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| The DAC Scam - Almost everyone believes the hype @audiotroy @loomisjohnson @soix +1 ….. big time…. Simply put, “what makes a good DAC?”. Too many believe that the magic silver bullet secret to a good DAC lies in just choosing a “high-end” converter chip flavour of the day, Chip design is ... | |
| Your last concert was to see who and when? Im seeing CHRIS BOTTI in Toronto next week, and IL VOLO in Niagara Falls in three weeks time. | |
| Moon 330A versus 761 MY TAKE: based on suitably to perform its function, synergy with the rest of your system, and value for your buck.….and Ignoring two things: (1) I don’t have the specs on your speakers, so I’m assuming ( guessing?) they are not challenging and ha... | |
| Anybody having trouble getting near-your-asking-price for used gear ? (Plz. no hype) @gordon Yep….. it’s at a 50% haircut threshold where success to sell generally facilitates buyer interest IMO MY TAKE: (1) there have been numerous too-oft repeating threads in most of the major audio forums, with certain types trying to bless... | |
| I should start with speakers. This I know. I’d like to establish a new system. Im not going to push any personal faves that are generally highly biased . But may I offer some SYSTEM synergy general decision factors to consider .Picking your speakers first in isolation without a contemporaneous proper equal consideration to ... | |
| Ethernet Filters Moving up the network filter food chain? Then think of these options. https://youtube.com/watch?v=nc3rEfat8u8&si=qaD7CVBw7WthQuc4 https://youtu.be/sDiHFYHKij4?si=F-hpdFH71_OJAJcd https://youtu.be/UQXSTXFnzvo?si=FiMmAsALCJhUwX4Z | |
| Tuner choices: Tandberg or Luxman? Tuners are a dying breed with all the network hi-rez streaming sources and worldwide internet radio station choices exploding. The FM tuner resale prices are trending down. MY TAKE: If you are going to use your FM tuner more than just rarely AN... | |
| Ethernet Filters I’m assuming that you are not talking about ka-Ching MELCO AUDIO external box type filters that would be cost prohibitive , and without prejudice that I’ve never seen or even heard about doubling these up. OK …. the cost effective iFi Ethernet LA... | |
| What do the statistics say about the age of Audiophiles and the replacement rate? YouTube : “40% Of Audiophiles Are Dying And No One Is Doing Anything About It!” His take : The average age of Audiophiles has risen significantly, and he cautions viewers with a dire warning that we may be a dying breed with little new blood com... | |
| DAC break-in question Yep …. You betcha. Run-in time is important in high-end gear . ( I use “run-in” instead of an imperfect “break-in” ) MY TAKE: My MOON 280D MiND2 streamer/ network player/ dac initially suggested a minimum run-in period of about 200-300 hours . ... | |
| Bryston Bdp3 Upgade I had the BDP-USB/BDA2 stablemates that were well built and good performers . BUT ….and it’s a big “ But” …. The BRYSTON Manic Moose digital interface is mired in 15 year old technology the frustrated the **** out of me.Even 3rd party software app... | |
| Does a good power conditioner reduce need for power supply upgrade? Think first about running dedicated power lines direct from your electrical panel ALONG with audiophile grade wall receptacles as a best-step-up in audio performance.Add in a panel whole house SIEMENS surge protector at the panel. That’s a separat... | |
| Vinyl guy seeking recommendation for a top level cd player REGA ISIS VALVE cdp//dac https://www.theaudiobeat.com/equipment/rega_valve_isis.htm https://6moons.com/audioreviews/rega2/1.html | |
| At the top of the line is it really all that different? As you go up higher and higher in the price versus performance matrix, it’s a clear totally bespoke decision tree choice embodied best IMO by a quote : ” Price is what you pay. Value is what you get,” - Warren Buffett | |
| At the top of the line is it really all that different? @ghdprentice Nailed it ! Point, set, and match in tennis jargon. Some drive Fords, some drive Chevys, some drive Range Rovers, Porsches, and Jags. i mostly wear an Apple Watch on a daily basis, but still enjoy a smile of appreciation provided ... |