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    The CH Precision firmware upgrades released on 29 Aug 2023

    Didn’t hear anything obvious after the update. I also don’t have the X1.
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    Introducing the All-new Center Stage Ultra TT Feet for Turntables and Center Stage Ultra TD Feet for Tape Decks

    Thank you . They are the ATC 100 Active.
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    Introducing the All-new Center Stage Ultra TT Feet for Turntables and Center Stage Ultra TD Feet for Tape Decks

    Just wondering if the TT can be used under speakers. I know there is the LS version, but as the LS is very limited in application, if it doesn't work, then I would have to sell it. With the TT , I know I will be able to allocate it to another unit if needed.
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    Upcoming Nagra turntable

    Just don't feed the troll. If one cannot comprehend the simple concept of OEM, there's no point in further discussion with him/her.
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    Looking for a more organic dac

    Hi Zappadaddy, Glad you loved the Tambaqui. I am going to demo the low gain version of the Aries Cerat Incito S when it becomes available. Not sure when as there is a part shortage, but definitely will come back and report my findings. But if you do get to try it before I do, please let me...
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    Looking for a more organic dac

    Lampizator definitely are not noisy, probably bad tubes? I quiet like them when I heard them in a friend's system. But they are certainly not quiet like the Tambaqui though.... Tambaqui is ridiculously quiet. To be honest, I think tubes have their attraction. It's a personal taste thing...
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    Looking for a more organic dac

    Another vote for trying the Ayon.. Tried the S10 MK2 , it was very enjoyable, and has streamer built in, which would work well for OP.
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    Introducing Center Stage 2M

    Probably difference between testing one or two sets on particular components. Steve's recent post has been about replacing his whole system with them. Steve now has 64 of them, that's definitely not "beta testing", lol
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    Looking for a more organic dac

    And for people who have Tambaqui in their system. The footer (or lack of) on the Tambaqui is definitely something that can be improved. I am currently using CMS Centerstage 2 0.8 on them at the moment. The improvement on the dac is really an eye-opener. I am getting the just released CS2M in...
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    Looking for a more organic dac

    Agreed. Chord Dave with Mscaler was really good, but definitely too expensive as a combo , considering the Tambaqui's pricing. However when heard in combination with Chord's pre , amp and full loom, definitely a fantastic combo. That's when it truly shines.
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    Looking for a more organic dac

    I used Antipodes version of HQ Player. It's really well integrated inside Roon, but you do have to buy the HQ Player license. There's a setting in Roon , and it's very easy to direct the module to use the HQ Player integration. However, I found I personally preferred the Roon sound, and as I...
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    Looking for a more organic dac

    You can also use Roon with HQ Player. The integration is very good. And there's a lot of filters to tailor the sound to what you like.
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    Looking for a more organic dac

    I think tube warmth is good, as it does give harmonic distortion and a meatier sound but sometimes when we think we want more warmth, in fact we probably just want more resolution. I had a tube pre before, I have since moved to a transformer passive to pair with the Tambaqui. Mola mola tambaqui...
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    Looking for a more organic dac

    You should also give Mola Mola Tambaqui a try. Definitely a more natural , organic sound compare to the Bartok. I auditioned both , and felt the Tambaqui was more organic and slightly more analogue sounding. Both Dac were great, DCS definitely not sterile or boring , it was just a bit too...
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    Introducing Center Stage 2M

    Not sure why my system is relevant. But I have entered it anyways. Depends on how you define sonic signature. The CS2 doesn't add color to a sound, it just reduces noise, and increases musicality. There's no analogue signals going through the footers. It doesn't add color to the sound. It...
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