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Fading Display on NAD M3
If it is like the M51 DAC there is a VFD test mode....if so enter the test mode and leave the display on overnight.  Cycle the power and hopefully the characters will be evenly lit 
Are DAC's overpriced?
I remember when affordable DACs like Audio Alchemy and Theta Chrome were popular, the average blue collar guy like myself could afford one.   I had several early DACs and most were pretty good...at least better than the average decent CD player at... 
New Bluesound's Node 2i
Thanks, sounds great ... better than I expected. 
DAC + ADC Device to Replace Tape?
Check out the Korg DS-DAC10-R its around $500.   
New Bluesound's Node 2i
I just picked up a Vault 2i.   I assume is uses the same DAC as the Node 2i , does anyone know what chipset it uses? 
DAC Repair
Do they use AC power or a transformer?  If AC often times there is a fuse in the AC socket.  
Used Market Savings vs. The Dealer Experience
I bought my Vault from a local dealer.   Same price as online. No tax   No shipping.  First class guys to do business with.  When you are buying an item that sells briskly do you really expect firesale prices?   When a dealer has leftover last yea... 
Used Market Savings vs. The Dealer Experience
Spearit sound was the best ... I miss those guys.    
What Is Better In General, Sonos Or Say A Network Streamer By Cambridge Audio?
Check out Bluesound Node 2i or Vault 2i if you also need a device to rip and store all your music files in addition to streaming  
Threat of fire from audio equipment
It happens...I"m all tube so I definitely turn things off when I'm not listening...I want to know what amp they were using , .  Sounds like cheap build of materials. 
Equitech 3RQE – Any comment?
I have the Son Of Q , it is a built like a tank... I have two mono tube amps, pre, tuner, DAC and a few other things and it's no sweat for it. 
Used Market Savings vs. The Dealer Experience
Don't forget the factory warranty and support a dealer will provide when purchasing new, to me that' s part of why I do buy new. 
Used Market Savings vs. The Dealer Experience
There's nothing like opening a new piece of gear and there's a lot to be saiid for a great dealer.  Most of my current system was bought new from a local dealer and I felt like I got a fair price but I will buy used if it was something I could not... 
It’s that time of year- 2019 audio wish list
Yes, more music....   done with hardware for a little while 
Beware of SACD Transports -- they probably will not work with your favorite DAC
Even with the OPPO the best you will get is 24/88.2 from hdmi or coax out    The OPPO does DSD to PCM conversion at the lower sample rate of 88.2k. Instead of 176.4   There’s was an explanation of why somewhere in OPPO faq.   It it still sounds pr...