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    Building a system around ROON for local/ripped/downloaded files and making it better than CD playback...

    I get what you mean. In my journey I realized that there were significant things I could do to improve the sound within the digital domain, beyond the ethernet network, so I kept pilling up tweaks and upgrades until it got me where I wanted.
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    Building a system around ROON for local/ripped/downloaded files and making it better than CD playback...

    I only stream (local and Qobuz/Tidal). 3 years ago I embarked on the mission to make it sound indistinguishable from an Esoteric transport I have access too, playing SACDs. I forgot what I knew about power, electronics and network, and simply tested everything I could (It was a lot, as I have...
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    M12 Gold Switch

    Late reply. Not exactly the same config, but you can draw your own conclusions. I use an EtherRegen with external LPS to convert to fiber, then an SOtM switch with external power supply and a Mutec SE clock feeding it. My best result was just adding the Telegartner switch with an external...
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    Melco S100 audiophile switch

    Tried SOtM, EtherRegen and the Telegartner. With external Mutec clock snd LPSUs, the combo of EtherRegen and SOtM come close, but the Telegartner is better. Will settle for the EtherRegen to make the conversion to fiber, the SOtM to convert back to Ethernet and the M12 as the last stage.
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    Melco N1-S38 Melco's New Reference Server

    Of course, you cannot reclock an N10 directly. Why do you sound like you are arguing? I just shared MY practical experience: (N10 + DDC + Mutec Clock) > N1 alone. (N10+ DDC + Mutec Clock ) is indistinguishable from the N1 + clock, for about 6K less. It could be useful for someone in the...
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    Melco N1-S38 Melco's New Reference Server

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    Melco N1-S38 Melco's New Reference Server

    I use an Audio-gd DI 20 HE interface to convert USB to AES/EBU before going to the Soulution DAC. Night and day difference.
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    Melco N1-S38 Melco's New Reference Server

    This is a late reply, perhaps you are not interested anymore, but as a reference... I have the N10 connected to a Mutec Ref 10 120SE, which also feeds a SOtM network switch. The local dealer wanted me to upgrade to the N1, even though he sold me the N10 a few months before. He gave up after...
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    Antipodes K41+K22 Server/Player Review

    Christiaan is among the best if not the best for reviewing audio servers. There are several reasons to need a second box IMHO: Separate power supplies, reclocked ports, better isolation among stages, etc. It adds up. There are single-box solutions that do most things very well, but they tend...
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    What's the best nas server? Innuos or Melco???

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    What's the best nas server? Innuos or Melco???

    With and without Fibre, the USB output of the N10 is superior to the Z MK3. Probably they would be close if you use the Phoenix USB together with the Z MK3. I also tried Z MK3 + Uptone IsoRegen + Super Farad LPSU + Audio-GD DDC + external clock outputting ACC Coaxial or AES/EBU. With all of...
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    Buying Advice Melco Vs Antipodes

    Seeking opinions and suggestions. I have the chance of buying an Antipodes Oladra or a Melco S10. Very hard work to get the money, would hate to make a mistake. I would really appreciate your advice. For reference, I listen 100% digital Redbook and Qobuz, have a good network with fiber...
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    SOtM sNH-10G Network Switches x2 : The NEW KING of USB/Network Gadget Setup

    Something else I have been testing is changing the eR power from 12V to 9V. In my system, 9V gives me a more full-bodied sound, while 12V gives me more detail. As my system is very detailed already, I chose the 9V option.
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    SOtM sNH-10G Network Switches x2 : The NEW KING of USB/Network Gadget Setup

    Each network is different, even with the same components. If I were you I would test the Finisar in two places. First between the Router and the Meraki. Then I would test between the Ether Regen and the Streamer.
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    EMM Labs DA2V2 versus Verity Monsalvat Pre-2

    Oh, I would love to find this kind of friends LOL. I would even pay them just to let me listen. Thank you, I appreciate your comment. MSB is a famous brand and you choosing EMM over it says a lot already.
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