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    Aries Cerat in France / Switzerland

    Kia ora from Aotearoa / New Zealand! I'm the very happy owner of a Kassandra MK2 Ref DAC. I'll be in France / Switzerland for the Rugby World Cup in September, staying near Geneva and travelling to Lyon a few times to watch the All Blacks. I have a massive favour to ask. I'm keen to hear a...
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    AC Kassandra Inputs - Is There a 'Best' Option?

    I have Kassandra Ref 2 DAC and an considering a server / streamer. I'm looking at two options: USB output only, and USB/SPDIF/AES with an uplift in cost. I use the USB input on the Kassie today. Given the double reclocking of the USB input on the DAC, what is your experience between the USB...
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    Opinions Wanted: Tube Power Amplifier Reliability

    Hi all Seeking some advice please. Please note, I’m not looking for any technical diagnosis / troubleshooting. Before I take any next steps I’m canvassing opinion on expected ‘reliability’ of one element of my system. I have a very well known, high end power amplifier. It is a stereo 12x tube...
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    Calling AC Kassandra Owners

    Good evening I took delivery of the AC Kassandra 2 Ref. yesterday. I was unable to audition so wasn't sure what expect. It is different from the previous DAC, but before I draw / post any conclusions, I'd appreciate fellow owner input on when your units sound stabilised to its final state. 1...
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    EMM Labs, Totaldac

    Good morning / afternoon / evening. I'm a music lover based in New Zealand. I've assembled a reasonable system to listen to computer based music and streaming via JRiver. I have come into some money and would like to significantly upgrade my Lampizator DAC. It has been very enjoyable however...

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