Vitus amp, Magico S5 speakers; source shopping.
I've compared a few streamers and I don't hear tone differences, though some are quieter and cleaner, more 'black' and space.
Is it a mis-match to pair a say $8-10k DAC with a simple streamer, say a Lumin or Innuos costing $2,500?
Do I leave some...
I am going to compare two different power cables.
I have listened to both cables and believe I know the relative qualities/differences of each. I want to confirm what I believe I hear.
My intent is to have my wife switch out the cables x number of times (6 maybe) based on the flip of a coin, and...
MControl Control HD in iPad.
All worked well for a couple of weeks until one day the Vitus integrated does not show up as a "Play To" entry under Devices- as it once did. It is present on the Airplay list, and works from there- so it is on the same network.
I did refresh Devices with the...
What should I expect or pursue as I shop for a streamer?
It being essentially a pc, low noise is one attribute.
Should I expect, or shop for one in relation to other system components, by ear?
To what degree does it matter: like a cable (small, IMO) or a DAC (large)?
DAC of choice at the moment...
Auditioning in my home the Diablo 300 on my Magico S5 with various DACS; latest Chord.
How would the Hegel compare; worthy of consideration?
So far, I like the Hugo Chord's more refined voice compared to a Moon 280D DAC which was quite harsh to my ears- paired with the Diablo.
Have a pair of S-5's in route from a dealer (yay!).
They will double as 2 ch and HT. I am looking for a center speaker hopefully around $1000 or so that is in the tonal neighborhood of the S5's- close enough not to draw attention to the difference.
Thoughts?
Want to end up with music on HD as primary source.
What format should I rip CDs to that will be compatible with whatever hardware I end up with (circular question?)
I have some music files in WAV and some in FLAC now- both work or convert to one format? Rip new ones to FLAC?
Exact Audio Copy...
I am considering the 802 Diamonds. The series appears to have little following on this board, and other boards seem to have love/hate constituencies. I understand they do not measure flat (but don't know the sonic implications).
What are the knocks against the speaker that I should weigh in my...
Returning to the hobby after 12 years and trying to get some footing on how to proceed.
Willing to spend $25k or so.
Old system I still have includes: Mirage M3si's, Audio Research SP9 ll and Aragon 4004 ll.
Have listened to speakers: Linn, Sonus Faber Olympicas (and Futuras), B&W 802,3,4...