pokey77

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New DAC or New Streamer?
While Taiko did use Roon, it moved on to TAS, and is now in the process of completing the very purpose-built XDMS software, which essentially all users who have it say it is easily the best software for the Extreme - XDMS is I believe not in fully... 
Streamers and their Fuses
Very interesting thread. Will be following along.  
Primaluna. Evo 400 - bass issues
I'd first recommend contacting Kevin Deal at Upscale Audio. He can help you with all things PL. Have you tried to move the speakers much closer to the rear wall? Have you tried to move them much further into the room? These tests will help you to... 
So, I listened to a $1Million Dollar System
Wilson and D'Agostino are a known synergizing configuration. Not heard that with a loom of Transparent wire though. But I've heard plenty of $1M+ systems and some are very lack luster while others will knock your socks off. One of the best was the... 
Aurender N20
@nmcc0866  Roon is indeed irreplaceable for many. See this video with Ari from Aurender. He explains the Aurender lineup and he also explains their choice not to use Roon. (57) In Stereo with Mike & Rick - Episode 4 - Ari Margolis with Auren... 
Great customer service from Auralic Ltd.
Great to read about this positive experience for you. I think this is what most 'philes expect when they invest in a quality piece of gear. -Glad you are up and running again. Enjoy the music!  
Aurender
@blisshifi  Just to be fair, I was not implying that the N30SA was better, I've never heard the N30SA or the Taiko. But I have read at least a few that have gone on the record saying that they preferred the N30. My impression on the two compared ... 
Aurender
@vonhelmholtz  You may be interested in watching this video from Suncoast Audio where they discuss all things Aurender with Ari Margolis - he is the face of Aurender here in the states. It'll bring you up to date on Aurender and what they are doi... 
The Audiophile's Wife no longer putting it out?
Yep, missing the wonderfully light and inside humor of TAW. Give her a nudge Bill!  
Atma-Sphere Class D… Amazing
@atmasphere Really appreciate your insightful experience and comments. I am thankful that you brought Class D to the market and that it has been so well received. I run Class D myself, though it is not the typical Class D amp - it is the TAD M2... 
Zavfino
@sdl4  Very clear and concise comments on this topic. Thank you for taking the time to comment.  
Ideal power cord lengths?
@twoleftears  Yep, totally agree. Just sharing what I’d heard some years back.  
Ideal power cord lengths?
Not done any real testing with cable length. I remember many years ago that Steve from Empirical Audio saying that a USB cable needs to be either very short OR 1.5 meters or greater to avoid what I think I recall him saying as "reflections" on th... 
Anybody not receiving Agon email updates?
My friend Lalit mentioned spam. So, I checked my spam and sure enough, there are Agon emails there. Clicked on one and it said that it was spam but had a little check box saying "Its not spam". I clicked it and I started receiving notifications ag... 
Anybody not receiving Agon email updates?
From Tammy   Thanks Warren for the email. It's a problem site wide. Sorry for the issue. I'll email you when it is fixed.