SAMA.  Had a sapphire thrust plate and ceramic bearing added for a HUGE upgrade.  It's a  black hole noise floor. ... 
Just got a new Bluesound Node. Very disappointed!
I own and have upgraded the power supplies in both the 2i and n130.  I’ll pre qualify my observations -  I’m streaming Tunein radio and Spotify, not the ultra fidelity services.  Entry level.  Anyway, stock the 2i has a warmer, cozier presentation... 
Why do hipsters prefer analog?
Retro.  Everything old is new again.    
low bass response
If it's the room or listening spot, walking around should answer your question.  There will be nodes.    
This is good Schiit...
If you get stuck, the other budget power supply is a Meanwell gsm40b05-p1j . About $25, widely available. English installation instructions are Here.  
This is good Schiit...
audiofreak32, ”I ordered the best unit that PD Creative had... only a few hundred cost w/ the best external PS.  I will give that a try.” If you ordered this Power supply it’s 220 volt.    
This is good Schiit...
Like you, I found almost no difference between the internal and external Orchid DAC. With a power board upgrade and budget PS (PD Creative) there is a substantial difference in each. The internal DAC jumps to a new level. Well worth 105 US $ . The... 
The review wehave been promising is up
wow  
Does a REL subwoofer make the speakers' job easier?
Does the REL high level connection make the speakers job easier?  Well, no.  Neither option 1 or 2 makes the speakers job easier.  Option 1 may make the amps job easier.   Option 2 may make the sub integrate more seamlessly.    
What are we objectivists missing?
As far as cables go, I’ve never seen a graph of inductance, capacitance, impedance and the resulting phase shift and amplitude for a complete range of frequencies, input voltages and current draw.  So, as a consumer, how do I objectively compare c... 
Wall Art
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