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Anyone try the Purist digital isolation adapter?
Hi. What was the conclusion about the PAD Digital isolation adaptor? I have read it is targeted more towards situations where the transport/server and DAC are not designed originally to work together (eg, blu-ray transport and separate DAC from di... 
recommendation for power cables for Gryphon amp
Hi Ramy,Sorry to hear of your challenges. I am no expert, but i have had my share of "challenges" over the years with integrating a new component/cable into the system. There are (at least) two possibilities here:1. the VDR is balanced to have mor... 
Esoteric PS-0, Metronome Kalista, Burmester 969 ?
I have heard Zanden 2000P, Esoteric X-01SE, Metronome Kalista and Kalista Reference. Also Krell 505, ARC CD8 and Wadia's REference from 2010. Not all in same system but all in 1 of 2 rooms, with equipment with which i was familiar. In general, wit... 
Your three favorite audio dealerships?
K J West One in London UKSpearit Sound in Boston, MAAudio Exotics in Hong Kong 
Review: Wilson Audio Grand Slamm Speaker
Hi all,I have stopped counting how many hours of burn-in...the Wilsons are sensational and allowing me to make minor adjustments throughout my system...and hear them immediately. I have tweaked a couple of power cables and ugpraded my tubes in my ... 
Nordost Quantum Technology Products
Sorry - cannot help. my light is always on...but that is because i always leave it on. 
Zero One Ti48 - Anyone Heard this?
Duomike,thanks! that is very helpful. great and helpful feedback. 
Nordost Quantum Technology Products
Hi Cappuccino,wow...great feedback. I have one at the moment...from wall into QX4 and then into Transparent Ref Conditioner...all my pc's are Purist Audio Ann Contego/Dom Ferox, plus 2 Sablon Audio PCs. i do not have it under damping device per se... 
recommendation for power cables for Gryphon amp
Hi Ramy,how is it going on cable? thanks for any updates. 
Reference DACS: An overall perspective
Hi Dev,That was very interesting to read. I myself bought a Zanden DAC (s/hand) about 2 years ago because i wanted the flexibility for the future. (for now, not too focused on high-res...particularly given price/performance of my Zanden second-han... 
Kondo, Zanden, CJ, Ref 5? Pre w/ Pure Tonal Color?
Hi All,I have auditioned the Massetto in my home, and also scheduled to hear the Zanden 3000. I have spoken with maker of Tron Syren and am waiting until one is available for audition. I have heard ARC Ref 5...may bring it home for a listen. I hav... 
Integrated amp for my Sonus Faber Guarneri
Hi DILE - congrats!!! and no one should be miffed or upset by your decision...after all, its YOUR decision! From what i have read, you have bought some fantastic equipment. Congratulations. Northstar and Acapella in particular are both great from ... 
Power Cord with great tone
Hi Pani,Sounds like you've found a solid path...good luck and please post when you've had time to let the equipment settle in. Would be interesting to read your review. 
Nordost Quantum Technology Products
Hi Apshift,Glad to hear you are enjoying Nordost! Have your ever found HRS damping plates or EAT tube dampers? I have bought both (mainly s/hand). Tremendous at dealing with airborne and physical vibration in cabinetry/equipment. I was stunned fra... 
Amps for Sonus Faber Stradivari Homage
Hi 0461,Good luck with that. i have never heard Macs with Strads before, but i totally agree there are many satisfied owners of such combinations. Further, if you read the Roy Gregory review(i think it was him...i have read them all before buying ...