mattw73
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| Do I still need a DDC in between? @lanx0003 well it took awhile for the uDac to get here so I've only had it in system for 19 to 20 days now. Last Sunday or Monday was the 1st time I noticed the dac adding some harmonic weight to notes..drums falling further back into the stage..s... | |
| Mogami 2534 Cable & Neutrik NC3FXX-B /NC3MXX-B for XLR Balanced Cables This is a little side step to your topic but I was just looking to make some balanced cables & came across the Neutrik NCFXX - EMC series. They have built in RFI/EMI blockers built into the connectors. Trying to decide which cable I want to us... | |
| Reasonably-Priced Linear Power Supply for WIMM Pro Plus Streamer @lanx0003 I've never used the Ultra add-on.. which I'm glad you mentioned it as I should order one. I do think they need an extra volt to operate. But my Sbooster BOTW MKii does have an extra volt & half to play with. If the Ultra can improve ... | |
| Reasonably-Priced Linear Power Supply for WIMM Pro Plus Streamer I've used the Farad Super 3, Sbooster, multiple IFI Elite's, & an AfterDark LPS which I thought was the worse. I've also used IFI iPower X. The Farad is the primo unit but I would recommend the budget iPower X. It's cheap, easily returnable, &... | |
| My impressions of the much Hyped LAIV Harmony DAC (I ordered one and Listened to it.) Please know that in my comment I stated that I have looked at certain companies return policy & wondered if they made out better with returns. I was referring to a couple instances where it's plus 20% on top of shipping. I know of a company th... | |
| My impressions of the much Hyped LAIV Harmony DAC (I ordered one and Listened to it.) I am truly sympathetic to your situation & frustration. There has definitely been moments when I have looked over certain companies return policies & have wondered if the better outcome for them is if the item is returned. But if their p... | |
| ??? Which Would You Buy ??? I would probably go the cheaper route....#3. Why? Because I admittedly but not truly intentionally make bad choices. I would buy the cheaper unit. Eventually realize I want that extra 15% better & then sell item #3. Take a decent loss on the... | |
| ??? Where Does "High End" Start ??? I don't think you can put a price on it if we are just talking HE sound. I have heard some extraordinary music coming from DIY type tube gear. To me High End has the look, the feel, & the sound. Beautiful pieces..you know what I mean. You ... | |
| Sound to match Zen iFi Stream @lanx0003 I misspoke or used my words wrong. I meant to say that I've tried a lot of the budget-ish streamers except for the Halo Red. I re-read what I wrote & it's not what I meant lol. I have never listened to or owned the Red. It is one tha... | |
| Buckeye Amps musicality? Not measurements, musicality.... I think for home theater Buckeye or Hypex/Purifi modules are a great choice. They are accurate & vocals/details are clear as a bell...ding. I've had the older Hypex Ncore, Purifi et400 I believe it was called. An Elac amp with a Class A fron... | |
| Sound to match Zen iFi Stream I still have a Zen Stream. A Neo Stream also as I just picked one up on the cheap. I've tried a lot the budget types outside of the Halo Red. Though that one is well over $1k now. I personally liked the Zen over the MXN10 & CXN2..as well as th... | |
| Do you have a speaker that’s not a big name maker but punches above its weight? Why? Fritz speakers. They just sound good JM Reynaud Duet/Bliss speakers. Natural, laid back, cool soundstage9k | |
| Do I still need a DDC in between? @lanx0003 I would say that my expectations aren't too high..as I don't know for certain what to expect. I'm thinking maybe a slight loss of inner detail & slightly added distortion/warmth with the Laiv. I just don't know..but I would be ok wit... | |
| Do I still need a DDC in between? @lanx0003 I agree that there is a lot of contradictory information out there on various topics. Im a little ignorant when it comes to digital/streaming so misinformation in that arena can really set me back lol. Side Note- I ordered a Laiv uDac ... | |
| Do I still need a DDC in between? @lanx0003 well I think both cables are properly shielded..I guess the solid core didn't make a difference. In my case the Lanshack was shorter than the Ugreen. But any benefits I perceived between the 2 could very well be mind games. At least none... |