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8 Reasons why you should buy an $50,000 DAC
Really funny!  Spending this much on audio gear to chase the illusion of perfect sound is something we should all, at the least, view with skepticism. spending $50K + for a DAC is buying a Veblen good, IMHO. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veblen_... 
Qobuz Connect
I got an email from Qobuz support today. A real person, not a bot. The company is aware of the issue with QC and will address it coming updates. As noted, it is fairly complicated as QC must be addressed and shown to work reliably on each stream... 
Qobuz Connect
Mostly for kavakat1, but for anybody else who is a  bit confused, The Qobuz app originally connected to streamers by airplay, but it is not a good solution.  I do use the Qobuz app with Carplay, and it is ok.   This spring, Qobuz came out with Qob... 
Qobuz Connect
In response to boxcarman's question, I noticed his particular problem with QC and Aurender in the showroom of a high end dealer using their very best equipment. The problem overall in intermittent, but serious enough to interfere with the listeni... 
Qobuz Connect
Qubuz works fine with Roon.  Qobuz Connect should avoid the need for an additional software layer. It is Qobuz Connect without an additional software layer, working directly with devices which has caused problems for a number of people.  
Should I get the Moon 891 streamer/dac/preamp for my Moon 861 amp? Or separates?
I agree that a lot depends on your overall system and preferences. I have the Moon 891 and a pair of 761 amps in bi-amp mode.  I have high end interconnects and custom designed speaker wires.  The speakers are Sonus Faber Serafino.  The room is 1... 
Should I get the Moon 891 streamer/dac/preamp for my Moon 861 amp? Or separates?
I agree that a lot depends on your overall system and preferences. I have the Moon 891 and a pair of 761 amps in bi-amp mode.  I have high end interconnects and custom designed speaker wires.  The speakers are Sonus Faber Serafino.  The room is 1...