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| Fairly new to streaming. Where to start? @lalitkNot 10K. Two excellent sreramers I already mentioned are half that and all that. 4.5K for a LUMIN T2 with a built in DAC (4.8K with added Sboooster external power supply) or the PS audio DirectStream DAC on sale this month for 4.8K. artemu... | |
| Fairly new to streaming. Where to start? artemus_5What software do you use to rip? Mac or Windows? | |
| Fairly new to streaming. Where to start? artemus_5 Looked at your system. Very nice!If you get a LUMEN T2 the sound will be close (maybe better) to your beloved vinyl. Yes it’s double your stated budget but here’s a case of getting what you pay for. The top PS audio unit also excellent. ... | |
| What other Hobbies or Interests Do You Have? Live music! Lot's of it.BicyclingWaiting time on the internet. | |
| What is the most FUN pair of speakers you've ever had and why? ADS l810 speakers and the Braun 810 speaker's were fun fun fun as I had no T-Bird. The Phase linear amp may have something to do with it. Ignorance was bliss. | |
| Seriously considering tube preamp…opinions? +100 on tvad Tube Amp(s)!Anther +1 on a Primaluna integrated. New or used. | |
| Which is the most important part of a stereo system? The room. I’ve head so-so systems sound wonderful in a great room and amazing gear in a poor room sound meh. Everything matters absolutely but the rooms acoustics make it all possible. | |
| Help me understand John Coltrane .... seriously. And AhOn Coltrane '58: The Prestige Recordings "Lush Life" and "I want to talk about you". They are on Qobuz On Coltrane Plays The Blues try the iconic "Mr. Syms" (on Qobuz too).Then pease listen to all of these albums or if not for you then chacu... | |
| Help me understand John Coltrane .... seriously. Please listen to "Theme For Ernie", "Body And Soul" and "My Favorite Things" that will make him easy to step into or forgetaboutit. Duke Ellington & John Coltrane "In a sentimental mood" also a singular gem. John Coltrane for many is quintesse... | |
| Suggestions for a top flight streamer/Dac around the $2000 mark? +2 Mytec BrooklynFir 2 times yr budget Lumin T2. For the price nothing comes close. | |
| Asking suggestion for $15,000 audio system for classical music In short, it's not all about the gear.The better your room or better put the bettering of your room the better your system will sound. Over the years the best sounding systems (not necessarily expensive ones) have always been in great rooms. Beyon... | |
| Thoughts/Advice on replacing a 20 year old system +1 On the Lumin T2 with it’s built in DAC. Maybe pair that with a PrimLuna Integrated. Simple, done and well with in budget. All new stuff may be a good way to go? Easy and less stuff.If tubes not for you then maybe a Hegel integrated amplifier, ... | |
| Streamers with best apps? cleeds I'm a curated and tweaked playlist type and that's what I'd like now (easy to make and edit lists) that high res streaming abounds. Soundiz can export iTunes playlists but only finds music that Qobuz or Tidal has.Yes iTunes sure has/had it... | |
| Streamers with best apps? Apple Music and iTunes before that are/were the gold standard. So far nothing else has come close.I use a Lumin T2 and IMO the native software needs updating/overhauling. I'm hopeful Lumin will work with Qobuz & Tidal for a better interface. B... | |
| Which of these power cords ? Laspada Audio. Very good and well made with rhodium coated IEC connectors. They also sell (new) for less on ebay. 14,12 or 10 gauge.Have a set on system. |