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  1. Mikem53

    CloudPlay streaming using JRiver media center

    Good day all, I came across CloudPlay Streaming on one of my searches. JRiver offers this service within their software that allows you to upload a playlist of mixed Lossless tracks that will be shared with others apparently at no cost. So you get to stream what other users of JRiver Software...
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    Yggdrasil variants, now in 3 flavors.

    Was ordering something on the Schiit site and noticed some new models. Here is a summary from their site: Now Available in Three Flavors Yes. Now, Yggdrasil is available in three different “flavors,” including two that (gasp) cost less than the original, and provide higher performance! Yes, we...
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    Apple’s M1 ARM native mode

    I noticed that jRiver media center has a software version that runs in M1 native mode. Not using X86 instruction set emulation would reduce cpu activities quite a bit. A new faster version of the chip is also out. I believe the M1 also came with a new USB controller.. Just wondering if anyone...
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    Moved away from my first ever Active SS preamp ..

    So.. I thought I would share my recent experiences with linestage/preamps in my main system. I dropped out of the HiFi forum scene for a couple of months. (somehow this didn’t make the news headlines). I was able to focus on listening first and then read research, opinions, reviews.. etc...
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    Interesting test from Jay

    Caught this as I subscribe to Jay’s vids. Short and interesting..
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    Got Covid in the house

    My wife tested positive for Covid last Saturday.. At her office, several people who have been vaccinated twice, still got Covid and are dealing with it. One of them is now hospitalized. My wife has the symptoms but is managing ok, watching things closely. She is 17 years younger than me and...
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    MANUFACTURING 3-INCH ANTI-AIRCRAFT SHELLS WORLD WAR II ORDNANCE FILM FRANKFORD ARSENAL

    Dont let the boring title fool you. I found this video to be fascinating and gave me an appreciation for the workmanship and labor involved in making one shell that they literally made millions of. The measurements and details that they had to perform for each shell is amazing. Maybe some others...
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    Finally got out yesterday to visit a Friend and enjoy some Music !!

    Good Day All.. Thought I would share some pictures and thoughts after visiting a friend and enjoying some music yesterday. Was a great way to spend part of a rainy day. I got to hear some great Vinyl as Sinatra came alive through the Soundlabs and Micro Seki TT. I held out for digital, but I...
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    USPS Informed delivery service

    I received some information about the USPS informed delivery service and decided to sign up for it. This is a free service that takes a photo of your mail and shows you what will be delivered that day and what is arriving soon. So you get a scan of the addressed envelope so you know what’s...
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    Digital age Q-Tip / otoscope

    Maybe useful for us audiophile types. Sounds interesting ! More info
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    Litter robot

    For years, I have resisted trying and buying a self cleaning litter box due to the complexity, half assed designs and idea that they could never get it right.. but recently I gave in and decided to give one A try.. The litter robot had a 90 day trial period, in production for a couple of decades...
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    The way it used to be...

    Have a trip down memory lane.. Baby boomers remember
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    Selling gear and Karma

    About a year ago, I sold off a pair of speakers I had laying around, unused and unwanted. I listed them and received a note from a very enthusiastic buyer who has been searching for these particular speakers. He said he didn’t have the funds yet but would have it soon and would I hold it for...
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    Largest vinyl collection

    Interesting fellow.. No streaming required.
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    CE Generators

    “The CE Generators simply absorb bad energy and convert it to good energy, you will feel better and your stereo system will sound a lot better, with better imaging, details, dynamics, and simply just sound a lot more realistic.” Prices: Single CE Generator - $150 Set of three CE Generators -...
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    Copper magazine

    FYI... Was visiting PS audio’s website looking something up and came across Copper magazine that is available for downloading. My first encounter with their monthly publication. I downloaded a copy to check it out, expecting to see ads and whatnot about PS audio’s products.. Instead I found no...
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    Soulful singing, From Daryl’s House Live, featuring Shelby Lynne

