Hey, thanks all. Need to digest all the comments. Will report back on the outcome. Need to consider my budget - might look ay investing more but going to wait now until I can find a dealer and be able to visit, I think.
I'm in Spain and it's been very weird. I'm nowhere near ready for retirement and don't think I ever will be! It's been very scary but I'm a lucky one. I usually travel a lot but can also work from home. I'm enjoying a less hectic lifestyle and finding a balance.
I think those of us who don't...
I'm fairly new to all of this really but it seems from my reading that you need to match your headphones to your amp really? And your own taste? Surely it's subjective?
A friend of mine swears by his Pro iCAN (amp) and Pro iDSD (DAC/streamer) stack from iFi audio - he would say that for his...
Hi. Just seen this when replying to the xCAN thread. I have an iMac that I'm probably going to link up to an xDSD and some desktop speakers. The iMac (and my MacBook) are a bit noisy to be honest - a hum as mentioned above - would the iDefender+ work here? I think I've read about Macs in general...
Hey there. I was thinking about the xDSD to work with my iMac and desktop speakers. Would this work instread or do I still need a DAC? I used to have a nano BL but lost it. Don't ask. Now on shut down in Spain and need to get my act into gear to up my istening or I'm going to go mad.
Thanks
Hey guys - now really thinking about getting one of these - xDSD.
I can get from Amazon Spain - xDSD - (which might be best at the moment) but who would you recommend going to for a dealer in Spain?
PS Also noticed this on the iFi site from an Amazon UK review -
"On my PS4 volume levels...
Okay guys - lots to consider then.
Budget would be up to £500 to start with I guess as I'm aslo trying to sort out my digital set-up (over in another thread lol) - although I have to say I'm getting more and more excited about getting into the vinyl.
First bit of advice I;m going to take is...
Thanks. Mmm get the LPS should help things most definitely. . I was also reading eslewhere that my iMac could potentially have grounding issues as well. I can't say I noticed a hum or buzz before but then I wasn't settled long enough really. Listened to more audio on the move.
I need to have a...
Have just 'inherited' a vinyl collection but don't have anyhting to play them on. Looking for a budget turntable. What would you guys suggest? Completely new to vinyl so need something relatively easy to set-up and understand.
yup - I don't mind them for a harmless watch but please, let that be the last one. This guy has more to offer. Keep meaning to watch this - The Vanishing - but haven't got round to it yet.
I'm setting up my home, well flat-office, and starting from scratch having recently lost my portable dac/amp while travelling. What would work well with an iMac? I'm looking to spend less than £300 ish as i'm on a small budget due to new circumstances but I can't live without my music. I prefer...
Hey there. thanks for the response - don't think my budget runs to the Susvaras! lol. I bet they make a great listen though. The Ananda's might be a goer. Need to find somewhere near me I can audition them. Anyone got them? Would welcome you thoughts. Thanks.
I'm not a big poster as I travel ALOT and don't always get the time I'd like to mouch around and post but I've become an occassional member on a few varied forums of late and still keep coming back to this one. It has a great feel and I love the plans you've laid out. All good stuff and thanks...
Mmm Focal Utopia - look like i need to get myself to a show. Any recommendations? I've in Spain btu often travel for work in Europe. Someone on another thread is reccomending the HD800s... any thoughts on those ones?