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EtherREGEN or LHY SW-6? Anyone compare the 2? Thoughts/opinions?

Hi, All,

So just when I was ready to pull the trigger on the EthgerREGEN, at the last minute I came across the LHY SW-6. Thanks to all who took the time to respond to my previous post about adding an Ethernet switch/power supply.

 

The only 2 pcs that will be connected to the switch is my streamer (Eversolo DMP-A6 Master) and a Brennan B2 CD Ripper. I also just added 2 Ethernet cables from Pine Tree Audio (solid stuff very reasonable prices) 

 

My final decision has come down to these 2. Both are same cost-wise and I have read great things about both. Anyone compare the 2 or have any opinion as to which direction to go? My only concern is that the EtherREGEN runs very hot. I've always felt that something that runs hot may have a shorter shelf life?

 

Thanks in advance for your thoughts and time...

kingbr
agisthos
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I had the LHY SW-6 and it’s really good for the money. It brings a relaxed and calming effect to things. I do not recommend using the isolated port though, the normal ports seem more transparent.

But I now have the new Matrix Audio SS-1 Pro switch and it’s substantially better than the SW-6. It is $1700 but imo well worth the extra money if you can swing it.

There is one review of the Matrix switch on Soundnews and the reviewer much preferred it over the LHY SW-10 and Melco switches.

I am very keen to try the upcoming ER2 but it been held up for years.

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tksteingraber
647 posts
 

Happy Etherregen owner along with an Afterdark clock, cable, LPS.  Bought the package used and it definitely improved the SQ.  I have it elevated with 2 Nobsound spring base footers and the heatsinks (see the link) to cool it down.  Although mine doesn’t seem that hot.  These heatsinks fit perfectly on top and look great.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08VDX7NNG?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title

kingbr OP
367 posts
 

Thanks for sharing @agisthos. Appreciate the tip on the isolated port. Fortunately where I plan on placing the SW-6 will be easy access (the rest of my components require me to transform into a contortionist to get near them🤦🏼‍♂️) so I’ll be able to play around with this. Unfortunately even the SW-6 is stretching my budget a bit so I’ll have to be satisfied with this unit-which I’m sure I will be.

 

@tksteingraber thanks for taking the time to reply. I have not come across any negative reviews of the ER, I’ve just come across many more that rave about the SW-6. I was literally just about to pull the trigger on the ER when I saw the SW-6. Now I’m heavily leaning in that direction. Plus with the Gen 2 in the works, knowing myself if I buy the G1, I’ll end up wanting the G2 when it finally hits the market🤦🏼‍♂️🔫😂. So if I go with the SW-6 I can pull the trigger and never look back (or forward)…

 

Thanks to All, love reading the replies and appreciate your time/advice!

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