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  1. Di-fi

    Taiko Audio SGM Extreme : the Crème de la Crème

    Those fuses indeed exhibit a preferred direction, and typically, one orientation tends to yield better sound quality. Interestingly, some users have reported that SR fuses can sound noticeably better, when installed with the "S" side pointing towards the inside. However, it's not impossible that...
  2. Di-fi

    Antipodes Audio - KALA K22 G4 Music Server Review

    MUSIC SERVER REVIEWS, NETWORK PLAYER REVIEWS Antipodes G4 K22 CHRISTIAAN PUNTER 14 February 2024 6 Comments
  3. Di-fi

    Antipodes Audio - KALA K22 G4 Music Server Review

    NEWS Antipodes K22 G4: Music server & streamer in the listening test by RALPH WERNER | December 1, 2023
  4. Di-fi

    DC cables? Your recommendations?

    Well said Nenon. Thanks. Regarding my other question about the Silk sleeving Instead of Cotton or Teflon, if you don't mind, can you also copy a reply from a PM here ;-) Again, much appreciated @nenon
  5. Di-fi

    DC cables? Your recommendations?

    @nenon may I also ask why you abandoned the shield for DC cables? JSSG360 Shield vs. Single Metal Braid: Shielding and braiding in audio cables can minimize interference and achieve a certain level of signal purity. Silk Instead of Cotton or Teflon: The choice of silk to influence capacitance...
  6. Di-fi

    DC cables? Your recommendations?

    @flowcharts , using or modifying the cable in this way may compromise the intended design and potential sound quality benefits of the Ferrum Hypsos. In case someone is interested, I just noticed that Ghent does make a Hypsos PSU cable with the WEIPU connector. Weipu SF1210/P4(1/3-, 2/4+)...
  7. Di-fi

    Network Acoustics new USB cable MUON2

    My pleasure! MUON2 seems to outshine in almost every way. But, it's really up to the user to decide if that fits what they're looking for in a USB cable. Just picture how handy it could be for an audiophile to have charts like these bundled with each cable.
  8. Di-fi

    Network Acoustics new USB cable MUON2

    Hi Luca, Your comparison is truly inspiring. I've taken the liberty of sharing your chart here , and I've complemented it with a spider graph featuring your results on the Muon2. This representation should offer a clearer visual comparison of the three. I appreciate your openness in sharing your...
  9. Di-fi

    Taiko Audio SGM Extreme : the Crème de la Crème

    I did remember since I wrote it ;-) As you did not specify what specifically you are looking for in a DC connector, here some things to consider. They both have contacts made of 24k gold-plated copper alloy. Elecaudio also has a version with tellurium plating. Viborg seems to handle thicker...
  10. Di-fi

    Taiko Audio SGM Extreme : the Crème de la Crème

    Post #15,811 (https://www.whatsbestforum.com/threads/taiko-audio-sgm-extreme-the-cr%C3%A8me-de-la-cr%C3%A8me.27433/post-861920) To help keep reliable and performing DC connections to the Switch, see below some ''not wonky'' DC plugs or copper & silver finished DC cables. According to...
  11. Di-fi

    DC cables? Your recommendations?

    Great result! Thanks for sharing. I read before (but did not try) that starquad DC cables can yield better results than twisted pair/biwire. Did you use shielded or unshielded Mundorf SGW 110? I find it interesting that you prefer copper sheath as outer wrap (instead of braided copper)? Did you...
  12. Di-fi

    Taiko Audio SGM Extreme : the Crème de la Crème

    Before considering any recommendations for (speaker? see above) footers, it's essential to ask yourself what your specific goals are. Are you seeking isolation from external vibrations, high-frequency damping, enhancing the casing's sound quality, reducing internal vibrations, or preventing the...
  13. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

    Gentle reminder SETTINGS > AUDIO > INNOUS MUSIC PLAYER > LOCAL PLAYER SETTINGS Low latency mode provides better sound quality
  14. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

