kalali
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| Two DACs for one system? OP's question is a bit ambiguous but neither the Node2 nor a CD "player" require an external DAC. That been said, I guess one could argue that these devices could potentially benefit from adding an (external) DAC between them and the preamp. Even ... | |
| Bluesound Node 2 I had been using mine for streaming Tidal through Wifor several months and had it connected to my preamp but about a month ago I started using it as a preamp/DAC and have go right into my amp. I think it sounds a little better this way. I might ge... | |
| Need feedback on loudspeakers I’m sorry if I missed some of the details but the SF O3s cost almost twice as much as the PSB T3s. Did you really expect them to compare or come close sonically? Something like a B&W 802D or Revel Studio2 would have been a fairer comparison. | |
| What cables are you using for a hidden in wall clean look? I have B&W 802 D3s coming. We used bulk #12 gauge stranded copper cable throughout most of the rooms on the first floor while our house was being built. We had to use "code" cables otherwise the house would have not passed the inspection for occupancy permit. I also put spe... | |
| Used Audio Research Preamp Options To put this with or without preamp question to bed for myself, I locked myself in the room and tried to do an A/B comparison to hear the difference. I’ll say that my system is probably not as good as or in some cases anywhere as good as what a lot... | |
| Bluesound Node 2 As an experiment, I hooked up my Node 2 directly to my amp which is as older McIntosh MC2200 with separate channel gain controls. It sounds great, actually sounds a little more open when compared going through the preamp. Node 2 is literally a pre... | |
| Used Audio Research Preamp Options For that sort of $, I would expect no less....Fortunately the closest ARC dealer is about 50 miles away from me so I'm somewhat guarded from completely destroying my enjoyment from my current system... | |
| Used Audio Research Preamp Options I read about the "direct" option when researching some of the older ARC models like LS3. According to ARC, the Direct mode provides the highest level of resolution when using high gain line stage components such as CD players, etc. Not sure if it ... | |
| All I want is The Truth, just gimme some truth... I read this thread and some of the referenced links with great enthusiasm. Extremely helpful since I had started a thread and basically asking the questions that are mostly addressed by the folks in this thread. I've been running my system without... | |
| BAT VK-76SE tube amp - Balanced Audio Technology Is it common for a tube amp to act as a voltage source - double down on power with half load? | |
| Used Audio Research Preamp Options Thank you. Interestingly enough, I did see that (new) LS17SE and it looked like a great deal but didn't see it as one of the models folks mentioned. No doubt its a great unit and glad to see it going to a good home. I also found an LS25 MK2 from a... | |
| Suggestions for Integrated amp. Are you talking about the D-Premier? Sounds like you need a degree in computer science to operate the thing... | |
| Used Audio Research Preamp Options May be I should start a new thread to ask a different question. But in the meantime, where I stand: I spent a good part of the day experimenting with different configurations and I've now confirmed that I can directly connect either my CD player o... | |
| The demise of the music CD inevitable? Aside from longevity or lack thereof, what worries me most is that many new recordings are being engineered/mastered with the most popular listening devices in mind, which is earbuds, etc., certainly not high end equipment and with little attentio... | |
| Need Small Bookshelf Speakers With a Big Sound I know these are way outside of the OP's price range but has anyone heard the Joseph Audio Pulsars? Just curious how they compare to more pedestrian "bookshelf" speakers. |