For the Router and the Taiko Switch, I think with 3 A, no problem.
Taiko Audio Extreme Router
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Long user of a Kenneth Lee PSU and trying to upgrade, tried a Keces P14 with worst results. Thought about Farad Super 6 but, per Emile’s advice ordered a Uptone JS-2.
Olympus #25 arrived in NJ on Monday, 3 days ago.. Bob Visitainer made the drive from Brooklyn on Tuesday to help set it up and help me place it on a shelf that is 5.5" high. . At this point, the only comment I wish to make is that I discovered the greatest accessory I have ever bought for my audio system.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGCM2KKZ?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title
This wonderful and essential device made 2 old men very happy!
I've only explored USB out at this point while waiting for the HDMI KBL cable to break in. Currently struggling with transfer of Roon data from the Extreme but all in good time.
(Also, I'm another happy customer with the Uptone JS-2 which I have been using with the DCD for over a year.)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGCM2KKZ?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title
This wonderful and essential device made 2 old men very happy!
I've only explored USB out at this point while waiting for the HDMI KBL cable to break in. Currently struggling with transfer of Roon data from the Extreme but all in good time.
(Also, I'm another happy customer with the Uptone JS-2 which I have been using with the DCD for over a year.)
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Uptone JS-2 here also, until a suitable Taiko BPS becomes available 
I just bought the zayin. I have to give it some time for burn in, and then make the comparison.
Greeting @VPN, for your Zayin, did you select the 6Amp version or the 10Amp « HC » version. Regardless, I am looking forward to your findings on this purpose built LPS.
Forgive me for not knowing the details of your use-case (I.E., voltage output requirements).
Thank you! Re-tread
Forgive me for not knowing the details of your use-case (I.E., voltage output requirements).
Thank you! Re-tread
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I just replaced a 12V Plixir Elite supply with a Zayin Suprareg 12V/6A (thanks @CKKeung) feeding the DC distributor, router and switch. The DC cables that come with the Suprareg are excellent. I asked for one short one (12") and one standard length. I cut the standard length into two 12" pieces and terminated it with the same Oyaide DC connectors as used by Zayin. Using those between the DCD and router, switch.
As someone else already said the DCD, router and switch really take to power supply improvements. The difference between the Plixir with 2' long cables and the Zayin with 1' cables is clearly audible. Music sounds more solid and calmer. Like it is coming from a local source. I very much prefer the sound with the Suprareg with short cables.
It was a worthwhile upgrade IMHO.
My Extreme is sounding so good right now that I have trouble comprehending how my Olympus and I/O could sound any better. But I will find out as mine is shipping this week.
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As someone else already said the DCD, router and switch really take to power supply improvements. The difference between the Plixir with 2' long cables and the Zayin with 1' cables is clearly audible. Music sounds more solid and calmer. Like it is coming from a local source. I very much prefer the sound with the Suprareg with short cables.
It was a worthwhile upgrade IMHO.
My Extreme is sounding so good right now that I have trouble comprehending how my Olympus and I/O could sound any better. But I will find out as mine is shipping this week.
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Steve williams
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I said the same thing. Be prepared to be gobsmacked. The Extreme on its own is simply fantastic and then when you hear the Olympus, you can't unring that bell. Let us know your thoughts when you get it
Thanks to you--and Emile!
And you are in good company as @steve williams also ordered a JS-2 this past week.
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Hi VPN,
I was wondering how you like your Zayin Suprareg vs the Plixir Statement for powering the Taiko Trio (Switch, Router & DCD).
Since I want to move my home router to a separate LPS, it's either the Zayin Suprareg or a second Plixir Statement. I'm open to both, also because they cost nearly the same.
Many thanks for your thoughts and listening experience.
... and of course pleasant Christmas holidays.
I was wondering how you like your Zayin Suprareg vs the Plixir Statement for powering the Taiko Trio (Switch, Router & DCD).
Since I want to move my home router to a separate LPS, it's either the Zayin Suprareg or a second Plixir Statement. I'm open to both, also because they cost nearly the same.
Many thanks for your thoughts and listening experience.
... and of course pleasant Christmas holidays.
Hi VPN,
I was wondering how you like your Zayin Suprareg vs the Plixir Statement for powering the Taiko Trio (Switch, Router & DCD).
Since I want to move my home router to a separate LPS, it's either the Zayin Suprareg or a second Plixir Statement. I'm open to both, also because they cost nearly the same.
Many thanks for your thoughts and listening experience.
... and of course pleasant Christmas holidays.
Hi MusicFellow!
To my surprise Emile several months ago recommended in one of the Taiko threads to use the output of the DCD not only to power T router and T switch but also my (Fritzbox) home router and not to use a separate linear power supply.
This is what I did and the results are pretty awesome.
Otoh I didn’t seriously compare as the DCD is powered by a Sean Jacobs mini arc6 dc4, my Fritzbox had been powered by a Ferrum Hypsos.
Cheers Ulrich
... ok so the "logic" would be that the DCD's magic offsets the higher current draw of the LPS, which would effect the Switch and Router.
In any case, thank you for the input!! That might save around 2k for a LPS, if this solution is preferable
Anyone else who tried this (or wants to give it a try) and likes it more?
My SJ mini arc6 dc4 offers 4Ampere. This is enough for Taiko DCD, T switch, T router and my Fritzbox 5590 fiber.
When using my Ferrum Hypsos for a test, the Amperes needed for Taiko three and Fritz, the Ferrum display showed less than 3Ampere.
Your Plixir Statement offers 6Ampere.
I think this should be enough.
But do try a second decent lps and do tell us about the results.
Cheers, Ulrich
When using my Ferrum Hypsos for a test, the Amperes needed for Taiko three and Fritz, the Ferrum display showed less than 3Ampere.
Your Plixir Statement offers 6Ampere.
I think this should be enough.
But do try a second decent lps and do tell us about the results.
Cheers, Ulrich
Hehe, I'd like to but hoped that somebody else who already has a second LPS could run this test.
If it's indeed better/equal, this alone would already save nearly the price of the DCD.
With high-end being also so high-end in price these days, a bit of thriftiness is welcome.
If it's indeed better/equal, this alone would already save nearly the price of the DCD.
With high-end being also so high-end in price these days, a bit of thriftiness is welcome.
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