  15. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

    Then why did you recommend your cable here in the first place? :cool: . I just follow up on that post. It might be an advantage to know as USB cables for Pulsar users? ;)
  16. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

    I am talking connectors, not the USB a,b, or c 'signal' if that is what you mean. Apparently we agree that USB-C connectors are fine for everyday use and probably that's why nobody cares. I never really looked into it, but it's possible that USB-C connectors could be more reliable than USB A or...
  17. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

    Honestly, USB-C connectors seem a bit too small and not as secure as I'd like for audiophile cables. In my opinion they might not be the best choice for this purpose and also less robust for audiophile cables. Their design is more focused on versatility and compatibility with various devices...
  18. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

    I had to look it up but I referred to the GAC-4/1 Ultra Pro Starquad balanced (each conductor Reussen shielded), probably more stiff than GAC-4/1? Maybe it will also make a great USB cable but for now I will stick with a Sablon 2020 (that I compared with a Lush^2 - and a Curious USB). Staying...
  19. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

    Cables do indeed exhibit variations in performance, and this distinction is often more noticeable in higher resolving audio setups. It's important to recognize that no single cable can excel in every application. Both standard and custom cables can offer excellent performance. Typically, the...
  20. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

    Are there any distinctive SQ features that set it apart from Chord, Belden, Supra, or BJC, as mentioned in this thread? I recall the GAC 4/1 'microphone cable' being quite popular a few years back for DIY DC cables due to its multiple shielding layers and the star quad design for excellent RF...
  21. Di-fi

    DC cables? Your recommendations?

    I do understand now, I misread your initial comment. No pic necessary. ;-)
  22. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

    I appreciate your comments. Maybe you over analyze a tiny bit, but I do appreciate your curiosity. The great thing is that you don't necessarily have to spend a substantial budget to discover high-quality USB or Ethernet cables. There are excellent options available without breaking the bank...
  23. Di-fi

    DC cables? Your recommendations?

    Acting upon your advice, I opted for SGW115 (unshielded), the thickest of the three available gauges, to craft a DC cable using various recipes. The results have been exceptionally rewarding in terms of elevating sound quality to an unprecedented level (server/endpoint and last switch power...
  24. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

    I suppose we agree to disagree on USB cables and their influence on SQ. Hence my curiosity about this Supra Excalibur cable. Until now you did not specify your USB connection, for understandable reasons, but if I only had a setup like yours, between your Pulsar in Endpoint mode into Holo May...
  25. Di-fi

    DC cables? Your recommendations?

    Thanks. Any chance you can share an image, please? I am not aware of any other connector compatible with the female WEIPU as shown above. I am surprised your Hypsos did not even come with and original FH Canare 4S6 Star Quad for comparison?
  26. Di-fi

    DC cables? Your recommendations?

    As far as I am aware, Taiko refrains from making cable recommendations. @nenon , who promotes Mundorf SGW wire for his NMSGs DC cables, has a connection with Sean Jacobs. I'm interested in understanding whether the Angelique wire offers similar rigidity, depending on the gauge. Angelique seems...
  27. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

    Thanks, good for you!
  28. Di-fi

    DC cables? Your recommendations?

    Thanks @engadin ...and too bad because: It appears that the challenge lies in the specific connector used by Ferrum Hypsos DC cables, the WEIPU 4 pin connector, which requires a cable with a custom pin-out. Ferrum had shared the pinout with me and approved having it built by a professional...
  29. Di-fi

    Innuos Pulsar ????

    Interesting, Excalibur will beat cables as good as USB cables at least 5-6 times its price and specifically when used between Innuos Pulsar streamer and Holo Audio May KTE DAC? If you don’t mind me asking, to get a ballpark, would that number of RFI/EMI tricks elevate SQ like 5% or more when...
  30. Di-fi

    DC cables? Your recommendations?

    What better dc cable did you end up trying/buying? The FH cable needs to be a special 4 wire cable to be sure the sensing function is working (2 extra separate wires). When I contacted Audio Sensibility they where not willing to try that so I would be very interested to know if you found an...

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