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    Do I really need an " Audio Grade Network Switch "?

    Another believer in the use of audiophile switches, LPS’ and quality power cables. Also the Ferrum Hypsos power supply combines the best of a LPS and switched power supply. I use the SoTM, Melco and Telegartner, in that order. The Melco and Telegartner are powered by the Sean Jacobs LPS...
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    PSI Audio AVAA C20 Active Bass Absorber

    My AVAA C20 journey has continued. I think I’ve maxed out. That’s a good thing. When I last posted I was using the C20’s in the four corners of my listening space. I’ve had a demo unit for an extended period of time so when my 4th one arrived I moved the demo unit from a rear corner and...
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    Innuos Statement: Nextgen vs Non-Nextgen

    Congratulations on the upgrade. I agree with your conclusions except there is more improvement to come with time. The upgrade includes many new components that take some time to reach their best performance. The improvements are clearly audible. You mentioned bass performance. My bass is so...
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    Re-imagining "Class A" Amplification

    This post has been a long time coming. I’m just a infrequent, hesitant poster. 2023 was a seminal year for my system. Along the way, while searching for my ultimate amplifier solution I found Westminster’s MSB DC umbilical cables. At the FL Audio Expo I found Fred and his Westminster amps. I...
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    A new star in 2019 : Innuos Statement Server

    Hi: sorry but I can’t answer your question because the upgraded DC cable was in place years before the NextGen Power upgrade. i first upgraded to the Chord umbillicals. a nice bump in performance. Switching to the Sean Jacob's umbillicals was a far more impactful change. Details are tough to...
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    A new star in 2019 : Innuos Statement Server

    Using HRS Center Stage footers. 1 set. Just placed under the stacked units. Footers worked well. Footers worked even better when placed on a HRS rack and platform. Sean Jacob’s DC power umbilical cables. NexGen Power upgrade.
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    Innuos Statement nextgen v Antipodes K50

    I wanted to post 1 entry about the Starement with Next Gen power upgrade since nobody is taking time out from listening to post. And there is a manufacturer’s rep posting on behalf of Antipods. Where’s Kevin from Innuos? The power upgrade proved a significant improvement to the player. Shows...
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    Sonus Faber Lilium

    Phenomenal speakers. Surprising to those unfamiliar with the current sound. I love mine.
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    PSI Audio AVAA C20 Active Bass Absorber

    Ah, I see. You plan ahead, way ahead! My 3d and 4th AVAA’s were placed in the rear corners of my listening space. I was interested in reading your assessment of their impact added to the rear corners. I found it significant. I’ll stay tuned to your project to learn about your findings.
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    PSI Audio AVAA C20 Active Bass Absorber

    Hi Quad: Where are the 2 new AVAA’s going to be placed?
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    MPD-8 Playback Designs - What did you own before and what did you compare with?

    Hi Hyperion: yes, I agree with your comments. Totally. They are different than the comments I responded to. The Playback Designs was in the mix when I purchased. You can’t go wrong with either choice.
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    MPD-8 Playback Designs - What did you own before and what did you compare with?

    I can’t let your statement about MSB go unchallenged. Have you heard it in your system in your home? The latest MSB stack with the new filters and Digital Director provide a totally musical, non-digital sound. I know this to be a fact since I own it. While I understand it is a different...
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    MSB Select Digital Director and Westminster Lab upgrade dc cables : The throne of MSB Select DAC secured!

    I will simply confirm what CK and QuadDiffuser have stated although stepped down to the Reference level. All the same elements are enhanced to present a significant improvement over the stock DC cable. Combined with the AVAA active bass traps, the improvements are even more noticeable in my...
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    PSI Audio AVAA C20 Active Bass Absorber

    Hi Ron: Yes, they are in the 4 corners of my space. Seems to be where the pressure is greatest. With one exception but I can’t place one there. I experimented with the first 2 up front and thought 1/4 in from each side was good. But corners were better. I’m still working on getting the...
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    PSI Audio AVAA C20 Active Bass Absorber

    Hi: My AVAA Update I wanted to share my recent experience with the AVAA’s. I started with 1 and results were very good. In my space it seems all frequencies except bass have been handled nicely by Artnovion absorbers and diffusers. Bass was very present and powerful and pretty clean when I...
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    The Digital Director - A new MSB product improving everything from the source to the output

    I think you’ll find a switched power supply in the Premier and a linear power supply in the Ref. in terms of your decision I had the Reference working with the Innuos Statement before adding the Ref DD. Excellent results. MSB does raise the performance level when moving from the Premier to...
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    How to get a mono sub out from MSB?