    Shelby Lynne and Daryl Hall with his musicians at Daryl’s house Live. I have a couple of Shelbys albums, she can be very smooth and sultry sounding.. This Live version of Leaving really is quite a performance all the way around.. Shelby pours her heart into it, enjoy. She can belt it out !
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    SIT3 First Watt first impressions

    Good Day all, I thought i would post a few pics of the SIT3 as I removed the top cover for a peek. Its been a few weeks now since using the SIT3 most of those days. It seems to be broken in, mostly so. I admit to buying this amp on an impulse, too much forum browsing and cruising video reviews...
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    Study/Copy Dartzeel NHB108

    Want a $1490 DartZeel NHB108 ? Maybe Fool your neighbors ? lol.. Amazing there is a market for these... buyer beware I wonder if they fill those MU cans with sand for added realism. Fake Dartzeel
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    Young talent ! Banjo playing.. great vid worth the click ...

    Came across this video .. Awesome to see and hear, enjoy. @morricab @Gregadd came to mind Who would appreciate. Cotton picking kids
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    My Cat’s equipment evaluation

    Just fired up the amp to warm up and put on something for background music as I sip away on some coffee. Patty comes in right away and gets into what looks like some serious listening. So I grabbed my iPad and record her listening and then check out the amp and heat sink Up close at the end...
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    A Cappella, How low can you go ?

    Presenting the Fairfield Four, singing Roll Jordon roll. redbook CD that I’ve had for years. here is a sample, it starts out slow, then the baritone starts and it keeps blossoming with a deep low ending. The recording is rich, airy and big, just an amazing presentation. Anyone else ?
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    My First iPhone recording and nice song

    My first attempt to record music from my system. Using iPhone 12 In the listening position, on a tripod. Set at HD 60 on the video setting. Volume similar to what I would be listening to in same position. Music is by Shelby Lynne, I only want to be with you. A great song with morning coffee.. I...
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    iPhone madness

    So less than a year ago, I had a iPhone X that I purchased outright, an unlocked version to use on any carrier with no contracts. I received an offer from my carrier, AT&T for a free upgrade to an iPhone XS, no trade in required and same plan for two years or pay to get out, standard stuff. So I...
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    Introducing the Vacuum tube and the Transistor.

    I enjoy these old documentaries and the viewpoints expressed back then.. The scenery and equipment used, the commentators excitement, etc.. Also provides a simplistic but effective way in describing the Technology. The transistor film was from 1953, less technical, more about shaping the...
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    New Pass Pre has arrived.

    My two scouts on duty watching Out for FedEx It finally arrived and is breaking in.. I took an early listen, and it sounds thin, narrow/closed in.. Hoping it improves quickly ! I don’t have a dealer nearby, bought it with a trial period, hoping it works out as it has for others and...
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    Happy Birthday Frank !!

    Today, Saturday Dec 12 is Frank Sinatra’s Birthday !! One of my favorite singers of all time. I have almost ALL his recordings. He is one of those artist’s that I can put on any album and play it through and enjoy every song. Frank’s vocals, timing and diction were so perfect in many of his...
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    Public Thank You to iFi for the great tutorial on the Senn HD600 repair

    Had a bad contact in my senn hd650 headphones and found a video on how to carefully open it up and repair the very small connections to the diaphragm.. @AMR / iFi audio provided a great tutorial, Many Thanks, much appreciated!
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    Wi-Fi streaming issue fixed..

    I was having some system hangs using my office system MBP while streaming from my NAS or streaming service. I would lose my network connection from my router occasionally with full signal strength showing. Only the wireless band would stop, not the wired. In admin advanced mode, I was able to...
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    Cats and music, meet Patty

    This is Patty, she comes In the room most of the time when I’m Listening to music.. She sits center in The sweet spot when the music is on. I had other cats who also would sit between the speakers almost center each time.. I can see her ears moving to different instruments as they come on...

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