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Your thoughts on wireless iem's
I purchased a pair of  Sony WF-1000XM4  
Luxman DA-06 DAC vs Chord Qutest/Hugo 2
I am not aware of any upcoming upgrades/replacements for the DA-06.  
Upgrade DAC from AMR DP777SE
Thanks fsonicsmith,I'll be curious to hear back from you. Have you had a chance to compare your 777 to 1) Chord Dave or2) PS Audio Direct Stream or3) APL DSD ($$) ?I certainly enjoy the sound of the 777SE, but intermittent problems are making me ... 
Upgrade DAC from AMR DP777SE
Thanks soix, I have never listened to or compared r2r DAC's. With this friggin'plague, it's not as easy as it used to be. Thanks  
Upgrade DAC from AMR DP777SE
Emotional engagement is certainly the #1 experience I'm looking for.  Whe I purchased my AMR DP-777SE, I compared it at length with the Luxman DA-06. They were both fine, but I clearly preferred the AMR. I seem to be going through a series of odd ... 
Accuphase DAC-50: Glaring sibilance
Hi Mark,I had the E550. It sounded *phenomenal*- great soundstaging, transient response & emotionally involving.  I was driving some Consensus Audio Conspiracy speakers from Austria  They utilize six ceramic drivers with total smoothness. (Aft... 
PS Audio P15 power conditioner vs Accuphase PS 520/530?
I hooked up my new PS Audio P15 Power Plant with no complications.  After a half hour, I listened to some music. To my total surprise and amazement, the bass seemed tighter and more robust.  It's timbre relative to other sounds created a fuller, s... 
PS Audio P15 power conditioner vs Accuphase PS 520/530?
garebear Thanks. I've decided to go with the Power Point p15. 
PS Audio P15 power conditioner vs Accuphase PS 520/530?
Thanks    doitwithlife I've decided to go with the PS Audio P15.  Thanks to everyone for taking time to respond.Musically,Ken 
PS Audio P15 power conditioner vs Accuphase PS 520/530?
Thanks ejr, I've heard nothing but positive statements about the PS Audio P15. 
PS Audio P15 power conditioner vs Accuphase PS 520/530?
Thanks Erik, I'm not technically inclined, but you helped clarify how the Accuphase works. I have a predilection towards Accuphase for many reasons. 
PS Audio P15 power conditioner vs Accuphase PS 520/530?
Thanks doitwithlife. I've been quite impressed with reviews of the P15. I figured that I'd investigate the Accuphase because I have their integrated amp.  But you're right, a regenerator is a different beast than a conditioner.  Seems to me that a... 
Sony HAP Z1ES---How to add Tidal streaming?
Hooked up my phone to the USB input on the Sony. Nothing. No recognition.  I may be dependent on Sony firmware upgrades, although financially Sony has no love for Tidal.  
Sony HAP Z1ES---How to add Tidal streaming?
I was afraid that was the case.  Dang!!! 
Boenicke
Thanks.