    I’m likely the wrong person to try to answer this but I was trying to integrate a Reference with my Trinnov. Wanted 2 woofers also. Ended up with 2 separate systems. Source to MSB then direct into speakers. Woofers will be connected REL style. And a HT system with its own speakers and woofers...
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    Sonus Faber Lilium vs Focal Scala V2

    Yes, I agree with RHMMM. I own the Lilium and it certainly does have a different sound signature from the Focal. I’m guessing it’s difficult to demo but an effort would be helpful. it’s likely we are both pleased with our speakers. Good luck with your search.
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    PSI Audio AVAA C20 Active Bass Absorber

    Hi: My understanding of the differences is that they are aesthetic and functional vs performance oriented. The 215 is cylindrical and smaller in diameter. The 215 can be controlled through a smart phone app. This is a digitally controlled system. The 215 has 2 smaller diaphragms vs 1 larger...
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    PSI Audio AVAA C20 Active Bass Absorber

    Ordered 2 of the analog 20’s today. Excited to put 2 of them in my space.
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    The Digital Director - A new MSB product improving everything from the source to the output

    USB. ProISL. Listening briefly this morning. Wow! Stunning presence and natural tonality.
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    The Digital Director - A new MSB product improving everything from the source to the output

    I first heard the DD at the FL Audio Expo in Vince’s room. I made arrangements to get one. Thanks, Vince. The Reference DD was added to a Reference DAC. The differences were significant. The changes totally raise the level of the Reference. It takes the listener to a new level of the “you are...
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    PSI Audio AVAA C20 Active Bass Absorber

    Demoing the AVAA for the past week. my room is treated (Artnovion) but bass trapping was minimal at best. Adding an AVAA makes clearly heard differences. Good ones to my ears. I plan to buy 2. I settled on a front corner after trying 4 different locations. I hear the changes described in this...
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    The Digital Director - A new MSB product improving everything from the source to the output

    Hi divertiti: DAC is a Reference. Listening impressions, as best I can express them, are still to come. I will finally be able to listen to the DAC again starting early next week. Can’t wait!
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    The Digital Director - A new MSB product improving everything from the source to the output

    Hi: Regular observer, not much of a poster here. Wonderfully enjoyable thread. Very thoughtful. And informative. My Ref DD was installed this past Monday. I’m away from it for another 8 days. So I’m counting on this thread to keep me connected to what I remember hearing for the 2 1/2 days I...
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    Sonus Faber Lilium

    Hi Annapurna: Just resurrecting this thread. I was wondering how you resolved your questions about tri-wiring and footers on your Lilium’s? I took delivery of a pair in mid-April. I’m tri-wiring and using footers. popspin
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    Sonus Faber Extrema

    Hi: I loved your story about challenges faced in moving your Extremas into their prime position. I’ve been working on that effort with a new pair of Lilium’s. (Please resist making comments on pre and post Franco sound signatures). Weighing 230lbs with weight not distributed evenly, I found...
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    Stillpoints Ultra 6 v's Critical Mass Systems Centre Stage 2

    My response is not a direct reply to the question but given the lack of answers, I’ll offer this brief reply: I used Stillpoint SS’s for 5 years. I liked them very much in the beginning because they made the center image float and offered additional clarity and some more bass emphasis. Over...
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    A new star in 2019 : Innuos Statement Server

    Wow! Simply wow! You are my hero!! You have accomplished what I can only dream about. I am picking around the edges, that’s it. Even so, my results have been very pleasing. I do have a dedicated space, separate panel for the space, 11 dedicated circuits and earth ground. Shunyata outlets...
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    A new star in 2019 : Innuos Statement Server

    Alex, Marty, Kenny: Thank you for your sane responses to my comments. They were thoughtful and well reasoned. As noted earlier, the Statement has been a major contributor to whatever remains of my sanity after these past 9 months! As I look forward to future enhancements I have experiencing...

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