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Another OPPO 203 Connection Question
I apologize for not being a bit more detailed. My goal is to live stream music using Qobuz or Apple Music as the sole source.No files. I’ve been researching BluesSound-Cambridge-Lumin and all the rest, but prior to going to a dedicated streaming ... 
Best streamer for a returning audio guy
Anyways.I too looked at the Blusound Node for my McIntosh system. I would bypass the internal DAC on the Blusound by using digital out into the MX123 and use the the DACS in the McIntosh. My logic is, why pay a arm and a leg for a streamer when I... 
What system would a robot with ears buy?
Radio Shack? 
AV processor choice - Mac MX123 vs NAD M17 v2i
auxinput - Actually the MX123 does come with firmware updates.From the MX123 manual page 26 Setup Menu>General>Firmware The MX123 A/V Processor can be setup to automatically downl... 
Amazon Launches Lossless "Hi-rez" HD Music Service
Amazon is no longer a option fo me and many others due to their recent behavior/ 
Cable Elevators
Yep. $300.00 foam blocks. $195.00 plastic cubes with a V cut...etc.All of this and I have yet to see any measurements of a change in sound coming from a speaker. You can buy speakers and some manufactures will supply measurements such as the actua... 
Looking for my Final Pair!!
What I love about a forum like this is how it demonstrates that everyone hears differently, everybody expects something special from their speakers and how this process shows us that nobody is correct on which is the best speaker . As it is with a... 
Speaker recommendations for Mac MA7900
I have the B&W 702 S2 Paired with a 40 year old MC7270.Superb. 
Speakers The single most critical component
To quote someone:The 10 most important components of a hifi system.1 thru 8 - The Speakers9. The room10. Everything else. 
What is the best receiver to use with the A90J? Budget up to $2k
Contrary to the belief that there are no quality 2 channel receivers.There are those that do prefer simplicity Although a bit pricey..https://www.mcintoshlabs.com/products/receivers/MAC7200 
McIntosh
Ordered a MX123 today and was told 4- 8 weeks. Wait and see. Lucked out on the MC257 as they had it in stock. 
WHAT IS THE MOST UNIQUE SONG THAT YOU HAVE EVER HEARD?
Must have been the 8th grade. 1966 I think. We had a little school newspaper and the question of the day was.."Whats your favorite song"? As the grade school cub reporter went through the halls asking that question of a chosen few he told us a lot... 
Good 2 channel integrated amplifier for 702 s2 under 3k?
I agree with crombie-sg3.I have those speakers and I power them with a McIntosh MC7270.The unit puts out a conservative 270 watts per channel. The only reason I am adding my 2 cents is they sound fantastic with a McIntosh. Simply marvelous! More t... 
Processor question
I just had the McIntosh MC257 delivered today and the MX123 is on order. At the moment I run B&W 702 S2 with matching center and  B&W DB4S subwoofer using a older MC7270 thru a Marantz A/V receiver and it sounds really nice. The new set up... 
Warning: China-Hifi-Audio.com
If it says China, walk away.