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peachtree amp vs. traditional amp
@bubba12Can you expand on why you grew tired of the Devialet. I am considering this integrated for a future system just for the convenience factor. I have heard this unit and it was OK. I rationalized the convenience would override the OK sound I ... 
peachtree amp vs. traditional amp
I was also wondering if the Peachtree would sound cold and sterile since I bought it used without an audition from A'Gon. I was pleasantly surprised that it did not sound that way. I have had some amps back in the day that did sound cold and steri... 
peachtree amp vs. traditional amp
I recently changed my office system from KEF LS50 speakers + Parasound A23 amp + Benchmark DAC2 HGC to the following, KEF LS50 + Peachtree Nova 150.The sound is clearer and better in my opinion over the prior combination. The Peachtree also has a ... 
Ethernet Capable DACs
This DAC seems like one i need to investigate for Ethernet, Hegel HD30.http://www.soundstagehifi.com/index.php/equipment-reviews/923-hegel-music-systems-hd30-digital-to-an... 
looking for a new pre/amp or integrated amp
@dougmintThe Thread is really just a question I asked to pick the brains of the digital experts around here. No one has replied with any new info that I was seeking,https://forum.audiogon.com/discussions/ethernet-capable-dacsI am going to start in... 
looking for a new pre/amp or integrated amp
Let me also add that the beauty of the Sonnare products is that a noisy computer does not matter. SInce the Ethernet-to-usb isolated that for you. The computer becomes a black box in the audio chain. I am currently listening to music from my serve... 
looking for a new pre/amp or integrated amp
If you buy one of the Sonnare Ethernet-to-USB products, such as the SonicOrbiter or microRendu you sort of have Ethernet to your DAC. I have both products getting wired Ethernet to my DACs via USB. I also use a PowerLine adapter to extend my Ether... 
Luxman L-509X
@pokey77 2 days is about right for these shows. It is a 2 hour drive with traffic for me but I think I will do 2 days this time. The show is supposed to move from the airport location to closer to Newport. I think the location is still undecided.  
Luxman L-509X
@jafant"mrose@excelaudio.us949-933-1599. Hours are Monday - Sun 10-6, Evening. Appointments are available as well.Best Regards, Mike Rose" @pokeySounds like mike rose is the guy you met at Excel.I asked him about the m900u and c900u units a year a... 
Luxman L-509X
@Pokey77Thanks for the feedback. Sounds like a good sounding unit and a beautiful one at that. I have found a store to sell me a pair of Yamaha NS 5000 speakers for my office. Now all I need is an integrated.amp and a DAC. The Luxman is likely my ... 
Kii3
Audiohigh has a great Blade setup. At least they did a few years ago when it was in the main room run by the very expensive Chord gear. I listened to that setup for more that 2 hours. Interesting that the OP liked the Kii3 more. I wonder if they h... 
Audiophile Setup with an Iphone 7
The Hegel integrated/DACs have special circuitry for IPhone. I believe my Peachtree Nova 150 integrated also has special iPhone circuitry, but I have never tried it.The Peachtree is a pretty good unit. I am loving it in my office setup. 
Looking for speaker recommendations that I can purchase on Amazon.com
BTW - people who are stating that Amazon is no place to buy high end gear have not researched what is sold on Amazon. Some of the best speakers in the world are sold there. Take a closer look, but you will pay MSRP. 
Looking for speaker recommendations that I can purchase on Amazon.com
KEF LS50 wireless (active) and you are done.https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_i_1_9?url=search-alias%3Delectronics&field-keywords=kef+ls...OrKEF LS50 passive like I own driven by Peachtree Nova 150. Amazing combo. https://www.amazon.com/s/... 
Luxman L-509X
I really like the idea of tone controls and a loudness control. I sometimes listen late at night while my toddler is asleep and it is sometimes difficult to get the desired volume.  My office is also not that big so the tone controls would help ou...