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Are you a Verificationist about audio?
Tholt,I was referring to MrT's point of view which I simply don't share. 
Are you a Verificationist about audio?
Skepticism as a contrivance to further an argument can only lead one to doubt the sincerity of the skeptic.I trust that's not the case else this wouldn't qualify as academic, let alone philosophical, but simply rhetorical. All the best,Nonoise 
Are you a Verificationist about audio?
Ah Bryon, another great question pondering the imponderables, so to speak, since consensus would appear to be difficult but in the end worth the endeavor.I would consider myself a 'verificationist' in as much as I put my trust in things not to blo... 
Do your speakers have enough "freshness"
Like others have said, "fresh" may not be the best adjective to use. My brother-in-law likes to use the word "crisp" to describe what he likes to hear and I cringe whenever he uses it. Agreed upon usage is the best way to go since we can all relat... 
Headphone amp for Audeze LCD-2 'phones
Devilboy,Get thee over to all the various headphone sites like:http://www.innerfidelity.com/http://headfonics.com/http://www.headfonia.com/http://audeze.com/bloghttp://www.6moons.com/audioreviews/audeze/1.htmlThere are many others but the 6moons r... 
TEAC PD-H600 CD PLAYER HOWS IT SOUND
I have one and am/was very happy with it. Sorry about the equivocation but there is a reason. When I first got it, I was more than happy with the sound. I even took it over to Acoustic Image and Elliot was more than happy to let me insert it in hi... 
I have a buzz
This is a cheater plug:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheater_plug 
Why does better power = better sound?
I know this may be just hype from Burson Audio but they are big on power regulation and use only their own proprietary design, claiming it has a major effect on how the music sounds. Anything more involved is way above my head.I do know, and appre... 
Hi-end PC audio questions
Here are a few lists of compatible DACs that won't make it any easier for you to decide since the field is wide open and still growing.http://www.audiostream.com/content/24192-usb-dacs-listhttp://info.vortexbox.org/tiki-index.php?page=Compatibilit... 
I'm looking for a nice set of cans.
Kenm80,I'm sorry but I missed your second question about connecting via USB.Yes, you can. There are inputs for SPDIF (coax or toslink) as well as AUX.Here is a link to a great look at the Fioo E17:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bj_-bYA53EIt sound... 
I'm looking for a nice set of cans.
There is a LOD (line out from the dock) which is also made by Fioo. They have several models (l1, L3, L9, etc.) depending on build quality and whether the connector is L-shaped or straight in. It connects to the AUX input on the bottom of the unit... 
Do you believe in Magic?
When you are dragged in back be ready with this:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4svo6sVGxg:-) 
I'm looking for a nice set of cans.
headroom.comheadfonia.comheadfonics.comhead-direct.comAll of these sites are great starting points for an in depth education on all things headphones, IEMs, portable amps and DACs. From there you can jump to other sites to your hearts pleasure.As ... 
Do you believe in Magic?
Not to further derail this thread but in keeping with my past comment, this tactic of derailment is commonly used in all manner of conversation when nothing can be added to said conversation, or when opinions differ not due to the topic, but to a ... 
dac USB cable
I use WireWorld as well but over at audioadvisor.com they've got a huge markdown on Pangea USB cables. I got a 1 meter length for about $19.99 instead of $100. I traded out the WireWorld for it and couldn't really tell the difference.Now that I've...