@lalitk I have the 22awg Linkup. Is the 26awg better?
Network Switches
Another digital question from an analogue guy.
I am currently running an Electrocompanient EDM MKII ( Streamer DAC) and a Small Green Computer Sonic transporter. Both run off of a Trendnet ( unmanaged) basic switch.
Would an upgraded switch have any sonic impact?
If so what switches in the 500 dollar range would be recommended?
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@lalitk cool. Thanks! |
FWIW, I have placed this between my switch and streamer, It did lower the noise floor. I cannot detect any detraction of sound quality, harshness etc. with it installed. Just a lower noise floor IMHO. No SMPS. I use a good power cord on it too. (WW Silver Electra 7) This replaced an Network Acoustics Eno filter system, which I felt it compressed dynamics a bit. https://www.beatechnik.com/product-page/lhy-audio-efi
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Thanks for mentioning this product. Fiber optic isolation converters in audio applications is gaining traction, especially in digital front-end systems where noise reduction and signal purity are critical. A device like LHY Audio EFI works without stripping away the dynamics since it’s keeping the signal transmission over conventional RJ45 cable. I am using a similar device and it’s indispensable in my system. The main reason for lower noise floor is optical conversion, it breaks the electrical continuity eliminating ground loops and EMI/RFI contamination. |
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