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Improving on the stream of a combined streamer dac

I recently (foolishly) compared the streamed sound of my Electrocompanient

ECM 1 Mk II to internally stored digital downloads on the same ( ie not stored in my Small Green Computer server).  I was surprised how much better the downloaded files sounded.  Perhaps, I was naive to think otherwise.  So, I started looking at old audiogon threads to see if I could figure a quick and easy fix to up the sound of the streamer but found little that made sense or was affordable.  My question is whether I should continue to search, or if I should take it for what its worth and just listen to the music.  The rest of my digital front end:  Small Green computer server,  a Trendnet unmanaged switch and the ECM.  I use a Luna Orange ethernet cable from switch to ECM and a Purist Audio cable to the SGC.  Thanks for your advice and happy holidays to all.

rivinyl
rivinyl OP
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I have thought of adding a LPS.  If one were to prioritize use of an LPS would the best sonic impact be adding the LPS to the network switch  vs router vs server?

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jjss49
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I have thought of adding a LPS.  If one were to prioritize use of an LPS would the best sonic impact be adding the LPS to the network switch  vs router vs server?

iI is a chain that the signal travels through, so every step/stage needs to minimize electrical noise and benefits from quiet power supplies

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audphile1
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@rivinyl cool! Keep us posted. 
When you get the 🐍 Ethernet, I would suggest your wireworld to feed the switch, purist to your server, and 🐍 to DAC. 
Allow the new cable 200hrs to settle just to be sure. I know my WW Starlight 10 Twinax took a few weeks to break in. 

Please report back. 
 

 

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audphile1
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As a side note…I was listening to vinyl for a couple hours last night and while it’s really good, digital is great as well. It’s a matter of being able to enjoy both formats. Don’t compare. Just listen to music. Easier said than done…I know. Lol

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danmar123
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As I'm writing this, I'm waiting for the delivery for my TP-Link. I already took delivery for the LHY battery LPS & solid Silver Ethernet cable (Chinese). as of direction in the "What's the best Forum" 

Here's the directions;

Setup WR902AC:
1. Look at the back of the unit. It should say the name of the device Wifi.
2. Power up the unit using the 5V micro USB. Give it a minute.
3. On a computer select the 2.4Ghz Wifi from the TPLink. Type in the password, this is on the back label on step #1.
4. Once you’re connected, go to http://tplinkwifi.net
(If this step does not work use a fresh browser after deleting the cache)
5. The first time it will force you to set a new admin password.
6. Once you’re in the menu, cancel the quick setup.
7. On the left bar go to the Wireless 5Ghz. Turn off this radio.
8. Go to USB settings. Under Storage Sharing and FTP Server tabs disable both.
9. Go to System Tools, Time Settings, and click on Daylight Savings, Save, Get time from PC, Save. Close the browser.
10. Unplug the power from the TPLink.
11. On the left side of the device move the physical toggle down to CLIENT.
12. Reattach the power. Select the TPLink wifi again and connect.
13. Open the browser again and go back to TPLinkwifi.net
14. Go to Quick Setup. Click Next. Now select CLIENT. Next.
15. There should be a list of your home’s 2.4Gz wifi channels. Select your Wifi with the highest signal strength. On the next screen it will ask for your Wifi password. Click Next, then Next.
16. At the end of the setup it will ask you to click FINISH. Then the device will reset. This will take 2 minutes.
17. At this point the TPLInk Wifi ID will disappear from your computer’s Wifi list. The TPLink is now an extension of your home Wifi. If you connect your computer to the TPLink via LAN it will be an ethernet hotspot (turn off your computer’s Wifi first!). Run a test by opening a browser and you should have normal internet access.
18. You’re all set up! Connect the TPLink to your music server using a dedicated low-noise battery and enjoy! Make sure the battery back is detached from any charging input as that can add noise.
 

Hope this helps. Will report soon.

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