LAIV Harmony


New company with a new product.  There are several "professional" reviews out there, but not much consumer input here or elsewhere.  Those that have been using now for over a month, what are your thoughts?  What were you using previously and how does it compare?

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I’m a bit surprised I haven’t seen anyone talk about HQPlayer in this thread.  HQPlayer has added correction settings for Laiv’s DACs and it’s definitely the single best upgrade I’ve heard with the Laiv Harmony.

I’ve used HQP with the Harmony DAC with good success for some time - I’ve certainly posted about it but perhaps not on this forum. Thanks very much for the heads up re DAC correction being added and that you’ve found it to be so effective. That’s very encouraging - I look forward to trying this on my return from travelling.

I’ve used HQP with the Harmony DAC with good success for some time - I’ve certainly posted about it but perhaps not on this forum.

I'd be interested in hearing your impressions and what filters you prefer.  I really like the poly-sinc-gauss filters and feel it adds some additional dimensionality to voices and stringed instruments.

I actually avoided trying HQP for quite a while since I thought it'd add too much complexity or limit my streaming to Qobuz.  Was very surprised to learn it's pretty easy to set up and just an extra button click once settings are locked in.

Hey friends,

 

Happy Easter! 

I’ll be exhibiting at AXPONA 2026 with LAiV Audio.
We’ll be showcasing the LAiV Crescendo series — FPGA R-2R DAC/Preamp, stereo/monoblocks power amp. There’s never been a better time for high-fidelity audio, where rapid innovation, advance manufacturing and technology are bringing exceptional performance within reach. 


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Many thanks,

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