machine7
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| SQ Comparison of 3 streamers @jrareform I can offer a comparison of the WiiM Ultra vs Holo Red outputting via USB to a Singxer SU6 into a Pontus 15th. The Ultra sounds a bit recessed. Everything is a little mushed together. The stage isn’t as high nor as deep. The transien... | |
| Would an external clock “help” in this signal chain? I picked up a Cardas Clear USB cable for the WiiM Ultra to Singxer SU6 connection and it made a significant difference in smoothing things out. Hard to believe a cable can make so much difference, even if I say the same thing every time one does. ... | |
| Would an external clock “help” in this signal chain? @boulder_bob my apologies I didn’t realize anyone had replied here. vinyl is much smoother sonically running through a Parks Waxwing TT preamp. You raise a very interesting point! I’ll have to try some combinations with a CD player and will rep... | |
| Would an external clock “help” in this signal chain? I actually have that cable running to my R26. Are they normally quite stiff? I bought it used and am always concerned of knock offs. The Hypex NCx500 has incredible detail but I know D class can be kinda hard/cold or perhaps just “dry”. Add t... | |
| Would an external clock “help” in this signal chain? Thank you for the heads up on the Pontus 15th. It wasn’t on my radar owing to the feedback on previous generations. I ordered one from Denafrips:) | |
| Would an external clock “help” in this signal chain? I just saw a review of the R26 which suggests it can be brassy. I think that’s what I’m hearing. Crazy because I love most of it, I think I’m just sensitive to treble and will have to spend twice as much. Looking hard at Venus 12th Anniversary. Bu... | |
| Would an external clock “help” in this signal chain? The preamp came with Sovtek 6922. I changed to JJ gold pin matched (but haven’t adjusted the bias yet. XLR from Gustard R26 to Preamp (Sonic Frontiers Line 2) is Viborg VA801. XLR from Preamp to Amp (Buckeye Hypex NCx500) is AudioQuest Cinnamon... | |
| Would an external clock “help” in this signal chain? Here is a great video comparison I found that demonstrates exactly what I’m hearing. So yes I need to find a suitable replacement any with an EQ? https://youtu.be/DCNPls8DJus?si=nWRFCdxTI5iYb6pL | |
| Would an external clock “help” in this signal chain? Can I keep the R26 and just get a better streamer to save some money? Are none of the ‘gizmos’ useful? I saw them as tools but if they’re redundant that’s another story. Another thing I like about the WiiM that I’m hoping it’s replacement w... | |
| Would an external clock “help” in this signal chain? Some great advice here I very much appreciate, thank you. So the accessory modules that each offered sonic improvements are mere bandaids for a non audiophile streamer (WiiM Ultra) caused set of issues? My complaint is a kind of harshness I t... | |
| Would an external clock “help” in this signal chain? I appreciate all the input. A few more details I should have mentioned: Preamp: Sonic Frontiers Line 2 with 4 fresh JJ gold pin 6922 iFi Elite Power supplies on: iFi LAN Purifier Uptown Audio EtherREGEN Deco Router eBay/China Linear Power Su... | |
| Class D - A Fork in the Road I have compared a few. Unfortunately I’m not up on the architecture so I can’t comment on the different core designs and of course implementation matters. Began with Fosi V3 monos which were quite good for the money but was getting random clicks... |