jworth

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DAC upgrade
Okay, I have read too many DAC threads; however, I like your direct question on what DAC you are leaning toward buying and judging that it is your systems weakest link.  I cannot comment on your own judgement of weakest link.  Let’s assume you are... 
2 channel preamp and a/v processor setup to avoid dual volume control issues.
I stand corrected the Illusion does NOT have a HT Bypass option.  Thanks   
2 channel preamp and a/v processor setup to avoid dual volume control issues.
I believe the Illusion does have a bypass option. If I can use bypass on the Illusion how would the MX 180 digitally control the front speakers (mono blocks)?  I’m pretty lost here….  
2 channel preamp and a/v processor setup to avoid dual volume control issues.
Trying to sort through the analog digital combination.  The best outcome for me would be a true analog stereo sound through my fronts (no sub) and the Roon, Chord DAC/Scaler or the turntable.  With volume through the Illusion.  Additionally, true ... 
Luxman Knockoffs or Counterfeits?
Okay, I did not have time to read the entire thread; however, there are so many knock off Luxman units that just buying from a United States source does not mean it is an authentic Luxman product.  The buyer MUST contact Luxman to confirm serial n... 
Focal Utopia headphones/ with a Naim atom headphone amp/ with Roon Nucleus
Dave at audio Intellect.  Thanks you so much for your response.  Our phone call was very informative…You really know your ROON products!    
Upgrading the stock cartridge on Macintosh’s MT5 turntable
Very interesting recommendation...I have been looking at the ClearAudio Charisma V2.  Any thoughts v. The Maestro V2 for this tt? Thank  you for your time.JW 
Upgrading the stock cartridge on Macintosh’s MT5 turntable
thank you  
Upgrading the stock cartridge on Macintosh’s MT5 turntable
M,Thank you.  My current cartridge is an MC.  If I switched to a MM, would I have to change anything else?current situation:high output MC cartridge moving magnet inputsDural-Aluminum tonearm2 grams of tracking force6.3 grams of total masssignal t... 
Upgrading the stock cartridge on Macintosh’s MT5 turntable
Wow.  Thank you for the direction and questions.  I am NOT adept at cartridge alignment.  It was done by the installation crew when I bought the tt.  I am guessing I have an avg. of two hours/wk. * 7 years of listening time.  I will contact Macint... 
Higher End DACs
I have not read all of the responses.  I believe this to be important/relevant and timely subject matter.  Thanks for starting the thread.  I have been able to audition a couple of high end DAC’s.  Before I get into those...my listening taste lean... 
Modem performance and modem selection.
Thank you!  I will be ordering this LPS. 
Modem performance and modem selection.
Steakster, here Is the information for the modem wall wart:model....   2ABS060K-1 NA. (Netgear)input...  100-120V  50/60Hz. 1.7Aoutup...  19.0V  3.16ACan you give me a LPS suggestion with this information?  Thank you for all of the guidance.  The ... 
Modem performance and modem selection.
Fair enough, the LPS for modem.  You are correct.  Thanks again 
Modem performance and modem selection.
Ok, I understand your point about the wall warts being the weak link.  I spoke with Chords North American Distributor.  I have two key pieces from Chord, the Hugo TT2 DAC and the M Scaler. They were adamant about not replacing their wall wart with...