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| Bang & Olufsen BeoSound 9000 - part/tool or workaround needed How about a really small flathead screwdriver? https://archivedforum2.beoworld.org/forums/t/30321.aspx | |
| late to streaming, recommendations? Keep in mind that streamer performance and its ability to keep up with current streamer service developments, depend heavily on the software support of the OS that runs the device. Pick a streamer brand that will have reliable firmware updates. A... | |
| Seeking Recommendations for a Streamer (No DAC) iFi Zen Stream 3 ~$400 new Gets the job done with good USB implementation Leaves you money for a $120 iFi power upgrade, if you want | |
| An Audio Amateur's question about McIntosh Audio When certain McIntosh models appeared at mid-fi online retailers like Crutchfield, it torpedoed the exclusivity of the brand name for some people. But it made it readily available for those who know what they want and don’t want to deal with a sal... | |
| What one change to your room, system, or setup made the biggest improvement? Activating the "COMP" button on my integrated amp made the music come alive, less veiled. | |
| integrated amp - jumper between preamp and amp I keep thinking about how adding a set of cables into the signal chain should not be better, different yes, but being better is questionable. What if you could internally hard wire those connections, that would be the ultimate connection, and sho... | |
| integrated amp - jumper between preamp and amp If you have a pair of RCA interconnects, plug them in to see if you notice anything. If you like what you hear, then you can consider buying a shorter "jumper" set. The good news is that McIntosh had the wisdom to do this with jumpers instead of ... | |
| Linear Power Supply Check out the two rail Uptone Audio JS-4. I used the now discontinued JS-2 for my DAC and it worked well. The JS-4 is the improved successor model. | |
| The Case for a Curated Hi-Fi Marketplace Built for the Die-Hards "if it's not broke, don't fix it" I think someone said that about selling books through an online bookstore too. | |
| The Case for a Curated Hi-Fi Marketplace Built for the Die-Hards This is a great idea. The centralization of trade-ins, demos, refurbs, open-box is very attractive. Maybe even clearance, new old stock too. | |
| Low volume (loudness) listening What about higher sensitivity speakers for those quiet night sessions? Yeah, I know it is not convenient to swap out cables, and having four speakers takes up more space. BUT it would work perfect, especially a single driver full range one. It is... | |
| how to use Aurliac Altair G1 - no lightning DS App anymore OP, Yes sir, just plug your digital output from your new device into the Auralic, go to the DAC menu and switch the input to whichever connection you are using (i.e., USB, Optical, Coax, etc.) Then turn off all the unused functions such as Proces... | |
| R&D vs. Marketing: Are we paying for tech or fake online hype? Don't forget that the magic sauce is the software that makes the hardware sing. This is where a lot of manufacturers struggle (or fail) to keep up with compatibility and new developments. A major cause of much frustration for users that want our e... | |
| Buying a Luxman L505z from Japan Here is an ACUPWR step down transformer that looks to be heavy duty compared to some others on AMZN. | |
| Buying a Luxman L505z from Japan There is a used US Market 507z unit in excellent condition (9/10) for sale at TMR for $7,000. You could probably make a deal for $6500 plus $135 shipping. I went through the same exercise before purchasing a US Accuphase unit. In the end, I justi... |