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    The new Denali 6000/S v2

    In what country did you buy the Denali? And what dealer? Perhaps you have an imitation, "fake" Denali ? The Denali is made from an all steel and aluminum chassis and faceplate.
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    The new Denali 6000/S v2

    Ok, the Denali 6000/S is now up on our website. While you are there look up the new Venom NR Series power cords also.
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    The new Denali 6000/S v2

    As you know that is a subjective question and if you asked 10 different people you get 10 different responses. If you look at the specifications and features of the Denali v2 it is very clear it is a formidable performer compared to any power conditioner on the market. Each, individual outlet...
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    The new Denali 6000/S v2

    Nobody has one yet. We have 20 orders in already which will start shipping next week.
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    Caelin, what's your view on ethernet cables?

    Ethernet cables definitely have audible differences. Beta tests are in process with very interesting results.
  6. CGabriel

    DTCD Explained

    https://www.amazon.com/Ideal-Industries-SureTest-Circuit-Analyzer/dp/B07LB5P1NK You want to perform the ASCC test. You will need to make an adapter so that you can connect the tester directly to the wall outlet bypassing any intermediate power cord, including the one supplied with the tester.
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    Best connections for using Denali and DPC-6

    There are many “hybrid integrated” type devices today. Some are network connected music servers that have what is essentially a dedicated computer and internal SSD or hard drives and a DAC. My rule is that if the device has any analog component to it - then connect it to the Denali. This means...
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    Best connections for using Denali and DPC-6

    As a general principle: It is best to separate computer related devices from your audio equipment. Separation both in physical space and electrically. The absolute crap that computers, wifi, routers, monitors and disc arrays spew into the air and onto the power line is astonishing. This is...
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    Best connections for using Denali and DPC-6

    Well my friend, I would ask other creditable and knowledgeable people about balanced and unbalanced connections and the possible effects on hum problems. IMHO, I would do a simple test with good XLR cables and see what you get. It wouldn’t hurt to try it. Any good dealer should have some used...
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    Best connections for using Denali and DPC-6

    I would NOT float grounds especially to the digital processors. Unless you have an obvious audible problem. Many digital devices use the chassis (earth) ground to dissipate noise. I have yet to encounter any digital device that needed the ground lifted. Some amplifiers need the ground...
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    Best connections for using Denali and DPC-6

    If possible move the WiFi and ether switch to a different AC circuit that is physical away from your audio system. The farther the better and just a few feet matters. You can plug them into a common power strip. Just run a longer Ethernet cable to get to your upsampler.
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    DAC mistake

    Yes I have two Shibas: Haku and Hiro names from the Miyazaki “Spirted Away” movie. The difficulty is SACD. Keeping a spinner that can do SACD and then also do a computer connection is problematic. Not that there aren’t many products that can’t do it, it’s more that I was looking for something...
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    Anyone Try Using a Typhon QR in Series w/an Amplifier ...

    https://www.whatsbestforum.com/threads/shunyata-triton-typhon.12480/ Lots of info here. #158 is helpful
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    DAC mistake

    Yes, I know there is always more. But I gave the easy big jump route. We use a NUC running Roon Rock. But a Pc Pavilion as a stand alone works and sounds great.
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    SET amp owners thread

    Yes, Dan has some great designs that are very reasonable to build. I had one of his tape preamps for a rebuilt Ampex that sounded great.
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