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What Does a Streamer Actually Do?
I am currently using a MacBook Pro as a server for a Lampizator Baltic 4 DAC. Thinking of replacing it with a streamer (Lumin) or a DIY Windows based computer server running Audirvana Studio which I run on my Mac. As this would be my first DIY server, what components should I focus on to...- DennisH
- Post #91
- Forum: General Audio Forum
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Denafrips Arce Streamer Review
I am considering the Arce streamer for use with my MacBook Pro and Lampizator Baltic 4 DAC. Any update on the issues with the Arce and thoughts as to whether it would be good upgrade to my setup? -
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Lampizator or PS Audio Directstream DAC Mk2?
I live in Scottsdale, Arizona, where the summers are really hot. I have the Lampizator Baltic 4 combined with a tube integrated amplifier and a tube phono amplifier. In all, I am running 23 tubes in a listening room that was a former bedroom. The Lampizator puts out the least heat of the...- DennisH
- Post #35
- Forum: General Audio Forum
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Is iPad/Laptop as Streamer Good Enough?
Thanks for your reply. So it is not as simple as I thought that the DAC could isolate all external noise coming in by USB. I will now have to try a dedicated streamer with my Baltic 4.- DennisH
- Post #53
- Forum: Computer Based Music Server Forum
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Is iPad/Laptop as Streamer Good Enough?
It is my understanding that any noise from a computer is due to the electrical signal in the USB cable connecting the computer to the DAC. Some DACs isolate all external electrical interference. Does anyone know if the Baltic 4 has any built in isolation? If it does, wouldn’t a MacBook be the...- DennisH
- Post #51
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VPI Prime ground loop
I have owned three VPI turntables and never had a grounding issue. I currently own the Prime. VPI customer service has always been responsive to my questions and service. Did you contact VPI directly or are you reporting what others have said about VPI online? My VPI Prime is grounded to my...- DennisH
- Post #2
- Forum: VPI Turntables and Tonearms Forum
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Is iPad/Laptop as Streamer Good Enough?
Interesting reading on the different opinions on a dedicated streamer versus using a MacBook as a streamer. I currently use a MacBook with Audirv?na Studio for streaming to my new Baltic 4. I have tried a dedicated streamer in the past with my previous DAC, but found that it didn’t sound that...- DennisH
- Post #48
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Is iPad/Laptop as Streamer Good Enough?
Maybe the reviewer who uses a MacBook Pro tried a streamer in his system and then converted back to a MacBook because he didn’t think it was worth the upgrade. I use a MacBook with my Baltic 4. I did try an Aurender with my previous DAC and it was better, but I didn‘t think the difference in...- DennisH
- Post #42
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Lampizator Baltic 4
My Baltic 4 was shipped in two weeks and received it in 3 days. It took about 40 hours of burn in to really open up, and then after 100 hours it sounded great. My previous DAC was the Brooklyn + and there is not comparison. It far exceeded my expectations. I primarily listened to vinyl on a VPI... -
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Lampizator Baltic 4
After reading all the positive reviews of Lampizator DACs, I ordered the Baltic 4 almost two weeks ago. Really looking forward to receiving it and hearing it myself for the first time.
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