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My Comments on the Infigo Audio IS-1 Signature Streamer
I am very confused. The claim that every review prefers I2S or Ethernet over USB for sound quality may not be universally true BECAUSE of the many variables involved. It seems that some reviews highlight advantages of I2S, such as lower latency a... 
My Comments on the Infigo Audio IS-1 Signature Streamer
All, Please see the link below for more info on ARM vs Intel processors as presented by @tkrtrb125 in his post above. Arm vs Intel link for more info: FYI: "Just ten years ago, even Intel's entry-level CISC-based processors were far more powerfu... 
My Comments on the Infigo Audio IS-1 Signature Streamer
@audphile1 , I have the Bricasti M21 DAC. My DAC has “Three independent and user-selectable digital to analog signal paths available: delta sigma and ladder dac for PCM conversion and for DSD playback, true direct DSD”. I prefer the ladder DAC.  
Any audiophile use computer (MacBook) as your audio streaming source?
Correction: As I posted above, I changed my mind about using the MAC Laptop for streaming. A $5,000 SRP Infigo Audio IS-1 Signature streamer replaced my MAC Book Pro dedicated for music streaming only. Both streamers have Audirvana Studio music p... 
My Comments on the Infigo Audio IS-1 Signature Streamer
@audphile1, thank you.  Much appreciated.    
My Comments on the Infigo Audio IS-1 Signature Streamer
  @audphile1, Thanks.  Yes, my Aurender N20 was connected to my DAC using an AES/EBU cable.  This is my opinion and I 'guarantee' you that others will have a different opinion. My Infigo Auto IS-1 Streamer sounds excellent, in my system, and I li... 
Problems with lost Qobus Playlists?
@lovehifi22, What application are you using to access QoBuz? Obviously, if you are using the QoBuz App, it sounds like you need to contact them for assistance for your lost playlists. If you are not using the QoBuz App, what App are you using? Is... 
Current quality of Rune
Audirvana has many audio settings. The issue of loud static when switching songs in Audirvana might be related to several factors. Here are some potential solutions: 1. Check Audio Settings: Ensure your audio settings in Audirvana are optimized. ... 
My Comments on the Infigo Audio IS-1 Signature Streamer
@lalitk, Of course, I agree. My Infigo IS-1 Streamer sounds better than my $12,000 Aurender N20 did. And, I also really like using Audirvana. The interface is user-friendly, featuring robust library management and integration with streaming servic... 
Problems with lost Qobus Playlists?
I agree it is very frustrating that you are losing QoBuz playlists that you created. Please confirm that your software is up to date and current.  It probably is but I have to ask. I have to ask but please also confirm that when you create your p... 
Hegel H120 or H190
The Hegel 190 amp is on sale because it’s been replaced by the Hegel 190v.  See mfg 190v amp link.  
D amps
+1 @atmasphere, I agree it is the overall design of the amp that makes it sound great.    
D amps
  @lanx0003. My first class D amp were custom built Hypex NCore NC400 bridged amplifiers. I had them for a short tine and replaced them with Mola Mola NC1200 mono blocks. I was disappointed with the sound quality and sold them. As I stated above,... 
HEGEL 190, 390-400, 590-600
@alexbpm, In other words, Overall, while LLMs are powerful tools for generating text and providing information, their limitations highlight the importance of human oversight and critical evaluation when using them for decision-making or expert ana... 
HEGEL 190, 390-400, 590-600
@alexbpm, Give me a break. The info from the AI was interesting but I never said it was accurate or that you should 100% reply on its answer for all the reasons you mentioned above. Everyone on this forum knows that you have to listen to a compone...