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Analyzing DACs
I’m curious how everyone evaluates a DAC disregarding the measurements. What is the hallmark of a good DAC? I suppose one could spend insane amounts of money but is there such a moneyball DAC? Hmmmmm..... by listening? I understand you cannot p... 
Upgrade to a better server. Ideas?
  The zenith has streamer capabilities which I don’t need. I am only focusing on the server. The Innuos ZEN line is a server first and foremost, with a streamer built in, and an optimized excellent one. You can certainly use it as a server ... 
Analyzing DACs
jasonbourne52 2,738 posts 02-03-2023 at 01:03am  I'd rather trust ASR's rankings than the subjective blather here. Oh good! Go back there to ASR. The world will be a better place. What are you doing here? Why are you here in this “horrible ... 
The best plug in filter ever!
@ozzy : nothing to worry, it won’t directly link to your own Amazon account. So, is it this? https://www.amazon.com/CyberPower-GC201-Heavy-Duty-Extension/dp/B01JRLSPRW/ref=sr_1_2?crid=FVWBVCKEQNFQ&keywords=cyberpower+extension+cord&amp... 
The best plug in filter ever!
@ozzy : ozzy 6,306 posts 02-04-2023 at 02:22pm nasaman Try this. Buy CyberPower Systems GC201, Extension Cable with Two Gounded Outlet - Prime Buy It’s even available through Amazon. ozzy I am baffled by the website you shared, BuyPri... 
Qobuz + Lumin = Headache
The LUMIN app is pretty primitive. Like from 1990s. Use Roon with a LUMIN and you will see what I mean  
What I wish I knew before starting my audiophile journey
@dman1974 : Good post. Thanks for sharing. Enjoy the music, the gear, and most importantly, the journey. Life is short  
Upgrade to a better server. Ideas?
Check the Innuos line of servers, since you use Roon: https://innuos.com/zenith/    
The best plug in filter ever!
@ozzy : no problem. These sad lifeless angry dudes crack me up. Sad  
The best plug in filter ever!
Dog, Why so angry?  
New DAC or New Streamer?
Dave and Troy. Dave is much better. Troy not so much. When Dave (Lalin) posts, I read. When Troy posts, which is obvious, I don’t 😉🤦‍♂️😂. Confusing thing is they both use the same Audiogon log in   
Network optimization for serious streamers
@singingg : you mentioned ONT. do you have Verizon FIOS?  
Worth upgrading my cables?
😂😂. You go first  
Worth upgrading my cables?
maybe ask an electrician what he thinks of that power cord... I am all ears. Please tell me. before willing to part with your money and maybe give it to a stranger on the internet. It’s $49 for duck’s sake. You guys are really a strange lot.  
Worth upgrading my cables?
Try this vs. your stock power cord:      If it makes no difference, I will send you $49 free. And, I have nothing to do with seller