hgeifman

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My DAC no longer working using digital inputs
Ps: When using Amarra sQ 2.0, please start iTunes first and then start Amarra sQ 2.0. This allows the correct connections to be made between iTunes and Amarra sQ. Please verify that Amarra sQ 2.0 was installed correctly. I had to install a 2nd tim... 
Luxman vs. Accuphase
Murgeshj: My Luxman 590ax sounded good when I first started playing it. However, it really sounded great after about a month of daily playing time. I am using the Apple MAC Book Pro Computer, a LaCie external hard drive, the Ayre QB-9 DSD DAC and ... 
Problem reinstalling Ayre qb-9 DSD
Please call Ayre at 1.303.442.7300 and ask them. Their customer service is excellent. 
Can't decide on Integrated Amp - Please Help
Another suggestion is the Ayre AX-7e Integrated amplifier. The amp sounds best when run in balanced mode. You can run balanced interconnects into your Oppo 105. See:http://www.ayre.com/ax7e.htmYou might consider a pre-owned unit to keep the price ... 
Need recommendation for Amarra sQ Gain Fader
Since there were no responses to my Amarra sQ question, I asked Sonic Studio. Their response was:"We recommend having your device volume set to full and then use the Amarra sQ Gain slider to adjust overall volume. Amarra sQ initially launches at a... 
McIntosh MA 7900 impressions/experience?
I would ask the New York dealer that has the 1 year old MA7900 demo amp how many times the unit has gone out for demo. How many times has it traveled in the trunk of someones car. Or, has the MA 7900 just stayed in the store for the one year. I su... 
Which Amplifier for Sonus Faber Olympica 3 Speaker
I use the Luxman 590ax for my SF Olympica 2 speakers. They sound excellent with this class A 30wpc integrated amp. 
PS Audio Direct Stream
As noted above, three magazines gave the PS Audio DirectStream DAC an outstanding review.However, it still brothers me that the DirectStream converts all inputs to 10 x DSD, and then uses a true single-bit double-rate DSD core engine to prepare th... 
DSD DAC's - Any recommendations?
I also like the Ayre QB-9 DSD DAC. Please see:http://www.ayre.com/9series.htm 
Luxman 505UX vs. Luxman 550AX Integrated Amps
My first audition was the Luxman 550ax and I thought it was terrific. The next step, of course, was to listen to the Luxman 590ax. It was a huge improvement over the 550ax and was more expensive. After listening to both units several times, I deci... 
Is Spotify as good of quality as the HD-Tracks?
Amarra sQ will be part of the Amarra 3.0 upgrade but is a separate app that is installed as part of the process. To use Amarra sQ after initial setup, all you really need to do is have it running, launch your browser and head to your favorite stre... 
Is Spotify as good of quality as the HD-Tracks?
For Immediate Release Contact: Sonic Studio [email protected] Studio Debuts AmarraTM Version 3.0Introduces All New Amarra sQTM Streaming App, Amarra ClarityTM Noise Elimination Technology, iRC(b) Impulse Response Correction, and Support fo... 
Is Spotify as good of quality as the HD-Tracks?
Amarra sQ is a separate app that breaths life into any streamed content service. sQ integrates a mastering-level four-band EQ with linear phase filter technology and advanced dither that allows users to tailor the tonal output with an extremely in... 
Is Spotify as good of quality as the HD-Tracks?
It looks like Amarra 3.0 supports streaming capabilities. Amarra sQ is an application that makes streaming services sound great.I am trying to determine how this works but it looks streaming services will be routes thru Amarra. Please see the Amar... 
NEED A RECOMMENDATION FOR NEW CD/SACD PLAYER
I also suggest you demo the Oppo 105 CD player. As noted above, the player offers many options, is a great value for the money, supports DSD and their customer service is terrific. See:https://www.oppodigital.com/blu-ray-bdp-105/Another more expen...